Emilee Elderton
Scoring Key
1 = Needs Major Improvement
2 = Inconsistent / Developing
3 = Meets Expectations
4 = Strong Performance
5 = Exceptional / Fully Immersive
Character Integrity
Evaluation Criteria:
Voice matches character consistently (tone, cadence, accent if applicable)
Maintains character mannerisms without breaking
Movement reflects character (posture, gestures, energy)
Fully embodied physical performance, not just verbal delivery
Your Score: 4 = Strong Performance
Notes:
You are very knowledgeable and intentional with each character. We can tell you’ve put the time into studying! Your answers were great .
One area of improvement is to work on making your voice bolder with diaphragm to help with volume and commanding a room while using your character voice. Right now you are coming across as too timid and soft-spoken.
Physically, be more free with your movement. Right now each character feels hesitant and nervous.
Energy, Expression & Engagement
Evaluation Criteria:
Maintains appropriate and consistent energy level
Strong, animated facial expressions visible to guests
Engages both children and adults naturally and confidently
Commands attention when speaking or leading activities
Your Score: 3 = Meets Expectations
Notes:
More energy and volume!
Be brighter, more confident and more energetic. Even in Elsa for Elsa and classical princesses. We are there to be leaders not wallflowers!
Be more animated as the characters would. Right now, you still bring an element of yourself into each character and it is making each one seem soft spoken and timid. As an acting role, we want to see you embody the characters. You know your guides exceptionally well! Don’t be afraid to be bold now!
Take initiative and speak more at parties. Don’t be afraid to step on the other performer’s toes. We want to see you lead activities and conversations because of how well you interact with the kids!
Time Management
Evaluation Criteria:
Keeps activities moving at an appropriate pace
Transitions smoothly between segments
Stays aligned with event schedule
Avoids unnecessary pauses or delays
Your Score: 5 = Exceptional / Fully Immersive
Notes:
No notes as you haven’t done solo parties yet to judge your activity timing. However, you are always on time (and early) to events and to costume pickups.
Problem Solving
Evaluation Criteria:
Responds effectively to unexpected situations
Maintains character during disruptions or challenges
Redirects situations smoothly and positively
Makes independent decisions when needed
Your Score: 5 = Exceptional / Fully Immersive
Notes:
You’ve been in stressful situations and have always handled yourself calmly and professionally.
You are confident in your decision-making and are cool under pressure.
You independently seek out answers for questions and always come prepared. Nice work!
Improvisation & Reaction Time
Evaluation Criteria:
Responds quickly without long hesitation
Stays in character during unscripted moments
Builds naturally on children’s comments and ideas
Avoids freezing or breaking immersion
Your Score: 4 = Strong Performance
Notes:
More confidence, volume, boldness, and try to have more fun with each child interaction!
Be more confident in yourself instead of relying on the other performer.
Speak more at events. Trust that even though you’re still kind of a new performer, you are still allowed to take up space and have conversations! Because you have amazing ideas for conversations and stories.
Personalized & Memorable Conversations
Evaluation Criteria:
Uses children’s names naturally in conversation
Asks engaging, open-ended questions
Creates unique, personalized moments for guests
Makes each interaction feel special and individual
Your Score: 5 = Exceptional / Fully Immersive
Notes:
You know your stuff, girl! keep up the great studying!
You make the children feel listened to and special. You are great with kids.
Appearance Standards
Evaluation Criteria:
Makeup is clean, character-appropriate, and stage-ready
Wig is properly secured, styled, and natural-looking
No visible flaws (lace, pins, uneven styling, etc.)
Overall polished and performance-ready appearance
Your Score: 5 = Exceptional / Fully Immersive
Notes:
Just watch the wig guide found here for a refresher on where to place bobby pins! This video is also great for knowing how to handle your wig and avoid damaging bangs/styled portions.
Costumes and wigs are always returned in good condition.
Makeup is always stage-ready and character appropriate.
Overall Evaluation
Total Impression
4
Top Strengths
Knowledge of characters
Problem solving
Listens and connects to the kids well
Top Areas for Improvement
Confidence, energy, boldness, volume
Have fun and take more initiative/ speak more at events
Actionable Next Steps
(Specific skills or behaviors to improve before next performance)
Practice your bold/commanding voice and record yourself. Pretend you have a room of 15 kids sitting in front of you and practice your transitions.
Ask friends or family to have mock-party conversations with you. Aim for a 3 min back-and-forth conversation without stopping, having your friend answer as the child might. Work your way up to 5 mins.
Practice your movement in front of a mirror. A great way to play with range is to start teeny-tiny and then go to huge, gigantic movement. Give your muscles permission to try new poses so they become more natural at events.