Save Disney Shows October 2011 Events

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash – 10/09-12/11

Save The Nine Lives Of Chloe King Day #1 – 10/09/11

Save I’m in the Band Day #4 – 10/12/11

Kim Possible Halloween Bash – 10/31/11

It’s important to remember that paper letters are the key to our efforts, and events are spaced out so you have at least a week to prepare as many as you can. Please refer to our how to help section for addresses and more information.

Then on the day of the event, you can also send faxes, make phone calls, and use our email program at SDSmail.org

Save The Nine Lives of Chloe King

ABC Family clearly didn’t learn their lesson and they have AGAIN cancelled a new series after only ten episodes! The ABC Family series The Nine Lives of Chloe King was just getting started and had just begun to build up what was a very large and elaborate story line. We had some major plot elements revealed in the mid-season finale, which unfortunately has become the series finale. We call on all Disney fans to help us in our campaign to get this series renewed. No show deserves to end before it’s potential an even be measured. Our first SDS event is next week on October 9th (for nine lives) and we really need your support!

Learn more about how you can help us ave the show on our Nine Lives section of Save Disney Shows.

Disney Channel October Highlights

It’s time again for our first look at that’s new on Disney channel this month. And it looks like a lot of Wizards! “Wizards vs. Everything” will be the 25th episode of the season and we are clearly nearing the end of the series run. Also new this month are the usual couple episodes of ANT Farm, So Random, Phineas and Ferb, Good Luck Charlie, and Shake it Up. There are also several Jessie episodes, which one would expect seeing as how it’s a new show.

If you’re interested in learning more about Debby’s new show, you might want to check out DebbyRyan.net and our new Jessie fan site at DisneysJessie.com.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Gary Marsh named President of Disney Channel!

Huge news at Disney Channel this month! Carolina Lightcap, the now former president of Disney Channels Worldwide, has decided to step down from her post. Gary Marsh, Disney Channel’s Chief Creative Officer has now been promoted to president for Disney Channels Worldwide in addition to continuing to serve as Chief Creative Officer. Mr Marsh has long been one of the most receptive and well respected executives at Disney Channel, and his ascension to president of the channel is very good news for the fans in general.

In commenting on Mr. Marsh and his promotion, Anne Sweeney, co-chair, Disney Media Networks and president, Disney/ABC Television Group said, “Gary Marsh has been the driving creative force behind Disney Channels remarkable growth for the past 15 plus years, responsible for some of the most iconic and successful franchises in our history, including ‘Hannah Montana,’ ‘Wizards of Waverly Place,’ ‘High School Musical,’ ‘Phineas and Ferb,’ ‘That’s So Raven,’ ‘Shake It Up’ and many others.” She continued, “The evolution and growth of our Disney Channels business will come from the alignment of this great creative with strong distribution, in all its myriad forms. There is no one better suited to manage this than Gary. He not only understands the zeitgeist of kids’ culture, he helped create it. Our business couldn’t be in better hands.”

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Kim Possible Fan Convention 2012 Update

The Kim Possible Fan Convention project has it’s first confirmed guests:

Bob Schooley

Mark McCorkle

Steve Loter

Kurt Weldon

Of course, all appearances are subject to change as the event is still nine months out, but it looks like things are starting to shape up.

You can stay up to date on the project and provide your feed back via these social networking sites.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Kimvention2012

Twitter: http://twitter.com/Kimvention2012

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/Kimvention2012

deviantART: http://kimvention2012.deviantart.com/

Demi Lovato Makes her Comeback

It’s been quite a year for Demi Lovato. But she’s gotten her life back in order and her new album “Unbroken” was just released last month. In support of the new album Demi did two concerts, one in NYC and one in LA. Our own Webmaster Greg was there at the LA show and has a full report including quite a few concert videos from the show. It was an amazing show.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Lauren Frost & Margo Harshman are Violet Hour

Long time Disney fans may remember actresses Lauren Frost and Margo Harshman from Disney’s  Even Stevens. Lauren played Ren’s slightly ditsy friend Ruby and Margo played Louis’s friend and eventual love interest Tawny. These two talented girls have since teamed up and formed a band called Violet Hour. Our own Webmaster Greg had the opportunity to see and speak with them at their concert at El Cid in Los Angeles last month.

For more about the band and the show (including videos) please visit the DC Fans Blog.

Sorry for the delay in getting this post up. I know I said Monday, but I’ve been having computer problems and couldn’t get anything new posted.

Sunday, the third and final day of the 2011 D23 Expo was just as amazing as the first two days. How many people can say they’ve seen Wilmer Valderrama hangin’ out with Handy Manny? LOL

After that photo op, we got in line for the Pair of Kings signing.

I was there to see Kelsey Chow again (obviously). I had gotten her autograph at the filming, but it’s faint ’cause her pin was dying. So when I saw her I was like “I hope your pen works this time” and she was like “Huh- OH! I remember you! =D” And then the Disney employee pushed me along for holding up the line. Of course, SHE was talking TO ME so how was that my fault? LOL

I was also quite shocked to see that Mitchel Musso himself showed up! He wasn’t scheduled to attend and I had never met him before.

And have a look at this guy with the “I <3 Kelsey Chow” shirt! Lucky bastard… why didn’t I think of that? LOL I actually ended up right next to him in the “Shake it Up” line. He’s a nice kid.

EDIT/NOTE: I’ve replaced the original picture below with his “professional” posed photo from the expo. If you want to see my original pic click here. There’s also a video. Again, why wasn’t I this smart? LOLz

Speaking of the Shake it Up line, what a mess. They didn’t know where to put everyone and it was a pretty big mess overall. The line was closed by 2pm… if not sooner.

Now as frequent readers will remember, I’ve met Bella and Zendaya before. It was Caroline Sunshine that I really wanted to meet.

And yeah, meet her I did. I even had a few moments to tell her about my fansite and how excited I was to finally meet her.

I didn’t really have anything to say to Zendaya… but I did get a solo autograph of her. =]

As for Bella, I didn’t have anything rehearsed so I simply told her that I couldn’t even begin to tell her how amazing she is.

She was like “Aww, thank you sir” … as if I needed to be reminded how she’s WAY too young for me. LOL. Here’s the autograph.

But that’s not all. Once we finished with the cast we went down in front of the stage to take a few more pics. I got some great shots of Bella and Zendaya.

And by absolute sure luck, I ended up standing against the side of the stage when they finished the signing and the cast came to the front to sign a few more autographs for the crowd! Bella was right in front of me, look!

My friend Anika who was right next to me even got a pic with Zendaya!

I was hoping Caroline would come over to our side, but she didn’t make it beyond mid stage before the CMs escorted her off the stage.

She was the last to leave, but we still had one more surprise in store before we left. About 30 minutes after the event wrapped up, I spotted Roshan Fegan and Anika got a great picture with him too.

And that my friends, was the last day of the 2011 D23 expo. It was somethin’ else, I’ll tell you that. Hope to see you all there in 2013.

Saturday was a big day for DC events! I got there early to see Alyson Stoner, whom you all know I adore.

She was there for the Phineas and Ferb meet and greet along with the voice of Phineas and Perry.

It took me four years to get her autograph, but I finally did it. BTW, she has an EP coming out soon on iTunes. She’s not sure if there will be physical CDs or not.

Next up was a signing for Kickin’ It. I didn’t go, but I did get to see Olivia Holt. And I have to say, she is mighty cute. =]

Next was Fish Hooks. Chelsea Kane didn’t show up. >:[

I still got to meet Kyle and the crew, but still, I wanted to hit on see my Chelsea.

Finally was the cast of A.N.T. Farm. I finally got to tell Stefanie Scott how awesome I think she is. <3

And it was fun to talk to Sierra McCormic. She’s a sweet little girl, emphasis on the little. I’ll have to look her up when she’s older.

Click each pic for the enlarged views. I also took pics of the Theme Parks pavilion, show floor, and Archives exhibits today. Those will be going up on SoCal Disney on Monday or so.

Save Disney Shows August 2011 Events

Save Kim Possible Day – 08/16/11

Save I’m in the Band Day #3 – 08/19/11

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash – 08/26-29/11

It’s important to remember that paper letters are the key to our efforts, and events are spaced out so you have at least a week to prepare as many as you can. Please refer to our how to help section for addresses and more information.

Then on the day of the event, you can also send faxes, make phone calls, and use our email program at SDSmail.org

Disney Channel August Highlights

It’s the start of a new month and we have your first look at the month ahead for Disney Channel’s new programming.

The programming highlights include new episodes of A.N.T. Farm, Fish Hooks, Good Luck Charlie, Phineas and Ferb, PrankStars, So Random, and Wizards of Waverly Place. No Shake it Up, however.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Debby Ryan’s Jessie Begins Filming

Debby Ryan’s new show Jessie filmed it’s first episode back on Friday, June 17th 2011 at Hollywood Center Studios. In the new series, Debby plays recent HS graduate Jessie who was raised in rural Texas. She wants to be a singer/actress and comes to New York to chase that dream. She ends up as a live in nanny to four kids, three of whom are adopted from all over the world. The parents are like “Brangelina” with the mom an ex-model and the dad having a movie background. Jessie quickly finds herself hired and on the job.

It’s very much unlike any show Disney has ever ordered for DC. If it succeeds it could be a major game changer for the future of the network. If it fails, well, expect more shows built on the HM formula for a loooong time. The show is expected to premiere in the fall. We will of course continue to keep you updated.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Disney Stars at the 2011 D23 Expo

Big news! Disney has announced not only a general overview of the Disney channel stars that will be at the expo, but they have also laid out the complete schedule for the signings!

Special guests include Jason Dolley, Leigh-Allyn Baker and Bradley Steven Perry, Adam Hicks, Hayley Kiyoko, Chris Brochu, Tiffany Thornton, Sterling Knight, Doug Brochu, Allisyn Ashley Arm, Alyson Stoner, Leo Howard, Olivia Holt, Chelsea Kane, Kyle Massey, China Anne McClain, Jake Short, Sierra McCormick, Stefanie Scott, Doc Shaw, Kelsey Chow, Bella Thorne, Zendaya, Davis Cleveland, Roshon Fegan, Adam Irigoyen, Kenton Duty and Caroline Sunshine.

And that’s only a partial list! For the full list and schedule visit the SoCal Disney blog at the link below. We will be using the SoCal Disney site to report on the D23 Expo as it approaches later this month.

Read more on the SoCal Disney Blog.

New DCOMs Lemonade Mouth 2 and Shake it Up!

Well… this didn’t take long. Lemonade Mouth was a pretty big hit, but a sequel already? They must want to strike while the iron is hot. “Lemonade Mouth 2″ will reunite fans with Olivia, Wen, Stella, Mohini and Charlie, and feature all-new music.

The hit buddy comedy series set in the world of a tween dance show, “Shake It Up, Chicago!,” has

generated development plans for a DCOM debut. The comedy series features two high-spirited characters,

best friends CeCe Jones and Raquel “Rocky” Blue… Between learning

adventures, some that test their friendship.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Kim Possible Fan Convention 2012

Periodically, we bring you messages from other groups that are working on projects that we think may be of interest to you, our readers. At SDS we are committed to preserving Kim’s legacy for all time, and for this reason we strongly endorse this new fan proposal. We urge you to join with then directly via facebook but of course we will continue to keep you updated on the project via this newsletter.

KIM POSSIBLE FAN CONVENTION 2012: WHAT’S THE SITCH?

On July 15, a gentleman started positing on various Kim Possible fan sites across the Internet. His one question – was anyone interested – seriously interested – in having a fan celebration to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Kim Possible.

The idea isn’t without precedent – the Disney animated show GARGOYLES had a 13-year run of fan gatherings in different spots around the country. But there are challenges: KP fans had never successfully organized a fan gathering during the run of the show, the show ended it’s original broadcast run in 2007, it is currently not being shown in reruns anywhere in the US, and the last previous online effort surrounding the show left fans feeling bitter about the owner of the show, The Walt Disney Company.

On July 21, a Facebook page appeared online: KIM POSSIBLE FAN CONVENTION 2012. The goal was simple. Find 100 serious KP fans willing to indicate they liked the idea of such an event. It they stepped forward, then work would commence on building the event from idea into reality.

My name is Donald Speirs. I’m the gentleman with that idea, and today I’m happy to announce that we have reached and shattered that goal. As of August 1st, we start the planning stages for a Kim Possible Fan Convention 2012.

The goal of the event is simple. We’re going to celebrate the creative team that came together and gave us the first great heroine of the 21st century. We’ll have fun sharing Kim stuff. And this will be a fan convention, so we will be taking in ideas on what things should be at such a gathering.

We’re in the very early planning stages – but you’re in for a treat. For one thing, it’s not just fans who want this event. Word of this project made it’s way to Hollywood, and some people came to Facebook and said they’re excited about this event as well: Kurt Weldon. Thomas Hart. Mark Drop. Brian Swenlin. Stephen Silver. Lisa Schaffer. Andy Ice. Adam Berry. Steve Loter. Bob Schooley (yes, that Bob Schooley). With their input on the event as well, I expect this will be a fan event unlike any other.

So pencil in these dates on your calendar: June 8-10, 2012. Visit and like the Facebook Page for the Kim Possible Fan Convention 2012. Once there, you’ll get updates from me and the rest of Team Possible 2012 about what’s happening.

Come, join us as we celebrate the first great heroine of the 21st century!.

Selena Gomez Concert at the OC Fair

Our very own Webmaster Greg recently went to see the talented Selena Gomez as she kicked off her new nationwide tour at the Orange County Fair on Sunday July 24th. Disney had also invited some various actors to the show including Adam Irigoyen (Deuce, Shake It Up), Caroline Sunshine (Tinka, Shake It Up) Bella Thorne (CeCe, Shake It Up), and Stefanie Scott (Lexi, ANT Farm). Selena did a total of 18 songs, including songs from all three of her studio albums with an obvious emphasis on the newest album.

Read more and see the videos on the DC Fans Blog.

Big News for everyone that’s ever wanted to be a Disney actor. Disney Channel and Disney XD are hosting a rare public casting call next weekend in Texas. If you think you’ve got what it takes, then find a way to get there! Good luck!

Disney Channel and Disney XD Announce
Open Casting Call in Austin, Texas, June 4, 2011

Casting Directors Searching for Talented, Young Actors, Actresses, Singers and Dancers Ages 10-18 for Upcoming Series and Movies

Disney Channel and Disney XD today announced an open casting call in Austin, Texas, to give promising, new actors and actresses an opportunity of a lifetime to audition for casting representatives.

“We are pleased to play a part in cultivating young talent and helping them achieve their dreams,” said Judy Taylor, Senior Vice President, Casting and Talent Relations. “With this official open casting call, our representatives are searching for a range of youthful talent with comedic acting ability and/or singing and dancing experience to showcase their skills for consideration in our upcoming series and movies.”

The open casting call registration and auditions will be held on June 4, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Omni Hotel, 700 San Jacinto at 8th Street in downtown Austin, Texas. An application and a monologue will be provided upon arrival. The Omni Hotel offers self parking for $10.00 plus tax.

Talented kids who can play characters between the ages of 10-18 and who can act, dance or sing are invited to the open call. There is no fee to audition and minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

This official open call is among Disney Channel’s and Disney XD’s few annual casting searches in the United States. There are no guarantees of employment.

More information can be found at www.disneychannel.com/opencall.

Save Disney Shows May 2011 Events

Save I’m in the Band Day #2 – 05/06/11

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash – 05/13-16/11

Save 10 Things Day – 05/25/11

It’s important to remember that paper letters are the key to our efforts, and events are spaced out so you have at least a week to prepare as many as you can. Please refer to our how to help section for addresses and more information.

Then on the day of the event, you can also send faxes, make phone calls, and use our email program at SDSmail.org

Save I’m in the Band

Wow! Our first Save I’m in the Band Day got our movement off to a great start. We lit up twitter and sent over a thousand emails to Disney! Of course, we still have a lot of work to do.

As mentioned above, our second Save I’m in the Band Day will be this Friday May 6th 2011. You should use the next few days to help us get the word out to more fans. And please be sure to send paper letters as well! Depending on where you live, you should start sending them in today.

And don’t forget about the Save I’m in the Band email program to make it easier for you to email Disney. Please customize the included template letter as it’s only intended as a guide if you’re unsure of what to say.

May Disney Channel Highlights

The May Disney schedule looks quite bizarre There are no new episodes for anything scheduled for the second half of the month. Are they just not ready to announce their plans that far in advance? If not, is there any particular reason? At SDS we’re puzzled, but we will find out in time.

This month will include the final episode of The Suite Life on Deck and the first episode of Disney’s new series ANT Farm.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Disney’s new man at ABC Family

Disney’s new plan for ABC Family channel includes a new president for the network, Michael G. Riley. In this new article and interview, he discusses the changes at the channel and their plans gong forward.

Mr. Riley was deeply involved with the casting and scheduling of the new shows and will start wooing advertisers this week in New York. In addition to “The Nine Lives of Chloe King,” the new dramas Mr. Riley will be promoting this week include “Switched at Birth,” the story of two teenage girls who were mixed up as newborns. “The Lying Game,” meantime, is a mystery about twin sisters.

The goal for “The Great State of Georgia,” in which Raven-Symoné stars as an aspiring actress with a larger-than-life personality, is to create a comedy block on Wednesday nights. It will be paired with “Melissa & Joey,” a successful returning series starring Melissa Joan Hart and Joey Lawrence.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Is Hellcats in trouble?

A lot of our readers no doubt remember Aly Michalka from Phil of the Future and Ashley Tisdale from The Suite Life and High School Musical. And of course, they have a new series together on the CW network called Hellcats. Unfortunately, the ratings have been dropping at a rather alarming rate and some of us are worried the show won’t be renewed. It’s not a Disney show, but given it’s Disney connections, I’m assuming many of you may be interested. What do you think? Drop us a like at webmasters@savedisneyshows.org or find us on twitter or facebook.

Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure DVD Signing

SDS Webmaster Greg, after many years of trying, finally met High School Musical actress Ashley Tisdale two weeks ago in LA at a DVD signing for her new movie Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure. Unfortunately, this was before we realized that Hellcats might be in trouble (as mentioned above) so he didn’t mention anything about it. Oops! Be sure to check out her new movie, though.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Debby Ryan Meet and Greet

Webmaster Greg also attended Debby Ryan’s Meet and Greet in Long Beach CA on May 1st 2011. He briefly spoke with Debby and wished her luck with her new show. Perhaps more importantly, we also had the chance to speak with her mom and to let her know about both Greg’s Debby fansite Debby-Ryan.com and Save Disney Shows, should her new series Jessie ever need any help.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Wow! Our first Save I’m in the Band Day got our movement off to a great start. We lit up twitter and sent over a thousand emails to Disney!

I can’t directly track phone calls or paper letters, but I did my part and I hope at least some of you did as well.

We’ve also given away some great prizes to those who promoted and emailed on our first day. I’m still waiting to hear back from some of our twitter winners though, so please check your DMs if you haven’t already!

Of course, we still have a lot of work to do. That’s why I am proud to announce that our second Save I’m in the Band Day will be Friday May 6th 2011. You should use the next couple weeks to help us get the word out to even more fans. And please be sure to send paper letters as well! Depending on where you live, you may need to mail them by April 31st so get started now!

Help us save Disney XD’s I’m In The Band and you could win a signed cast photo!

Our first save I’m In The Band day is this coming Monday, April 4th 2011. It’s critically important that as many fans as possible participate if we are going to get Disney’s attention. And to encourage fans to both spread the word and to actually participate, we’re giving away seven cast pictures!

Visit our contests page at Save Disney Shows for full details about the giveaway.

We have also launched the Save I’m in the Band email program to make it easier for you to email Disney on Monday. Please feel free to modify the provided template letter, it’s only intended as a guide if you’re unsure of what to say. And please don’t just email, paper letters and phone calls are important too!

Well, dang it all. For whatever reason Disney XD has decided to cancel production on a third season of the original series I’m in the Band staring Logan Miller, Steve Valentine, Greg Baker, Stephen Full, and my girl Caitlyn Taylor Love.

At this point, details are still sketchy. All we know is that the series was not picked up for another season. We don’t know why, although it’s possible Disney found the ratings to be less than stellar. It seems unlikely a scheduling conflict or money issues like what happened with Phil of the Future would be the cause although it is too soon to say with certainty.

So now I guess it’s up to the fans. Are there enough fans to push for another season? We’ve organized a “Save Iron Weasel” movement over at Save Disney Shows complete with Disney mailing addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers and everything else fans will need to protest this unwarranted cancellation.

Our first Save I’m in the Band Day is Monday April 4th 2011. The Disney executives Carolina Lightcap, David Levine, and Adam Bonnett are probably the most important to write to. You can find their contact info and more on our website in the Get Involved Section.

Even if you’re not a fan yourself, please forward this information to anyone you know that enjoys the show. It’s critically important that we get the word out as quickly as possible!

Some interesting management changes at Disney XD. I remember writing to Mr. Levine back during the original Save KP campaign when he worked for Disney Channel.

David Levine has been promoted to Vice President, Programming and General Manager of Disney XD Worldwide.

Levine, who had previously served as Vice President, Worldwide Programming Strategy, Acquisitions and Co-Productions for Disney Channels Worldwide, has been with the company since 2004. In that post, Levine led the task force to launch Disney XD channel in the U.S. and guided its worldwide roll-out.

In his new position, Levine will oversee program planning and scheduling for the two-year-old, multi-platform Disney XD. He will also work with Disney XD’s programming team to find acquisition and co-production opportunities.

Prior to joining Disney, Levine worked at Ragdoll USA, where he served as Vice President of Business Affairs and Development.