Early Days at hong Kong Disneyland

Twenty years⁤ ago, on ‌the opening day of Hong Kong Disneyland, a performer named ​Kitty embarked on a career defined ⁣by connection and purpose. As one ‌of ⁣the few original “opening team” cast members, she‌ has witnessed ‌and contributed to the resort’s evolution, currently serving ⁢as a Cast Services Manager within the Security, Safety, Fire‌ and Health services⁣ team.

Kitty’s journey began in the early 2000s‍ while pursuing professional dance ‍training. She successfully auditioned for a role at the newly⁣ opening park, ⁣recalling her excitement upon receiving the offer.

The Magic of Performance

Kitty’s initial ⁤role was as a dancer in the “Festival of the Lion King” show. This position allowed her to participate in numerous notable⁤ events,⁤ including the⁣ grand opening celebrations, movie premieres, and ⁤annual Christmas festivities and New Year’s‍ Eve countdowns.

She vividly remembers the energy of⁢ her first performance, noting a powerful reciprocal connection with the audience. “I remember we gave 100% energy, but the audience‌ gave us 150%⁤ back. The connection with the​ audience‌ was so close.That bonding with the audience was‍ unforgettable,” she recalled.

Building a ⁣Disney Culture

Kitty also highlighted the extensive onboarding⁣ process for all cast members, regardless of thier role. She described how dancers,engineers,and custodial ⁢staff all participated in a​ shared orientation,learning a common “Disney language” and fostering a unified culture. This initial training, while nerve-wracking, instilled‍ a sense of excitement ⁢for the future.