Who is eligible to participate in the All American Halftime Show 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 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, 2015. Please contact our office call for important details regarding small children on the production 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, 2015. All production tour participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult (or group) chaperone.

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What secures my position on the All American Halftime Show tour?
Completion of the "All American Halftime Show 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 Tour Spectators) attending the production tour must complete a tour member registration form. You may register online or make copies of your "All American Halftime Show 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 Halftime Show 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 All American Halftime Show 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.   All production tour participants under 18 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTE - If you cannot fill your requested tour package room occupancy type, you will be required to change your tour package to a lower room occupancy at an additional cost per person.

(Example: If there are only three persons from your family or group attending and each person is a requesting a Quad occpancy tour package - Each of the three persons attending will be required to upgrade to a Triple occupancy tour package at an additional cost per person.)

 

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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 opportunity you will have 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. Spectators and Performers may stay in the same room.

 

Mixed gender rooms are available to family members only.

 

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTE - If you cannot fill your requested tour package room occupancy type, you will be required to change your tour package to a lower room occupancy at an additional cost per person.

(Example: If there are only three persons from your family or group attending and each person is requesting a Quad occupancy tour package - Each of the three persons attending will be required to upgrade to a Triple occupancy tour package at an additional cost per person.)

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I am the only person from my group participating, which occupancy package should I select?

All production tour participants under 18 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone. Please select the tour room occupancy package that you and your family will fulfill. 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 18 years old must be accompanied an adult (or group) chaperone.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTE - If you cannot fill your requested tour package room occupancy type, you will be required to change your tour package to a lower room occupancy at an additional cost per person.

(Example: If there are only three persons from your group or family attending and each is person requesting a Quad occupancy tour package - Each of the three persons attending will be required to upgrade to a Triple occupancy tour package at an additional cost per person.)

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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 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 or have adjoining hotel rooms.

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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, theme park tickets, etc. except as scheduled on your tour itinerary). ESP Productions is able to book you additional hotel room nights at the Rosen Centre Hotel outside of the production tour dates. Please contact the ESP Productions directly to book additional room nights other than those provided in your All American production tour package.

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How do I make my airline travel arrangements?
If you have a 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, Hotwire, 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, 2015 and depart on January 2, 2016. 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 mileage/point seating may be at a minimum.

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If I am flying to Orlando, who will greet me at the airport?
ESP Productions is pleased offer round-trip Orlando International Airport (MCO) transfers to/from the Rosen Centre Hotel at a nominal cost of $30.00 per person. Airport transfer reservations MUST be made in advance of your arrival. Orlando airport transfers are available only on December 28th - 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and January 2nd 4:00 a.m. to Noon. Those who purchase Orlando International Airport transfers will be greeted in the airport baggage claim area and escorted to exclusive tour member motor coaches for a comfortable ride to the Rosen Centre Hotel.

Airport Note - 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 in the baggage claim area 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 performance cast has typically received a significant amount of air time on ESPN/ABC-TV! The game will again be carried live on ESPN/ABC-TV, however, due to network time constraints we can in no way ever guarantee any television coverage of the halftime show.

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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 electronic data 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 18 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 production 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. (Spectator tour members are not required to adhere to the production tour schedule.)

 

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 and all tour members are personally responsible for any medical costs incurred. We will attempt to reach your Emergency Contact as soon as reasonable if you are involved in a medical incident. 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 bowl game, but may I order extra tickets for family and friends who are not participating in the All American Halftime Show 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 visit our extra game ticket order page. Bowl game tickets may also be purchased online at TicketMaster.com Game tickets purchased through TicketMaster will NOT be located near the All American Halftime Show production tour member seating block. Bowl game tickets go on sale in early September. 

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May my parents take a video camera to the bowl football game?
NO, the the bowl game & N.C.A.A. prohibits unauthorized video photography of any kind. You may video the "Open Set" production rehearsal and most other tour events which take place outside of the stadium.

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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. An overhead group photo of the production will be taken during the halftime show at Citrus Bowl Stadium. 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 Univesal Orlando or Walt Disney World?
Your ticket is valid for "One Day / One Park" (it is not a 'Park Hopper' ticket) at both Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World.

At Universal Orlando you may visit either Universal Studios OR Islands of Adventure theme park. All participants will be taken to the motorcoach parking area where you can visit the ONE park of your choice.

 

At Walt Disney World you may visit 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 motor coach terminal from which you will utilize Walt Disney World transportation to the ONE Walt Disney World theme 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 to all tour participants during tour 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 each bag and have additional fees 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. 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 a minimum of about $150 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 local 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 are only available for those persons officially registered as "Tour Spectator" All American 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 choreography instruction during production rehearsals while you are in Orlando.

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Who is ESP Productions?
ESP Productions, Inc. is the official entertainment producer appointed to coordinate the All American Halftime Show 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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