SL21B: Performer and Volunteer applications

June 2024 will mark the 21st anniversary of Second Life opening to public access – and to mark it, Linden Lab has announced the 2024 Birthday celebrations as being marked across an entire month – from Friday, June 21st through until  Sunday July 21st, 2024.

Theme

This theme for Second Life’s 21st birthday (SL21B) has been given as Elements, which the Lab describes thus:

This theme invites us to explore the fundamental components that make up our vast virtual landscape and the diverse communities within it. From the fiery passion of creators and artists to the fluid adaptability of our social environments, from the solid bonds within our communities to the fresh breezes of innovation that propel us forward, “Elements” is a celebration of the core forces that shape our experiences in Second Life.

– From the official SL21B announcement blog post

Applications

Performers

Applications for SL21B performers were officially opened on April 29th, 2024. Key points:

• Applications will be accepted through until Friday, May 31st, 2024.
• There will be three stages for performers within the General rated SL21B estate.
• New for 2024 will be an official performance stage in the Adult rated SL21B estate, and explicit lyrics and more adult attire will be permitted on this stage.
• DJs, live artists and people performing on the designated events stages are permitted to rez ONE low-prim tip jar. Donation kiosks are not allowed.
• There is a 350LI allowance for props and rezzable items for DJ and live music shows. A DJ set-up is allowed (spin table, speakers, small light emitters/effects) – but performers are asked not to design a giant framed set that covers the stage, its floor or the backdrop.
• Full rules for Performers can be found in the application form.

Volunteers

A call for event volunteers was made on April 15th, 2024. Key points:

• Applications will be accepted through until Sunday, May 12th, 2024.
• Volunteers are asked to commit to at least two hour shifts at a time, and to note that as a week long event. SL21B requires volunteers who will be available for more than just one or two days.
• Training sessions will be provided across multiple times. All volunteers are expected to complete a training session, regardless of whether they have been volunteers at previous Birthday events. Those failing to complete the required training will be removed from the Volunteer group.
• These are volunteer positions, and as such, volunteers will not be paid. Additionally, volunteers cannot rez/wear tip jars or solicit for tips.
• Full rules and requirements for volunteers can be found in the application form.
• Official SL21B Volunteer Applications announcement

Exhibitors

As I’ve previously reported, Exhibitor applications opened on April 4th, 2024.Again, key points:

• Applications will be accepted through until Sunday, May 12th, 2024.
• There will be both General and Adult rated regions available to exhibitors.
• Exhibits do not have to be in keeping with the Elements theme – LL are keen to showcase the passions, interests and creativity of the platform’s users and many groups and communities.
• Full rules for Exhibitors can be found in the application form.
• Official SL21B Exhibitor Applications announcement.