Haylie Gombos

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: 3 = Meets Expectations

Notes:

  • Smile more! You can still be excited as calmer characters. During our range exercise when asked you to smile, we didn’t see it. Practicing in the mirror will help you know what muscles to engage!

  • Don’t forget to differentiate the characters. Elsa and Belle are playing too closely to the same dimension. Would love to see different voices, posture, and expressions.

  • Great arm movements and overall mannerisms!



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: 2 = Inconsistent / Developing  

Notes:

  • Try adding more animation, excitement, and energy! Sometimes voice falls flat or seems monotone.

  • The biggest word to add to your performance: WARMTH. Want to see more of a nurturing, brighter, warmer side to the characters.

  • Sometimes the performances feel a little closed off from the children, like there is one small wall/barrier that is preventing you from fully opening up to the children. Be more open and smile more even while playing calmer characters.




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:

  • Always has been and always will be amazing at time management!


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: 4 = Strong Performance

Notes:

  • Always does a great job at individually and maturely handling unexpected situations, such as costume mishaps, activity changes, parking etc.

  • Shows great leadership to other performers in how to stay calm

  • Steps in and carries the team when working with new performers when they are still learning

  • Occasionally breaks character if a child says something silly/out-of-pocket at an event. The ‘Haylie’ shows through your laugh and mannerisms. Remember to stay in character even if what the child says is hilarious!

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: 5 = Exceptional / Fully Immersive

Notes:

  • Always has wonderful stories and quick reaction time!

  • Great job preparing for situations

  • You never seem flustered or at a loss of words; you are prepared for anything



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: 4 = Strong Performance

Notes:

  • Performances just need more warmth with the goal to make each individual child feel special.

  • Focus on making the kids feel heard and SO special!

  • Remember to make the child feel special. Get on their level and offer real love. Smile more!

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: 4 = Strong Performance

Notes:

  • Recommend a fuller face of makeup with full coverage foundation, heavier blush, and more lip color.

  • More “prom” makeup and vibrant to liven the character up!

  • More makeup overall




Overall Evaluation

Total Impression

4

Top Strengths

  • Improvisation during interactions

  • Conversations and knowledge of characters

  • Leadership and flexibility in all unexpected situations

Top Areas for Improvement

  • Differentiate your characters and personalize their voices and mannerisms.

  • Appearing more happy like you are having fun with the kids. Smile!

  • More warmth and showing the kids true openness and love

  • Heavier makeup

Actionable Next Steps

(Specific skills or behaviors to improve before next performance)

  • Tape yourself having mock conversations with kids and watch it back to see where to add happiness, smiling, and warmth. Play both Belle and Elsa and study the play-back to see how you can better differentiate the performances.

  • Practice makeup techniques and possibly invest in more products if needed.