First Look At 'Star Wars Episode VII' Abu Dhabi Set And Alien Creature

As the Star Wars: Episode VII cast continues to come together, J.J. Abrams is looking to pull one diehard fan onscreen to join them. The director has issued a special video message announcing a contest with a walk-on role as the big prize.

The fact that the campaign also benefits UNICEF is just the icing on the cake. Hit the jump to watch the video — which also happens to be our first look at the Abu Dhabi set — and find out how you can enter the Star Wars: Episode VII contest.

Update from /Film editor Peter Sciretta: Scott Beggs makes a comparison of the new alien shown in this video and the junk lady from Labyrinth:

The deadline to enter is July 18 at 11:59 PM. Each $10 contribution gets you a chance to win:

Airfare and accommodations to London for one winner and a guest

Behind-the-scenes access on the closed set of Star Wars: Episode VII as VIP guests of J.J. Abrams

Winner will have the opportunity to meet members of the cast

Winner and their guest will then be transformed by makeup and costume teams into a Star Wars character and filmed for a scene in Star Wars: Episode VII

Chip in a bit more, and you'll be eligible for Kickstarter-style prizes ranging from a special thank-you card from Abrams ($40) to a private advance screening of the movie ($50,000).

Star Wars: Force for Change will help support UNICEF's Innovation Labs, which tries to find creative solutions to problems ailing children around the globe. So the best-case scenario is that you get to be in Star Wars, and the worst-case scenario is that you've helped a kid in need. Either way, it's a win.

Head to Omaze.com/StarWars to enter or get more information.