U. Nebraska-Lincoln students and Husker fans will have their shot at fame Thursday.

Anyone who has ever wanted to be an actor or actress, wanted to show the world the spirit of Nebraska or wanted to be in a nationally broadcast commercial can come to Memorial Stadium at 7 p.m. The university is filming a 30-second public service announcement showcasing the power of red.

“The commercial is for the fall of 2011. Whenever a Nebraska game is televised, the university is allowed to broadcast 30-second public service announcement,” said Andy Schadwinkel, marketing director for the Office of University Communications. Schadwinkel said the commercial would be broadcast with game coverage.

The goal of the commercial shoot is to capture the spirit of Nebraska. The university is anticipating hundreds of people will participate in the event.

To get involved, simply fill out the short web form at http://go.unl.edu/tvsignup.

It is essential for participants to fill out the online form so when they check in on Thursday, they can fill out image release forms that permit the university to show extras’ faces on the commercial.

After filling out the form, participants should find their best Husker game day gear.

Obviously, red is encouraged.

Check-in for the shoot is from 7 p.m to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 23 at Gate 3 (southwest corner of the stadium).  At 7:30, the cameras will start rolling and will film until approximately 9 p.m.

Participants are advised not to be alarmed by potentially low-flying helicopters filming from above, said Schadwinkel.

The commercial is an opportunity to get involved in the spirit of UNL and to show the world what Nebraska is all about.

Melanie French, a freshman dental hygiene major, plans to participate.

“I am excited to be a part of the spirit of Nebraska football,” she said.