Who is eligible to participate in the Capital One Bowl All American Halftime Tour?
You, as a talented performer, between the ages twelve and twenty-one years old, may complete an audition process (on videotape or in person). Those performers selected as All American Cast Members will qualify as an official All American halftime performer for full participation in the Capital One Bowl halftime extravaganza. There will be NO additional performance auditions while you are in Orlando.  Families, directors, and friends may also participate in the tour as "Tour Spectators". There is no tour cost for children under the age of two years old as of December 28, 2008. Please our office call for more details regarding small children on the tour. 

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What are the age requirements to be selected and participate as an All American halftime cast member?
All performers must be between twelve years old and twenty-one years old as of December 28, 2008. All production tour participants under 16 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone.

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What secures my position on the Capital One Bowl All American halftime tour?
Completion of the "All American Halftime Tour Registration" form and a $300.00 per person deposit on or before the first deadline will confirm your position on the halftime tour. Every person (Performers and Spectators) attending the production tour must complete a tour registration form. You may register online or make copies of your "All American Halftime Tour Registration" form if necessary.

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How many people can participate in the halftime tour?
There are a maximum number of performance cast positions available in the All American production. Those who register early will certainly have the best opportunity to be assured a performance cast position. Everyone who is allowed to register on the All American Halftime Production Tour WILL perform in the halftime show.

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Several persons from my group were selected as All American cast members, however I am the only one interested in coming to Orlando for the Capital One Bowl Halftime Tour. May I come alone?
Absolutely! There are many fortunate individual performers who are selected as All American cast members who make many new friends in Orlando. It is not necessary for you to travel with other members of your performance group. However, we strongly suggest that individual All American performers who are not accompanied by other group members travel to Orlando with adult. If you are a solo tour member, please select a "Quad Occupancy" tour package and our staff will place you in a room with three other same gender tour members.  All production tour participants under 16 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone.

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May I select my roommates?
Yes, on your "All American Halftime Tour Registration" form, there is a section for your "Roommate Request." This is the only form you will receive to make your roommate request. Please make sure that your requested roommates are attending the production tour and that they have requested yourself as their roommate too. (Mixed gender rooms are available to family members only.)

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I am the only person from my group participating, which occupancy package should I select?
You should select a "Quad Occupancy" tour package and our staff will place you in a room with three other same gender tour members. Those selecting a "Triple Occupancy" or "Double Occupancy" tour package must be arriving with others that will fulfill the desired tour package selection. All production tour participants under 16 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone.

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What resort do we stay at in Orlando?
Your All American Halftime Production Tour member headquarters is the beautiful Rosen Centre Hotel (Click on name to visit the resort website) located in the heart of world famous International Drive. We reserve the right to add additional hotel properties if necessary.

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If there are five people from my group participating may we all stay in the same room?
No, the hotel rooms are able to accommodate a maximum of four persons.

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Do all of the rooms have two double beds?
No, double occupancy packages may provide one king size bed.

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Will all of my group members and parents rooms be on the same hotel floor?
We will attempt to put your rooms as close together as possible, but we can not guarantee that you will be on the same floor.

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May Performers and Tour Spectators stay in the same room?
Officially registered tour participants (All American Performers and Tour Spectators) are allowed to stay in the same room. We encourage family members to stay together! 

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If my parents and I want to stay longer in Orlando, may we do so?
Sure, but the halftime tour activities will only be available as per the itinerary (i.e. - There can be no airport transfers or theme park tickets, etc. except as scheduled on your tour itinerary). ESP Productions is not able to book you a hotel room outside of the production tour dates. Please contact the Rosen Centre Hotel directly to book additional room nights other than those provided in your production tour package.

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How do I make my airline travel arrangements?
If you have favorite travel agent they will be glad to make your Orlando travel arrangements. You may also use any number of online travel companies (Yahoo Travel, Orbitz, Expedia, Travelocity, etc.) to shop for the best airfare available. We suggest that you do NOT use the "price bidding" travel firms (Priceline, etc.) as you are traveling on some of the busiest airport days of the year. Make sure that your destination is Orlando International Airport (airport code = MCO). You must arrive on December 28, 2008 and depart on January 2, 2009. Shop early for your airline tickets for the best fares! Every qualified All American performer and associated Spectator tour member who purchases their airline tickets before the registration deadline is GUARANTEED a spot on the production tour.

 

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May I use my AAdvantage miles or other Frequent Flier travel voucher to purchase my airline ticket?
Yes, but please be aware that you are traveling to Orlando during one of the busiest flight times of the year and available frequent flier seating may be at a minimum.

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If I am flying to Orlando, who will greet me at the airport?
Staff members from ESP Productions will greet each halftime tour member at the baggage claim area of Orlando International Airport on December 28, 2008. Complimentary ground transportation to the Rosen Centre Resort is available between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. When you exit the airplane, proceed to the baggage claim area, do not stay at your gate. You will take an airport shuttle through the airport then go down an escalator to the baggage claim area. This route is clearly marked with airport signage. ESP Tour Staff will be wearing RED T-Shirts and/or RED Jackets . 

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Will I be on television?
In each of the past several years, the Capital One Bowl Performance Cast has received a significant amount of air time on ABC-TV! The game will again be carried live on ABC-TV, however, due to network time constraints we can in no way ever guarantee any television coverage of the halftime show. A professional DVD of your tour activities and halftime performance is available for purchase.

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Who will chaperone the cast members?
ESP Productions will have operational staff to oversee the performance tour. There will be a minimum of two daily cast check-ins and a nightly curfew will be strictly enforced. However, ESP Productions does not take responsibility for chaperoning performers or conducting nightly room checks. It is suggested that each group or individual be accompanied by an adult. Complimentary chaperone tour packages are available for groups of 20 or more tour members. (Contact ESP Productions regarding complimentary chaperone package details.) All production tour participants under 16 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone.

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As a cast member will I be free to sight-see on my own where the events are taking place?
NO, cast members have a very full itinerary of required events. You will not be allowed to deviate from the halftime tour schedule of activities. Some free time is generally offered during the halftime tour. An assigned staff member may not be at a cast member's side at all times.

 

If I become ill during the trip, what will happen?
All tour participants must have a signed medical release before they are allowed to participate. Proper medical attention will be sought, all halftime tour members are personally responsible for any medical costs incurred. We have an professional Emergency Medical Technician on staff 24 hours a day to take care of minor problems and assess more serious concerns. We very strongly suggest that you consider personal travel insurance coverage.

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I know that every tour participant will receive a ticket to the Capital One Bowl Game, but may I order extra tickets for family and friends who are not participating in the All American halftime tour?
Yes, extra game tickets for reserved seating near the All American halftime production tour member seating block may be purchased directly from ESP Productions. Please click HERE to visit our Capital One Bowl extra game ticket order page. Capital One Bowl game tickets may also be purchased online at TicketMaster.com (Click on name to visit the TicketMaster website.) Game tickets purchased through TicketMaster will NOT be located near the All American halftime production tour member seating block. Capital One Bowl game tickets go on sale in early September. 

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May my parents take a video camera to the Orlando Capital One Bowl football game?
NO, NCAA sanctioned events prohibit unauthorized video photography of any kind. You may video the "Open Set" production rehearsal and most events which take place outside of the stadium. ESP Productions will produce a professional  DVD  that includes daily events of the tour and a special halftime show video edit. Order forms will be sent out to each participant by December.

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Will professional cast photographs be taken?
An opportunity to pose for professional photographs in your performance costume will be provided on the evening of the Island Style Pool Party. Overhead group photos of the production will be taken during the halftime show along with a special Grand Finale' photo. Photograph order forms will be distributed to all cast members. There are also a great number of production tour photographs at our online photo gallery available for purchase.

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Which theme park do I go to at Walt Disney World?
Your ticket is valid for either the Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, or Animal Kingdom. All tour participants will be taken to the Walt Disney World main terminal from which you will utilize Disney transportation to the one park of your choice for the day.

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May I purchase extra theme park tickets through ESP Productions?
No, extra theme park tickets are not available through ESP Productions. 

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What happens if I lose my ticket(s)?
You must replace lost ticket(s) at your own expense. Tickets are distributed out to all tour participants at tour member registration on December 28th. Please write your name on all of your tickets (and even your larger cash denominations). There is a safe in every room to store your tickets.

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May I keep my performance costume?
Yes, may keep your performance costume but we must retain any additional performance props that are supplied (flags, poms, prop skirts, etc.)

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How much luggage should I bring?
Remember that you will be responsible for carrying your own luggage, so please limit yourself to one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Please be aware that many airlines now charge extra for even slightly overweight baggage! 

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May I make phone calls from my hotel room?
Yes, to activate the phone in your room you must leave a cash deposit or a credit card with the hotel front desk. Please be aware of the surcharges added by the hotel on all calls made from hotel rooms. Pay telephones are located throughout the hotel and do not typically assess surcharges. You may want to purchase a prepaid calling card (and learn how to use it) prior to arriving in Orlando or just bring a cell phone from home. Note - Please do not bring cell phones to production cast rehearsals.

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How much spending money should I bring?
You will need spending money for the meals not provided per the itinerary and for souvenirs you may want to purchase. Most participants probably bring about $100 per person for meals and snacks at theme parks, the football game, etc. Please review your production tour itinerary to see meals that are included in your tour package. Credit cards and traveler's checks are accepted at most resort and theme park outlets.

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What do I wear to the theme parks? Post-game party?
Casual attire is suggested for all events on the tour. At the theme parks you will want comfortable shoes and be prepared for all types of weather with a jacket and/or sweater. Be sure to check the Orlando weather forecast before you leave home.

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What do performers wear to production rehearsals?
Dress in layers (sweats, shorts, t-shirts, leotards, etc.). It may be cool in the morning and warm up considerably throughout the day, then cool again in the late afternoon. You will also need to bring any show props you receive in Orlando, a personal water bottle, sunscreen lotion (minimum SPF-15), and a rain poncho.

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What do performers wear game day?
Dress in your full performance costume until the All American Halftime Show™ performance is completed. You should remove any visible body piercing jewelry and conceal any visible body tattoos for the halftime performance.

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May I take my tote bag to the stadium on game day?
Due to today's heightened security concerns most tote bags, back packs, and similar items are not allowed entry at stadium events. 

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Who is considered a Tour Spectator?
A Tour Spectator is anyone who is a registered tour participant but not actually performing in the halftime show. This includes family members, coaches, advisors, directors, sponsors, who are registered members of the All American halftime production tour.

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What is an Open Set rehearsal? Closed Set rehearsal?
Open Set rehearsals are open to all officially registered halftime tour members. Closed Set rehearsals are closed to all spectators.

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Who is allowed to participate on the Spectator activities?
The special spectator activities is only available for those officially registered as "Deluxe Spectator" halftime tour members.

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Will I receive a confirmation notice for each payment sent to ESP Productions?
Yes, confirmation notices and any additional or updated information that you will need for the All American halftime tour will be sent to you via e-mail or U.S. Mail after each payment has been received and processed.

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When will I learn my production choreography?
You will receive an instructional DVD in mid-December that will visually teach you the halftime show choreography. It is imperative that you know your production choreography before you arrive in Orlando. The success of the All American halftime show depends on it. There is actually very little production rehearsal time while you are in Orlando.

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Who is ESP Productions?
ESP Productions, Inc. is the official entertainment producer appointed by the Capital One Bowl to coordinate the All American halftime entertainment, tour member activities, and local arrangements for all halftime tour participants. ESP Productions has also produced and directed entertainment for NFL Monday Night Football, FedEx Orange Bowl, Florida Citrus Bowl, Hall of Fame Bowl, Outback Bowl, National Hockey League, Major League Baseball and the AAU Junior Olympics Ceremonies. ESP Productions is a member of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, International Special Events Society and holds a seat on the board of directors of the Florida Citrus Sports Association.

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AAHH! Florida at last! I can hardly wait to lounge by the pool! Go shopping! Sleep late! Party with my friends!
Whoa! We will take time to visit "Walt Disney World" and "Universal Orlando" and have a great deal of fun in Orlando. But, but as an All American cast member you are a very important part of a professional entertainment production. A high level of performance is expected from each cast member. Rehearsals will be long and strenuous, and will take place regardless of inclement weather or other sometimes undesirable rehearsal conditions. Bring your sunscreen lotion (minimum SPF-15), rain ponchos and personal water bottles to every rehearsal. This is certainly the performance opportunity of a lifetime!

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