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How to Sign up for Sweet 16 on MTV

One of MTV's hottest reality shows, "My Super Sweet 16," profiles privileged teens as they prepare for the party of a lifetime. Each episode is full of dramatic anticipation and concludes with an inside look into the featured big event. If you're planning to mark a rite of passage with the party of the century, sign up for the show and see what happens.

Instructions

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      Talk to your parents. As a fan of "My Super Sweet 16" you know that it features only the most extravagant, over-the-top coming of age bashes. Before asking MTV to feature your party, make sure your financial backers, a.k.a. mom and dad, are on board.

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      Develop a clear vision of your Coming Out, Sweet 16 or Quinceanera celebration. When you pitch your idea to MTV, it must stand out. Visit the MTV website and review past episodes to understand whether your party plans are sufficiently original and outrageous.

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      Set a budget. Share your celebration ideas and wishes with your parents so they can draw up a financial plan. It's best to address this issue before applying to the show so you can ensure MTV that the party will go on. "My Super Sweet 16" is all about excess, so the bigger the budget, the more likely you are to get on the show.

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      Resist the urge to hire a party planner, pick a venue and send out invitations. The "My Super Sweet 16" cameras follow every step of the party process, from inception to execution. Stars of the show do everything on film, from meeting with party planners to making a grand entrance and taking their position as king or queen of the ball.

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      Send the MTV staff an email, explaining why they should feature your special event on "My Super Sweet 16." Express your excitement about the upcoming event, allowing your personality to shine through, and provide details about your party's theme, venue and budget. Make sure to mention that mom and dad share your vision and enthusiasm.

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      Wait for a response. If you don't hear from MTV, don't despair. Your party will be perfect, even without the added reality television dimension. Hire a videographer who favors a journalistic style to record the big day on film.

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