Here is what you should tell them... and also what you should definitely NOT tell them!
The time has come.
You have been waiting in line for one hour to finally take a picture next to the worldwide famous, celebrity, businessman and billionaire Mickey Mouse. The nearby cast member finally smiles and gives you the green light so you can step forward and make a new, special memory that you will carry forever. You force a smile and step forward, look at that big, beautiful mouse head with the huge years and then…
…nothing. You don’t know what to say. You wave, position yourself next to Mickey, take your picture and… done! You quickly give your spot to a father of two, who starts asking all sorts of questions to Mickey Mouse. His son and daughter laugh and ask questions of their own, which makes Mickey laugh as the star of the show gives them a high five.
Hm. Could you have asked questions of your own as well? Maybe even as a form to entertain your own children? Don’t fret, my friend! With Famvia’s quick guide, you will now know exactly what to say (and don’t say) when you come face to face with some of your favorite characters.
Let’s get started.
Mickey Mouse
What you should talk about: tell him that Minnie is beautiful; tell him that you love theme parks; say that you love Fantasmic and Fantasia, one of his most classic movies.
What you should NOT talk about: Epic Universe; how Lightning Lanes are getting more and more expensive each year; if he indeed set Maleficent on fire during the Fantasmic show in Disneyland.
Donald Duck
What you should talk about: say that you think he is #1; say that he isn’t grumpy at all; talk to him in a duck-voice if you’ve got the skills for it.
What you should NOT talk about: give an idea for a coup against Mickey Mouse; ask how it was working on the Der Fuehrer's Face animation movie.
Pooh
What you should talk about: ask if he really loves honey; ask about his friends like Piglet; say that you love his attraction in Magic Kingdom.
What you should NOT talk about: inform him that too much honey can cause diabetes; ask if he liked Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey.
Elsa
What you should talk about: say that she is a great Queen; say that you love when she sings; talk about Anna.
What you should NOT talk about: Let it Go puns; her parents.
Buzz Lightyear
What you should talk about: say you love his ride in Magic Kingdom; ask how life is in space; ask where Woody is.
What you should NOT talk about: how Lightyear performed at the box office;
Oswald
What you should talk about: comment that he’s the first ever Disney mascot; say that you love his bunny ears.
What you should NOT talk about: “who the heck are you?”
Rey Skywalker/Palpatine/Something
What you should talk about: say that she is a great Jedi; ask how is life in Jakku; ask what are her plans for the Jedi Order.
What you should NOT talk about: Spend thirty two hours complaining about the Star Wars sequels.
These are just a few of Famvia’s expert tips on how to behave when speaking to your favorite characters! If you want to have access to even more tips, make sure to send us a message. We can also help you plan your whole trip to Walt Disney World so you can put these character interactions in practice. Until the next one!
