Cast and Crew
Hundreds of enthusiastic volunteers from all around the world are needed to be part of The Light The World Parade. You must be between the age of 18 and 35, unless accompanied by an adult legal guardian. Age exceptions are available for chaperoned Cast Members and for qualified Crew above the maximum age upon request. The Light The World Parade Organization accepts no liability for travel, lodging, food or other related services to its cast. Ultimately, The Light The World Parade is a completely volunteer opportunity to serve and enjoy.

Positions available:
Dancers. Actors. Street Performers . Performance Artists . Athletes . Gymnasts . Sprinters . Color Guard . Marching Drumline . Tribal Drumline . Skate Boarders . Rollerbladers . BMX Riders . Wardrobe . Technical . Assistants . Production . Logistics

The Light The World Parade needs Cast and Crew who are passionate about and appreciate the cultures of the world and who have hearts to serve. An excellent attitude and outlook on life is essential to the group success and quality. All potential Cast and Crew should examine their own motives, abilities and attitude before applying to participate in this once in a lifetime journey experiences. See application form for specific positions.

Uniform
All cast are required to purchase their official Olympic Games cast uniform before registration is completed. You will be sent more details on this after your registration is approved. There are three options, ranging from $99-299. This uniform purchase is known as Medal Package and must be paid for prior to acceptance. This Medal Package will be packed with all our gear headed to Beijing and distributed to you upon arrival and orientation times yet to be determined.

Accommodation and Food
Housing, food, and in-country Chinese permits required for all LTWP members will be handled by our Host Group in Beijing. LTWP has negotiated a package assuring us the best rates possible during our stay. Our housing and food will be provided at a local University in Beijing.

Departures to The Light The World Parade Beijing

Itinerary
Aug 1-4 - Hong Kong - Dancers Only
Aug 5 – 7 – Beijing – All Cast Rehearsals
Aug 7 – Beijing – 1st Performance
Aug 9-23 – Beijing - Parade Performance
 
Return Departures begin Aug 24
Specific instructions will be provided on how and when to book travel upon approval of your registration as soon as it becomes available.
 
Dance Rehearsals ONLY are in Hong Kong from Aug 1 or 2 to Aug 4. All other cast need to arrive in Beijing, China on Aug 4 or 5.
 
If you cannot come for the entire duration of the Parade you can be part of Week 1 or Week 2. Week 1 and Week 2 positions will be accepted based on current cast/crew needs.  Those who are able to stay for both weeks will be given priority in the application process.
 
Week 1 – Arrive in Beijing August 5 – depart August 16
Week 2 – Arrive in Beijing August 14 – depart August 24

Travel Requirements
You will need a Passport. You will need a Visa. You will be required to organize your own transport to and from China. Upon acceptance of your registration you will be provided our contacts for travel arrangements and accommodations in China. If you are from the US, Australia, Brazil, Europe, Africa, or Asia you will be provided the same Travel Agent contact. This to insure our team is together at the same time upon arrival in Hong Kong or Beijing. You will also need to make sure that you have a current passport, and appropriate travel documents and visas in order to enter and exit China.

Trip Guidelines
We are ecstatic about all of the incredible people that are joining us to make the LTWP a reality in Beijing.  Our time there is going to be an experience that you will remember for a lifetime, and we can't make it happen without you!  It is absolutely vital that you are willing put 100% effort into your role in the parade, that you be willing to go above and beyond the call of duty to fill in when and where you are needed, and that you possess extraordinary flexibility and good humor if you should be accepted as a participant in the LTWP.  The reputation and character of LTWP are dependent on these things in every cast and crew member that comes on board.  We are all an all-volunteer organization, but we strive for excellence in what we seek to accomplish.  If we all work together, it will make our experience in Beijing 2008 hands down one of the best memories of our lives!
 
Personal Behavior and Attitude:
The highest standards of behavior are required to participate on any level of this opportunity or program. Violation, misleading information or personal breach is grounds for immediate dismissal with absolutely no refund of any kind.  Our program thrives on positive, encouraging and engaging activity, training and orientation. Our environment is something we are tenacious about in protecting the integrity and standards. Special note* if you have issues with authority, bad language, use of cursing, alcohol, drugs of any kind, smoking, tobacco of any kind, or sexual addictions of any kind, please do not apply. The Light The World Parade Organization has very high requirements in the area of personal behaviors on these outreaches. Your talents alone are not enough to qualify. Integrity is not negotiable for a program at this level but the long term benefits of participation are far reaching for you and for others.

Trip Cost
If you are planning on staying for the duration of the Olympics, your trip cost for everything, including travel, lodging, food, and permits will be approximately $3500.
 
If you are planning on staying for either Week 1 OR Week 2, your trip cost will be approximately $2500. We do not recommend this option because our program must fill these spots to complete our arrangement with the event. This will require special arrangements. Please see the Fund Your Trip section on ways to raise your support.

Fund Your Trip
Since the LTWP relies on volunteer cast and crew, it is up to each person to fund the cost of their participation in LTWP. This includes all associated travel, food, and lodging costs for the duration of your trip. The LTWP has created a partnership with XP Apparel, the Official Licensee for Olympic gear for the 2008 Olympics.  This partnership was created so that people may purchase their official olympic gear through you. All the profits from these sales will be credited to your personal LTWP account to offset the cost of your trip, less a small fee to cover administrative costs of apparel sales.
 
You are also welcome to come up with other creative ways to fund your trip, and share them with others!!! More detailed information on this fund-raising opportunity will be sent to you once you have registered and been accepted for participation in the LTWP.

Registration
You are required to submit an online application form. If you are a successful candidate you will be sent an official confirmation email and can continue with the registration process.
 
Registration Fee is $49.  This is a non-refundable fee that confirms your registration. Checks can be made out to ARK 2.  Please write LTWP in the MEMO LINE.

If you are accepted during the initial registration process, you will also need to purchase your Uniform/Medal Package for the Olympic Games. (Link to uniform section here) Uniform/Medal Package Official Beijing Olympic Gear. All cast are required to purchase their official Olympic Games cast uniform before final registration is completed. There are three options available ranging from $99 - $299. (Medal Package) If you would like to pay for your registration online, you may do so HERE.

 

Contact: paradecast@aol.com