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Save Disney Shows March 2010 Events

Save Kim Possible Day – 03/07/10

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash – 03/12-15/10

Save Wizards Day – 03/19/10

Save Jake Long Day – 03/25/10

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: http://help.savedisneyshows.org

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

Save Wizards Day & The Work Ahead

Our first Save Wizards day was this past friday the 26th. The email stats show a 10% increase over our unofficial Wizards email day earlier in the month, which is an encouraging sign, but no where near what we need!

To those of you who are doing your part, thank you, please keep it up. But we need the rest of you to step up! Wizards of Waverly Place will stop filming this month. And the show still hasn’t been renewed!

I know a lot of fans of the show are skeptical that the show needs our help, but IT DOES. Look at our track record, SDS has always been out front trying to raise awareness of these problems so that the fans have an opportunity to fight back. Even if you’re not a fan yourself, we need your help to get the word out. Once the show stops airing new episodes people will catch on, but history has shown us that by then, it might be too late.

Our next Save Wizards day is March 19th. This is our last best chance to save the show. We need it as big as possible.

To help, visit our save Wizards website: WizardsOfWaverlyPlace.org Thank you!

Disney Channel March Highlights

Sonny with a Chance Season Two Premieres March 14th!

“Walk A Mile In My Pants” – Sonny rallies everyone together for a “Walk-A-Thon For Books” and gets Tawni to donate her “Tawni Hart’s Extreme Skinny Jeans” for all of the participants to wear. Eventually everyone starts dropping out as a result of SPS – Skinny Pants Syndrome, in a new episode of “Sonny With A Chance,” SUNDAY, MARCH 14 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel.

Can’t wait? See more promos here and discuss the show at the SWAC Fans Forum!

Also premiering in March are two more new Sonny episodes, two new On Deck episodes, a new Wizards, a new JONAS, and the Hannah Montana season three finale.

You can read the complete episode descriptions at DC Fans.

On a related note, Meaghan Martin’s ABC Family series 10 Things I Hate About You is returning March 29th.

Aly & AJ Split with Hollywood Records

Phil of the Future fans are probably interested in the fact that Aly has broken her last official ties with Disney and have left Hollywood Records!

Hey guys…so we know it’s been quiet in the 78violet camp but we want to first off thank you for sticking with us. We have some big news and wanted to make sure you hear it first.

Now that it’s official, we can tell you we’re no longer a part of Hollywood Records. What does that mean exactly??? Now we have the freedom to take 78violet in the direction we want. We’re writing and recording new music and are really excited on what’s next.

So…what is next? As for the album we recorded for Hollywood, honestly, we don’t foresee it ever being released. But…we are continuing to write and record new songs that we hope you’ll love as much as we do.

We’re going to be taking the Aly & AJ website down in the meantime which means the current message board will be removed and the accounts you created on the site will be put on hold. Yes…major bummer. But we’ll have a new message board and a new temporary site up in a few days that will serve as our main communication with you for the time being.

As always, you can get a hold of us on Twitter or Facebook.

We love you and are excited to share the new 78violet with you. Xoxo.

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78violet

I obviously don’t know all the details, but something here just doesn’t add up. Why not release the third album with Hollywood, make a good deal of money from it, and then shop for a new record deal while riding the wave of that album? This sounds a lot like when Aly and her mom walked away from Phil of the Future for a new show with AJ that eventually never happened.

Read more and leave your comments at DC Fans.

Good Luck Charlie Update

Most will probably remember that Webmaster Greg went to a filming for Good Luck Charlie last December. At that filming, he got to see the first episode and the one they shot that day, #111 “Kit and Kaboodle.” Well, he decided once wasn’t enough and went again on February 12th. That Friday’s episode was #118, “Butt-Dialing Duncans.” We don’t want to give too much away, but we will say that Teddy and PJ get new phones which get themselves in a little bit of trouble.

You can read more about the episode and the filming at DC Fans.

You can also see the new GLC promo that’s currently airing on Disney Channel, here.

Emily Osment on Tour

Emily Osment, of Hannah Montana fame, is on tour this month to promote her EP All the Right Wrongs and upcoming full album.

March 7, 2010: House of Blues Anaheim, CA

March 20, 2010: Varsity Theater Minneapolis, MN

March 21, 2010: House of Blues Chicago, IL

March 27, 2010: Theater of Living Arts Philadelphia, PA

March 28, 2010: The Fillmore New York, NY

April 10, 2010: House of Blues Houston, TX

April 11, 2010: House of Blues Dallas, TX

May 1, 2010: House of Blues Los Angeles, CA

May 2, 2010: House of Blues San Diego, CA

Is anyone else going to see her? Let us know at DC Fans!

I still think it’s weird that Disney’s going to burn through the last of the HM season three episodes before the end of next month.

EMMY WINNER JON CRYER GUEST STARS AND LILLY MOVES IN
WITH MILEY’S FAMILY IN A NEW EPISODE OF “HANNAH MONTANA,” PREMIERING SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 ON DISNEY CHANNEL

“The Wheel Near My Bed (Keeps on Turnin’)” – When Lilly’s mom accepts a job in Atlanta, Robby invites Lilly to move into the Stewart home. But after Lilly overhears Miley complaining about their new living arrangement, she picks up and moves into her dad Kenneth’s cramped apartment, only to find his antics even more harebrained than Miley’s, in a new episode of “Hannah Montana” premiering SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel.

“Hannah Montana” stars Miley Cyrus as Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana, Emily Osment as Lilly Truscott, Mitchel Musso as Oliver Oken, Jason Earles as Jackson Stewart, Billy Ray Cyrus as Robby Stewart and Moises Arias as Rico.

Guest starring is Jon Cryer (“Two and a Half Men”) as Lilly’s dad, Kenneth Truscott.

“The Wheel Near My Bed (Keeps on Turnin’)” was written by Jay J. Demopoulos and Steven James Meyer and directed by Bob Koherr.

“Hannah Montana” carries a TV-G parental guideline.

This whole “best friend moves in” thing seems to happen a lot on Disney shows…

Save Disney Shows February 2010 Events

Save Jake Long Day – 02/11/10

Save W.I.T.C.H. Day – 02/12/10

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash – 02/15-18/10

Save Kim Possible Day – 02/20/10

Save Wizards Day – 02/26/10

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: http://help.savedisneyshows.org

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

Save Wizards of Waverly Place!

It may seem hard to believe, but Disney’s consistently highest rated and Emmy winning program the Wizards of Waverly Place is set to conclude production of it’s third and final season this March! This will bring the show to roughly 75 episodes in total.

The cast was only signed to three seasons, and star Selena Gomez has indicated in several interviews that she wishes to move on. While we certainly respect her desire to explore her options, there is no reason she can’t wait an extra year before enrolling in college or taking certain movie roles. But once Wizards ends, she can’t easily come back, so it’s only logical that the cast make the fourth season now, and then move on to other projects.

At SDS, we believe most fans want to see that fourth season happen. Not only do we love the series, but that fourth season makes the whole series more valuable by extending how long Disney can replay the series, plus it increases Disney’s options for syndication.

Whatever the reason for Disney’s decision not to renew the show, we have a much greater chance of saving the show if we act now, before production ends and the cast and crew begin other projects.

To help, visit our new save Wizards website: WizardsOfWaverlyPlace.org Thank you!

Happy Birthday Sonny!

Disney Channel’s Sonny with a Chance celebrates one year since it’s U.S. premiere this February 8th. It’s hard to imagine it’s only been once year since we first saw Demi Lovato’s awesome new series.

Today we eagerly await the premiere of season two, and we’ve just gotten some great new season two promos. Our stars haven’t changed a bit!

Season 1	Season 2

Now if only we knew when season two was coming! Radio Disney’s Jake Whetter told us that the new season would air on the 14th? Well now he says “I was wrong. LOL… as soon as I know, I’ll let you know. ” Our friend Ali recently revived the following response from Disney Channel’s press department:

We have not yet released the premiere date for season 2, but it will be
this Spring. You can go to our Medianet website
(www.disneychannelmedianet.com) for photos and info about the show.
Thanks.

Wanna take a guess as to what the air date will end up being? We have a thread for that on the SWAC Fans Forum!

The Suite Life on Deck & Hannah Montana

Production has begun in Hollywood on Disney Channel’s hit series “The Suite Life on Deck,” a comedy that delivered record ratings in its first two seasons, ranking as TV’s #1 series among Kids 6-11 and, amidst all scripted TV series, in the top two spots among Tweens 9-14 for 2009 and 2008...

Read the full article and leave your comments at DC Fans.

Production [began] Monday [01/18/10] in Hollywood on the fourth season of the global sensation “Hannah Montana,” one filled with exciting, pivotal story arcs and event episodes. The hit series’ finale episode will air in spring 2011 on Disney Channel U.S. and, shortly thereafter, on Disney Channels around the world, where the total of 101 episodes.

Read the full article and leave your comments at DC Fans.

This final season for Hannah Montana will bring the season to a proper end, so unless there is strong objection from the fans, we currently plan on letting it end without objection.

On Deck, already a spin off series, may very well end with season three much like Wizards. As we know more, we will let you know!

Nikki Reed Named VP of Original Series

Nikki Reed has been named Vice President, Original Series, overseeing live-action development for Disney Channel and Disney XD, it was announced [01/26/10] by Adam Bonnett, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Channel, to whom she will report…

Read the full article and leave your comments at the SDS Blog.

Get StarStruck February 14th

It’s confirmed! Sterling Kinght’s new DCOM StarStruck premieres on Valentines Day (02/14/09) at 8pm Eastern and Pacific on Disney Channel!

The movie also stars Brandon Mychal Smith (Sonny With A Chance) and Chelsea Staub (JONAS). So I don’t know about the rest of you, but  I’m gonna have to watch it!

Read the full article and leave your comments at DC Fans.

Well, it’s official. Production begins on Hannah Montana season four this Monday. This final season is intended to give a proper ending to the series, and bring the series to a total of 101 episodes.

The current season three is scheduled to end this March, so there will likely be a several month gap between the end of the third season and the beginning of the fourth.

Official press release follows:

PRODUCTION TO BEGIN ON THE MOMENTOUS FOURTH SEASON
OF DISNEY’S GLOBAL SENSATION, “HANNAH MONTANA”

Two-Part Season Three Cliffhanger Premieres in March

Production begins Monday in Hollywood on the fourth season of the global sensation “Hannah Montana,” one filled with exciting, pivotal story arcs and event episodes. The hit series’ finale episode will air in spring 2011 on Disney Channel U.S. and, shortly thereafter, on Disney Channels around the world, where the total of 101 episodes will continue in daily encore telecasts. Starring Miley Cyrus in the title role, the Emmy-nominated comedy has dominated the kid and tween business and impacted popular culture since its 2006 debut. Its soundtracks are among the biggest, fastest successes the pop charts have seen in years, and the series provided a springboard for the multitalented Cyrus to become an international superstar with projects spanning Disney’s television, music, radio, consumer products and film divisions, including a #1 debut movie that grossed nearly $150 million at the global box office.

(Editors please note: click here for photos, clips and screeners or visit www.disneychannelmedianet.com. Registration Required)

“’Hannah Montana’ has defined a generation of kids and tweens – not just as a television event, but as a significant moment in pop culture history. This fourth season is an expression of Miley Cyrus’ personal commitment to ensuring that ‘Hannah’ will live forever in the hearts and minds of kids everywhere,” said Gary Marsh, Chief Creative Officer and President, Entertainment, Disney Channels Worldwide.

A two-part cliffhanger, “Miley Says Goodbye?,” will conclude the current season SUNDAY, MARCH 7 and SUNDAY, MARCH 14 (7:30 p.m., ET/PT both nights) on Disney Chanel. In the episode, which will also be available on DVD from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, Miley Stewart faces the biggest decision of her life – whether to say goodbye to her life in Malibu or to listen to her heart and return to her Crowley Corners ranch and beloved horse Blue Jeans in Tennessee. Meanwhile, Jackson (played by Jason Earles) moves into his own apartment, Lilly (played by actress and recording artist Emily Osment) is contemplating what to do after her mom accepts a job in Atlanta, and Oliver (played by actor and recording artist Mitchel Musso) must decide whether to stay with his two best friends or go on the road to pursue his fledgling music career.

The fourth season, debuting on Disney Channel in summer 2010, will introduce all-new songs, music videos and sets. The storyline finds Miley Stewart questioning whether she has the best of both worlds and if she can continue with her alter-ego, Hannah Montana, or leave it all behind forever to be an ordinary girl. The season will include guest stars Ray Liotta (“Goodfellas”) and Angus T. Jones (“Two and a Half Men”), among others.

“Hannah Montana” has delivered all-time high levels in Total Viewers and has virtually matched its Season Two high ratings among Kids 6-11 and Tweens 9-14. In 2009, “Hannah Montana” was Disney Channel’s #1 series in Total Viewers and Tweens 9-14, and No. 2 in Kids 6-11. Ranking a dominant #1 in its Sunday 7:30 p.m. time period, “Hannah Montana” placed among TV’s Top 10 programs in both target kid demos in 2009.

The “Hannah Montana” brand continues to be the dominant tween juggernaut at retail, across all categories. The four hugely successful “Hannah Montana” soundtracks have sold 12 million CDs (one made history as the first TV soundtrack to debut on the Billboard Top 200 and the most recent feature film soundtrack ranks among the top albums released in 2009), as well as popular episodic compilation DVDs, a junior novel series, apparel, accessories and video games. In addition to the #1 “Hannah Montana The Movie” grossing nearly $150 million at the global box office, Miley Cyrus headlined a sold out concert tour in which she performed songs from the series, as well as songs that introduced her as a new solo recording artist. That tour also delivered a 3D concert film, “Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert,” in Disney Digital 3-D, which is the #1 concert film of all time. Miley Cyrus can next be seen headlining in Touchstone Pictures “The Last Song,” to premiere in theatres in April 2010.

I’m excited to see production resuming, but the sad thing is that Emily’s concert tour is at an end.

She really seemed to be having fun on her concert tour.

Okay, this isn’t the sort of thing I generally consider news, but it struck me, so I wanted to share it with all of you.

I went to Disneyland this past Friday, and I was excited to see the new(ly reinstalled) Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln.

“Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln” returns to Disneyland on Friday after a five-year hiatus, Walt Disney Imagineering officials confirmed.

Since its debut at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York and subsequent Disneyland residence, the “Great Moments” show has undergone repeated story makeovers and audio-animatronic updates.

After an employee preview Thursday night, visitors to the Anaheim theme park will see a fifth-generation Lincoln figure with a rebooted storyline and remastered soundtrack that revert to the 1964 original.

Source: The Los Angeles Times

Upon exiting the show (which was fantastic) the exit gallery featured great moments in American history, and the dreamers that made it possible.

For example, the most amazing achievement in the history of mankind, the moon landing

Or great inventors like the Wright Brothers, Thomas Edison, or Henry Ford.

And let’s not forget musical legends like Hannah Montana.

Yeah, that’s right. They put Miley up next to the Moon Landing and Michael Jackson.

Now, I love Milez, but seriously? Who came up with that idea? I still randomly burst into laughter just thinking about it!

Speaking of Miley, they where also promoting her new movie, The Last Song.

Which they should be doing.

I don’t know quite what it is about this episode, but “Judge Me Tender” was one of my favorite Hannah episodes of season three.

They started the episode on a good point with Lilly and Oliver surprising Hannah during the show. Their facial expressions tell the entire story!

LOL!

This was shortly followed by Mitchel Musso really impressing me.

Still, Lilly decided to play it safe and teach kids that if you really want something, use a bribe!

Meanwhile, Oliver gets sucked up into his new found celebrity. Because he’s obviously learned nothing from Miley.

This rubs Miley the wrong way. Okay, it causes Lilly to rub her the wrong way.

Looks like Lilly needs some comforting. Any volunteers?

Miley tries to give Oliver a good talking to, but he doesn’t seem to get it. Because he’s still obviously learned nothing from Miley.

The only logical thing to do now if for Hannah to destroy him on national television. Wait couldn’t they just- Never mind. This is Miley we’re talking about here. At least she comes to her senses before she destroys his future.

Of course, Lilly is still sad. “He didn’t have any ambition when I met him!”

“You think you can just show up here and she’ll come running into your arms?”

…

And this is why no one listens to Miley. LOL!

I’ve just added screencaps for last Sunday’s new Hannah Montana episode, “Can’t Get Home to You, Girl.” One of these days, you’d think Miley would learn to stop making promises she can’t keep!

Lilly was looking pretty good on the beach.

Milez wasn’t lookin’ too bad herself.

And I loved how her dad was like, “It would be wrong to use Hannah. but I wouldn’t blame you if you did it.”

Only for the fan to want a picture with him instead! I didn’t see that one coming!

“Not that kind of Hog.”

Aww, Lilly looks like a princess!

… and now, not so much.

And the crazy lady is also a huge Robbie Ray fan. Awesome.

Meanwhile, Lilly seems depressed.

… that’s a lot of seaweed.

A ha ha ha! Looks like Lilly had fun at the Laker game.

Much like Robbie Ray with his little rap at the end of the episode.

And I’m happy to announce that I’ve uploaded another Hannah Montana season three episode, “Promma Mia.”

I think I’m finally getting used to seeing Lilly and Oliver together.

Anyway, the premise of this episode is that Miley can’t get a date. And she’s getting pretty desperate.

Okay, she can’t get the date she wants, but same difference.

And accepting that it’s all over anyway, she decides to go with this guy

That is, of course, until this guy calls

And no one says no to David Archuleta. Of course, this is the one time Miley doesn’t decide to be two places at once.

So why doesn’t she just reschedule things so it could work out? Like, I dunno, have Hannah go over to explain that she needs Miley that night and then do something else special. I don’t know.

But I guess her “plan” worked out okay. She still managed to record the song with David,

and still made it to the prom.

Here’s a bonus picture of Lilly.

And Rico and Jackson in the future.

Originally titled “Sugar, No Sugar,” this episode deals with Oliver’s diabetes. But before we learn about that, they did this whole strange thing where Miley and Lilly think Oliver and the School Nurse are dating.

…which I think was totally unnecessary.

Anyway, Miley feels awkward around him once she learns his secret, and decides to invite him to a Hannah Party.

A very sweet 16 indeed. Where the only logical solution is to eat everything that’s not nailed down.

Or they could just shove it down their shirts. LOL

Oliver eventually figures out what his friends are doing, and sets them straight.

Meanwhile, Jackson dated a smart girl and got dumped.

Also of note, Amber and Ashley where in this episode.

And just because I can, here’s a cute picture of Lilly that I liked.