Disneyland’s character performers look to form union under Actor’s Equity Association

While most workers at the theme park and at Disney California Adventure already have unions, roughly 1,700 performers don’t.

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Workers who bring Disneyland’s beloved characters to life — including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Cinderella — are looking to unionize.

Labor organizers announced the campaign Tuesday, saying performers want better safety conditions and scheduling policies to help keep the magic alive for visitors.

While most of the more than 35,000 workers at the Disneyland Resort already have labor unions, about 1,700 performers and character actors do not.

“This isn’t one of those situations where we’re out making the employer

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