What happens to all of the toys you don't play with anymore? Maybe those toys end up at Toyland, the land of misfit toys.
There are a lot of moving pieces at Toyland, but don't be afraid. Your specific assignment is simple and straightforward.
Review the training materials below for instruction on how to bring this scene to life.
when to arrive:
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You should arrive at the ranch by 4:30pm
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You must be in position at your scene by 5:05pm
WHAT TO WEAR:
You should come dressed in warm clothes, prepared to be outdoors for the entirety of the night. Warm pants, closed-toe shoes, a coat, etc.
TOY SOLDIER:
Your costume...
RAGGEDY ANN:
Your costume...
JACK IN THE BOX:
Your costume...
SOCK MONKEY:
Your costume...
CAREBEARS:
Your costume...
TEDDY BEAR:
Your costume...
MR POTATO HEAD:
Your costume...
toy Soldier:
Start standing right in front of the little soldier house (see video). When the train comes to a stop, start marching in a straight line. Walk all the way until you are in line with the Jack in the Box, then take a sharp turn, and march directly towards the jack in the box. When you reach it, lean forwards in a robotic, wooden fashion and twist the knob. At this point, the Jack in the Box will bounce up, raise the top of his box. When he jumps up, stop twisting the knob and turn to face the train. Smile and wave at the train until it is out of sight. You may even salute it if you want to!
raggedy ann:
All you need to do is sit in your spot and do big, happy waves at the train! Kick your feet and have fun. Smile and wave!
Jack in the box:
As the Jack in the box, you’ll start crouched down in your box, hidden from the view of the train. When you notice the knob turning, that means the soldier has arrived, and that’s your cue to jump up! Push open the roof of your box and do a little dance. Wave your arms around and jump around–you’re a jack in the box! Be big and enthusiastic, and you’ll bring all the Christmas spirit.
sock monkey:
All you need to do is sit in your spot and do big, happy waves at the train! Kick your feet and have fun. Smile and wave!
carebears:
All you need to do is sit in your spot and do big, happy waves at the train! Kick your feet and have fun. Smile and wave!
teddy bear:
All you need to do is sit in your spot and do big, happy waves at the train! Kick your feet and have fun. Smile and wave!
mr POTATO HEAD:
All you need to do is sit in your spot and do big, happy waves at the train! Kick your feet and have fun. Smile and wave!
GUIDELINES
We want you to have fun. However, there are a few rules you need to remember at this scene:
1. The MOST IMPORTANT, #1 rule you need to know: DO NOT GO NEAR THE TRAIN. Do NOT climb on the train, do NOT hold onto the train, do NOT walk directly beside or behind the train. You are required to stay AT LEAST 20 FEET away from the train AT ALL TIMES.
If you violate any of the train rules, you will be sent home and will not be allowed back, period. The train is a ginormous and dangerous machine. Don't risk getting hurt, it's not worth it.
2. Be AT YOUR SCENE when you see a train turning the corner so you can be IN POSITION when the train arrives at the scene before yours.
3. Do not do anything inappropriate or demeaning. Don't hit, punch, or fight. Follow the script in the video and the scene will have all the fun and action it needs!
4. Don't join in any other scenes. You might be tempted to jump in on another scene when the train is there. You might want to "just once" hide in the background or pretend to blend in at another scene. My advice--Don't! Stick to your scene when the train is around. You're there for a reason, so have fun with your own job! If you jump into another scene while the train is there, you will mess up the experience for those on the train.
5. Don't move the objects in the scene. If you have an idea and want additional props, run it by Alivia (702)672-1048 first.
6. Don’t stop acting until the train is totally out of view–until you 100% know that the passengers can’t see you anymore. If they see you stop acting before you’re out of sight, it takes away the magic.
7. Don't switch costumes. If you've been wearing a carebear mask all night, giving your mask to someone else is basically like giving them all of your germs. Even if you don't have a mask, nobody wants to wear your sweaty Jack in the Box costume. Plus, pieces get lost, and then everyone loses. So stick to your assignment only.
Frequently Asked Questions:
WILL DINNER BE PROVIDED?
No. As a staff member, you are expected to work the entire night. You will not have time to ride the train, as it takes about 40 minutes to go on a single train ride.
If you want to ride the train, get a reservation and come as a guest! We'd love to have you!
dOES MY SCENE HAVE A HEATER?
No. As a staff member, you are expected to work the entire night. You will not have time to ride the train, as it takes about 40 minutes to go on a single train ride.
If you want to ride the train, get a reservation and come as a guest! We'd love to have you!
wILL I GET TO RIDE THE TRAIN?
No. As a staff member, you are expected to work the entire night. You will not have time to ride the train, as it takes about 40 minutes to go on a single train ride.
If you want to ride the train, get a reservation and come as a guest! We'd love to have you!
cAN I TRADE JOBS?
Your position is final. If you have concerns about your position, please contact cestaffing@westernelite.com. We promise that this specific position was handpicked and offered to you because we believe you are capable of the task. You got this! Please do not trade jobs with your friends throughout the night. This causes damaged and lost costumes and can risk our guest's experience. Please stay at your scene unless you have special permission from either Alivia, Lindsay, Savannah, or your manager.
wHO IS MY MANAGER?
No. As a staff member, you are expected to work the entire night. You will not have time to ride the train, as it takes about 40 minutes to go on a single train ride.
If you want to ride the train, get a reservation and come as a guest! We'd love to have you!
Please review these instructions carefully.
Once you have completed the training, take the completion survey.