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Save Disney Shows May 2012 Events

Save Chloe King Day 05/09/12

Save I’m in the Band Day 05/15/12

Kim Possible Legacy Day 05/21/12

Save Lilo and Stitch Weekend Bash 05/25-28/12

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 May Highlights

The month of May features the return of Good Luck Charlie (more on that later) plus new episodes of Austin & Ally, Jessie, Phineas and Ferb, and Shake It Up! However, So Random has already ended it’s season run and there are no new episodes of A.N.T. Farm and Fish Hooks planned for this month either.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Good Luck Charlie Season Three Premiere

Good Luck Charlie season three kicks off on Sunday May 6th with two back to back episodes.

In the premiere episode, Amy Duncan, now in her third trimester, decides it’s time for her expanding family to move into a bigger house. Immediately following the premiere, in an all new episode, Gabe thinks he is being sent to a boarding school, PJ has a hard time letting go of his old hair salon, and everyone at school thinks Teddy is a jinx on Spencer.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

New Series: Dog with a Blog

Disney Channel has officially picked up the series “Dog with a Blog” staring G. Hannelius for a full season order. Production begins this Summer for a premiere in the Fall. A talking dog series seems a little out there, but we’ve been surprised before.

A family sitcom from the pet’s point-of-view, it centers on step-siblings whose parents buy them a dog to encourage them to get along. That happens – to some extent – as brother and sister discover a big secret about their family’s latest addition… that the dog can talk AND blog. The series will introduce a talented cast, among them, Disney Channel’s next big star: a four year-old, mixed breed named Kuma in the role of Stan, the talking dog with a blog. 

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

New Disney Pilot: Bits & Pieces

Disney has ordered a new pilot called Bits & Pieces which sounds a lot like a redo of Life with Derek. Derek was a very well done show, but it wasn’t actually produced by Disney so it would be interesting to see Disney’s direct take on the idea if the pilot ends up being picked up for a full series order.

In the story, the family tree gets a whole lot bigger when high school basketball coach Pete marries the school psychologist Jodie, much to the chagrin of their four kids. Willful teenager Alanna recounts all the family moments through comedic vignettes, while her awkward brother Sticky and their new step siblings Crystal and Brody help fill in the bits and pieces as they begin their journey together as a new family.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Rich Ross Resigns!

Rich Ross was the president of the Disney Channel when Kim Possible was cancelled and SDS was founded. In 2009 Bob Iger fired Walt Disney Studios head Dick Cook and promoted Ross to the position. Ross continued in that post until last month when he was forced to resign in the wake of the John Carter debacle (and more importantly Ross’s mishandling of the spin). A replacement has yet to be named.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Disney Channel’s Executive Promotions

In related news, Richard Loomis has been promoted to the newly created position of Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Disney Channels Worldwide. Mr Loomis had joined DC back in 2007 and has been leading their marketing efforts ever since.

Karen K. Miller has also been promoted to Executive Director, Worldwide Programming Strategy, which puts her in a very prominent position as far as the future direction of the channel.

Read more about both promotions on the DC Fans Blog.

Phineas & Ferb to Replace Kim Possible at Epcot

This is disappointing, but not really unexpected. Instead of standing with the franchise, Disney just casts KP to the sidelines in favor of capitalizing on Phineas and Ferb for a short while instead.

[The]“Kim Possible” interactive game at Epcot will be replaced with Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure … As the Orlando Sentinel reports, visitors will become secret agents to help the “Phineas & Ferb” character defeat his archenemy Dr. Doofenshmirtz. Families with kids that adore the series will probably enjoy an afternoon helping the platypus out.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Brenda Song in a new Pilot for NBC

Disney starlet Brenda Song recently filmed a new pilot titled “Table For Three” for NBC! Our own Webmaster Greg was at the taping for the pilot, and he assures us that the show was phenomenal and we hope that it gets picked up for a full season run.

Logline: Revolves around a young woman who returns home from overseas to find her father in a serious relationship with the “mean girl” from her high school.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Tiffany Thornton and Friends at the Roxy in LA

So Random’s Tiffany Thornton hosted a special concert at the Roxy in LA on April 22nd 2012 featuring Trevor Jackson (from the upcoming DCOM Let It Shine), Savvy and Mandy, Pop! Fiction, Savannah Outen, 5-L (featuring Booboo Stewart from Twilight and his sister Fivel), and of course Tiffany herself. Also in attendance at the event were several of her So Random cast mates: Matthew Scott Montgomery, Audrey Whitby, and Allisyn Ashley Arm plus Tiffany’s good friend Cassie Scerbo from ABC Family’s Make It or Break It. Webmaster Greg was in attendance and provided a detailed write up of the event including photos and many videos from the show.

Get the full scoop on the DC Fans Blog.

A little bit of corporate news regarding Disney Channel’s executive structure. Richard Loomis joined DC back in 2007 and was in charge of marketing. In his new role he’s still in charge of marketing… but he has a fancy new title (and I would presume a pay bump).

In related news, Karen K. Miller has also been promoted to Executive Director, Worldwide Programming Strategy which puts her in a very prominent position as far as the future direction of the channel.

So yeah… I guess that’s it. The full press releases follow.

RICHARD LOOMIS PROMOTED TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER, DISNEY CHANNELS WORLDWIDE

Richard Loomis has been promoted to the newly created position of Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Disney Channels Worldwide, it was announced today by Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer, Disney Channels Worldwide, to whom Loomis reports. Loomis joined Disney in 2007 and most recently was the group’s Senior Vice President, Marketing and Creative. His role now expands further with the successful Disney Channels Worldwide portfolio, comprised of the kids TV ratings leader Disney Channel, the skyrocketing Disney XD channel, the fast growing programming block plus newly launched 24-hour channel, Disney Junior.

Loomis is responsible for guiding the creative marketing vision for the kid-focused, family inclusive Disney Channel, Disney XD and Disney Junior channels and brands around the world. He also oversees creative marketing support for the Disney Media Sales and Marketing team and works closely with Programming, Global Brand Marketing and Franchise Management as well as the Affiliate Sales and Marketing and Research groups, and the Radio Disney national network and its over 30 owned radio stations. In addition to overseeing the Channel Marketing teams for each brand, Loomis manages the Off Air design, Marketing Strategy and Analytics and Marketing Operations functions.

Marsh said, “With unmatched creativity, knowledge and expertise, Richard has played a pivotal role in branding the creative expressions of Disney Channel, Disney XD, and Disney Junior across the globe. Along the way, he has built a matrix of successful partnerships. This is a well-earned acknowledgement of not only the contributions he’s made to our TV and Radio platforms, but the expanding responsibilities he’s now taking on.”

Under Loomis’ leadership, the Disney Channel Marketing and Creative team received numerous PromaxBDA Awards, CTAM Mark Awards and Telly Awards for network packaging, marketing campaigns and interstitial series that air on the various Disney platforms.

Prior to joining Disney Channel, Loomis was Senior Vice President, Marketing and Brand Strategy for MTV Networks’ Comedy Central from 2004-06, a role he was promoted to after serving as Vice President, Marketing and Advertising from 2000-04. He spent the previous seven years at Nickelodeon, most recently as Vice President, Marketing and Advertising.

Loomis’ agency experience includes Account Supervisor roles at Backer Spielvogel Bates, and McCaffrey & McCall Advertising in New York. He began his career as a Media Planner at Grant/Jacoby Advertising in Chicago.

A native of Ontario, New York, Loomis is a graduate of The College of Wooster where he earned a Bachelors of Arts degree in International Relations and Business. He is a member of Promax, BDA and CTAM.

Disney Channels Worldwide is a portfolio of over 100 kid-driven, family inclusive entertainment channels and/or channel feeds available in 169 countries in 35 languages, spanning Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, Disney Cinemagic, Hungama and Radio Disney brands. Through cable, satellite and digital terrestrial television channels and a strategic partnership with Disney-ABC-ESPN Television for the third-party distribution of Disney-branded kids’ programming across the globe, Disney Channels Worldwide reaches hundreds of millions of viewers. Disney Channel properties continue to rapidly expand into new markets across the world, playing a key role in introducing the Disney brand to new consumers.

KAREN K. MILLER PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WORLDWIDE PROGRAMMING STRATEGY, ACQUISITIONS AND CO-PRODUCTIONS, DISNEY CHANNELS WORLDWIDE

BURBANK, April 4, 2012 . . . Karen K. Miller has been promoted to Executive Director, Worldwide Programming Strategy, Acquisitions and Co-Productions, Disney Channels Worldwide. Miller, who works across the owned Disney Channel, Disney XD and Disney Junior channels around the world, reports to Paul DeBenedittis, Senior Vice President, Programming, Scheduling, Multi-Platform, Acquisitions & Co-Productions, Disney Channels Worldwide.

Miller joined Disney Channel in 2011 as Director, Acquisitions and Co-Productions.

In making this announcement, DeBenedittis said: “Karen is a true programmer and global partner, with a great eye for content and a drive for strategy.”

In her new role, Miller is responsible for directing the development of overall scheduling strategies to ensure regional and local programming plans are consistent with global priorities. She also oversees the global acquisitions process, sourcing live action and animated series and movies on a worldwide basis for Disney Channel, Disney XD and Disney Junior. In addition Miller steers co-production opportunities, from creative development and production, for Disney Channels Worldwide, and is Disney Channels’ lead representative at annual TV and entertainment markets.

Prior to Disney Channel, Miller worked in development, production and distribution for Atlantyca Entertainment and was Animation Associate Producer on the 20th Century Fox feature film, “The Simpsons Movie.” She spent the previous 18 years at Warner Bros., last serving as Vice President of Property Acquisitions for Consumer Products.

Born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Miller graduated from California State University, Northridge, with a degree in Cinema and Television Arts. She is based in Burbank, California, at the headquarters of Disney Channels Worldwide.

Disney Channels Worldwide is a portfolio of over 100 kid-driven, family inclusive entertainment channels and/or channel feeds available in 169 countries in 35 languages, spanning Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, Disney Cinemagic, Hungama and Radio Disney brands. Through cable, satellite and digital terrestrial television channels and a strategic partnership with Disney-ABC-ESPN Television for the third-party distribution of Disney-branded kids’ programming across the globe, Disney Channels Worldwide reaches hundreds of millions of viewers. Disney Channel properties continue to rapidly expand into new markets across the world, playing a key role in introducing the Disney brand to new consumers.

Well… as the world’s biggest Kim Possible fan (and that’s not like the Selena’s my wife thing, I really mean that) this really bothers me. Although the fact that it’s going to be replaced with Phineas & Ferb does soften the blow a little. A little.

To the delight of kids and probably some parents planning a vacation to the Disney World resort in Orlando, Fla., the recent announcement on the official Disney blog that old “Kim Possible” interactive game at Epcot will be replaced with Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure adds one more thing on the to-do list. As the Orlando Sentinel reports, visitors will become secret agents to help the “Phineas & Ferb” character defeat his archenemy Dr. Doofenshmirtz. Families with kids that adore the series will probably enjoy an afternoon helping the platypus out.

Why the change?

As InsidetheMagic.net reports, the change was pretty much necessitated by the fact “Kim Possible” had not been on the air for a while. For Disney, capitalizing on the popularity of a current show like “Phineas & Ferb” is a great way to get kids excited to explore World Showcase, which can be a chore for any parent.

Where do you sign up to play?

While specifics have not really been laid down yet, if the current game is replaced with the new one the Disney website states Innoventions, the Odyssey Bridge, the entrance to World Showcase and several other kiosks were equipped for Kim Possible, which means they could be easily converted for Agent P.

How much does the game cost to play?

The Disney website indicates the game is included with park admission; however, players should be prepared to leave credit card information for the secret agent device that players are issued to experience the interactive elements of the game.

Is the game for everyone?

As anyone who has played the “Kim Possible” game through can probably attest, visitors looking to buzz through World Showcase should probably avoid the game as some exploration and backtracking is usually required. But players can move at their leisure and play the game at their own pace, which makes it great for younger players. So while not for everyone, the game can provide a nice experience for helping kids look forward to World Showcase a little bit more.

Are there any other interactive games available at Disney World?

The new Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom interactive game was unveiled earlier this year at the Magic Kingdom theme park, as reported by ARGN.com. In that game, which is also included with park admission, players are issued collectible trading cards with spells that aid in the quest to keep the Magic Kingdom safe from a host of Disney villains.

Jason Gallagher is a former travel professional with a decade of experience in the industry. He remains an avid traveler and hotel fan with exposure to technology and trends in properties across the United States.

- Yahoo News

Greetings from Epcot!

All the would-be secret agents out there will find a great new interactive experience at Epcot this year.
Coming this summer, Disney Phineas & Ferb: Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure is based on the wily secret-agent alter-ego of Perry the Platypus – faithful pet to the title characters from Disney’s animated series “Phineas & Ferb.” Although just a simple pet to Phineas and Ferb, Perry turns into Agent P in each episode to help stop the misguided plans of his nemesis, Dr. Doofenshmirtz.

Epcot guests will transform into secret agents to help Agent P thwart some of Dr. Doofenshmirtz’s most daring plots. Agents will use a “high-tech secret agent device” to receive clues for each case. Solving the clues will take agents to different places throughout seven World Showcase countries at Epcot – Mexico Pavilion, France Pavilion, Germany Pavilion, Norway Pavilion, Japan Pavilion, China Pavilion and the United Kingdom Pavilion. Agents will scour each country for clues, evil “Inators,” and – with a little bit of luck – help Agent P defeat Dr. Doofenshmirtz.

Everyone ready to don their fedoras and help Agent P? I can’t wait!

Disney Phineas & Ferb: Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure will arrive at Epcot and the current Disney Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure will close in summer.

-Disney Parks Blog

Save Disney Shows April 2012 Events

Kim Possible Legacy Day 04/06/12

Save Chloe King Day 04/09/12

Save Lilo and Stitch Weekend Bash 04/13-16/12

Save Jake Long Day 04/27/12

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 April Highlights

This looks like a two of everything kind of month with A.N.T. Farm, Austin & Ally, Fish Hooks, Jessie, Phineas and Ferb, Shake It Up!, and even a special episode of Lab Rats.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

2012 Upcoming Disney Channel Projects

There are some very interesting new DC projects in two works. Some of which we’ve discussed before, and others that are being announced for the first time this past month at Disney’s annual upfront presentation to potential advertisers in NYC.

The new projects for Disney Channel include:

• Wander Over Yonder an animated comedy series about best friends and epic enemies.
• Teen Beach Musical a new summer themed musical DCOM.
• Girl vs. Monster a Halloween DCOM staring Olivia Holt.
• Code 9 an “unscripted” practical joke show.
• Let It Shine a music-filled DCOM inspired by Cyrano de Bergerac.
• Gravity Falls a new animated series from the FishHooks crew.

Plus other new projects for Disney XD and numerous returning projects including Good Luck Charlie.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Jessie Renewed for a Second Season!

Good news for Debby Ryan fans! Disney has renewed Jessie for a second season and ordered a DCOM as well!

Disney Channel has ordered a second season of its hit series “Jessie” and has also ordered a movie script based on it for its Disney Channel Original Movie franchise, it was announced today by Adam Bonnett, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog, and be sure to check out our Jessie Fansite as well.

Nine Lives of Chloe King Update

Chloe King fans, lets keep up the good work! Save #TNLOCK Day is April 9 and we’re trending #NineLivesofChloeKing on Saturday April 7 at 9AM & 9PM PDT.

It’s critically import we do as much as possible to push ABC Family to continue with the movie project. Use our update email program at SDSmail.org and the SDS How to Help section to contact ABC Family executives and learn more about how you can help on the SDS Save Nine Lives page and on our partner website Chloe King Source.

Ashley Tisdale To Star In CBS Comedy Pilot

Well, this is an interesting bit of news regarding the lovely Miss Ashley Tisdale that I thought might be of interest to many of you.

High School Musical alumna Ashley Tisdale has been cast as a lead in CBS’ untitled Louis CK/Spike Feresten multicamera comedy pilot, an ensemble of young people trying to achieve their creative dreams in these tough financial times. Tisdale will play Petra, the beautiful and sarcastic assistant to a vintage clothing designer struggling to carve out her niche in New York.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

A few pics of the lovely Debby Ryan at the Disney Channel Worldwide Kids Upfront Presentations in New York City, March 13th 2012.

She is quite stunning in blue.

In a related story, Jessie has been renewed for a second season, and disney has ordered a DCOM of the series as well!

Here’s the full press release:

“JESSIE,” THE #1 COMEDY AMONG KIDS AND TWEENS HAS ORDER FOR SECOND SEASON, INSPIRES A DISNEY CHANNEL ORIGINAL MOVIE

Disney Channel has ordered a second season of its hit series “Jessie” and has also ordered a movie script based on it for its Disney Channel Original Movie franchise, it was announced today by Adam Bonnett, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide. The series, starring fan-favorite Debby Ryan, ranks #1 among Kids 2-11, Kids 6-11 and Tweens 9-14. Its executive producer and creator Pamela Eells O’Connell and co-executive producer Adam Lapidus are developing the movie as well. In addition to Ryan, the series stars: Kevin Chamberlin, Peyton List, Karan Brar, Cameron Boyce and Skai Jackson.

In 2012 to date, “Jessie” is TV’s #1 series in Kids 2-11 (3.014 million/7.3 rating), Kids 6-11 (2.536 million/10.3 rating) and Tweens 9-14 (2.122 million/8.8 rating). [Source: NTI, 12/26/11-3/4/12, U.S. ratings, most current, trackage data with minimum 3 telecasts].

In the series, Jessie is nanny to the Ross Family and, while Jessie’s first year in New York City has been full of opportunity and excitement, she has learned how much she relies on the support and advice of the kids in her care — 13-year-old Emma, the biological child of the bunch, 10-year-old Indian adoptee Ravi, 12-year-old American adoptee Luke and seven-year-old African adoptee Zuri. Also helping Jessie navigate her big city adventure is Bertram, the family’s beloved, yet frosty butler, and Tony, the building’s 20-year-old doorman. From paint ball fights, to school plays, to winning over rival nannies, Jessie and the Ross Family embrace the highs and lows of young adulthood together.

This month, Disney Consumer Products debuted the D-Signed Jessie Prescott Collection, a line of tween apparel inspired by the Jessie character. Exclusively available at Target, the collection includes spring dresses, layered skirts and embellished tees that embody the character’s style with a mix of sophistication and youthful design for a fun, polished look.

New episodes of “Jessie” air Fridays at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT on Disney Channel. The series is a production of It’s A Laugh Productions, Inc. It carries a TV-G parental guideline.

Disney Channel is a 24-hour kid-driven, family inclusive television network that taps into the world of kids and families through original series and movies. Currently available on basic cable in over 99 million U.S. homes and to millions of other viewers on Disney Channels around the world, Disney Channel is part of the Disney/ABC Television Group.

Debby sure has good reason to smile.

You’ll find the fullsize in the gallery as always. Just click any pic of Debby above.

Save Disney Shows March 2012 Events

Save Chloe King Day 03/09/12

Save Jake Long Day 03/15/12

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash 03/16-19/12

Save I’m in the Band Day 03/30/12

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 March Highlights

No new Jessie or Good Luck Charlie episodes this month! In fact, not a lot of new anything this month besides Austin & Ally…

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Disney First Quarter Profit Climbs 12%

Well, looks like the Parks division and Media Networks division saw good growth in the past quarter.

Walt Disney Co.’s (DIS) fiscal first-quarter profit rose a stronger-than-expected 12% as the company’s theme-park division benefited from higher spending and attendance. … Revenue from Disney’s television and theme-park businesses continued to drive its top-line growth over the past year, though the contribution from cable-TV juggernaut ESPN suffered in the latest quarter …

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Save the Nine Lives of Chloe King

Dan Berendsen (executive producer & head writer) tells us:
“Right now the network hasn’t committed to anything past a [movie] script, but I know they love the show and are very hopeful they can make this work”

This is why it’s critical for all Chloe King fans to continue to do as much as possible to push ABC Family to continue with the movie project. In support of this goal, we have updated our email program at SDSmail.org and the SDS How to Help section with many more ABC Family contacts including Michael Riley- the President of ABC Family Channel.

Learn more about how you can help on the SDS Save Nine Lives page and on our partner website Chloe King Source.

Platypus Day 2012

It’s good to see Disney paying at least some attention to animation again. It’s a start.

Disney’s hugely popular duck-billed, beaver-tailed, teal-colored character Perry the Platypus, as seen on “Phineas and Ferb,” the #1 animated series for kids and tweens, will be the main attraction on Platypus Day, SATURDAY, MARCH 3. The celebration includes the introduction of “The Platypus Walk,” a catchy spy-surf-rock song and dance designed to encourage fun physical activity as part of Disney’s commitment to inspire kids and families to lead active lifestyles.

Find all the details and how to enter on the DC Fans Blog.

Nick star Jennette McCurdy shows her support for SDS

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It seems like we’re always recanting some recent adventure of our Webmaster Greg in LA, but he really stepped up his game last month! You see, Jennette McCurdy of Nickelodeon’s hit series iCarly did a special charity event in Beverly Hills and Greg was there not only to meet her, but to give her a Save Disney Shows bracelet. Her reaction was… well… about what you would expect for a Nick star! But it was quite nice of her to hold it up for the live webcast of Greg’s friend Brian of McCurdian.com. And of course, she made sure to say that she would mention it to her many friends on Disney. =]

You’ll find a lot more about Jennette’s event, plus an archive of that original video feed over on the Nick Girls Blog.

This concludes this email news alert. Thanks for reading from all of us at Save Disney Shows.

Well, looks like the Parks division and Media Networks division saw good growth in the past quarter.

Walt Disney Co.’s (DIS) fiscal first-quarter profit rose a stronger-than-expected 12% as the company’s theme-park division benefited from higher spending and attendance.

Shares slid 2% to $40.16 after hours as revenue missed expectations. In March, the stock hit its highest level ever at $44.34.

Revenue from Disney’s television and theme-park businesses continued to drive its top-line growth over the past year, though the contribution from cable-TV juggernaut ESPN suffered in the latest quarter from a basketball strike and the late timing of two college football championships.

Studio-entertainment revenue faltered in the latest quarter as strong sales from the “The Lion King” franchise failed to match the revenue generated from DVD and Blu-ray sales of “Toy Story 3″ a year earlier.

More recently, the company last month moved to expand its international footprint by agreeing to take a controlling interest in UTV Software Communications Ltd. (532619.BY), one of India’s largest media and entertainment providers. The deal positioned Disney’s India unit as one of the country’s largest broadcasters and film studios, producing and distributing at least 20 titles a year.

For the quarter ended Dec. 31, Disney reported a profit of $1.46 billion, or 80 cents a share, up from $1.3 billion, or 68 cents a share, a year earlier. Revenue edged up 0.6% to $10.78 billion.

Analysts polled by Thomson Reuters were expecting a profit of 71 cents a share on revenue of $11.18 billion.

Revenue from the company’s media networks–Disney’s biggest top-line contributor–rose 2.9%, while profit increased 12%. Its parks-and-resorts business generated 10% more revenue, on higher attendance at domestic properties as well as the Disney Cruise Line, pushing profit up 18%.

Revenue from the studio-entertainment business fell 16%, though earnings still climbed 10%.

-By Drew FitzGerald, Dow Jones Newswires; 212-416-2909; Andrew.FitzGerald@dowjones.com

Save Disney Shows February 2012 Events

Save Chloe King Day 02/09/12

Save I’m in the Band Day 02/10/12*

Save Lilo & Stitch Weekend Bash 02/17-20/12

Kim Possible Legacy Day 02/22/12

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.

* Chloe King fans, you might also want to check out the Chloe King Source blog with more resources and fan suggestions on how to save the show. There is a distinct possibility of a Chloe King TV movie if ABC Family gets enough pressure to pick up the script.

So Random Not Yet Renewed…

Let’s get one thing clear, So Random has NOT been cancelled. However, Disney has not yet renewed the show either. They will have to make that decision in the next couple weeks, and Save Disney Shows wants to make sure that they make the right decision.

Please take five minutes this week to Send an Email and Make a Phone Call.

The future of So Random could very well depend on you!

Disney Channel February Highlights

February looks like a fairly busy month at DC. We’re looking forward to two to three episodes each of A.N.T. Farm, Austin & All, Fish Hooks, Jessie (Series), Phineas and Ferb, Shake It Up!, and So Random. Be sure to catch China Anne Mc Clain guest staring on So Random this Sunday, February 12th.

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

Sean Cocchia Promoted at Disney Channel

Following Gary Marsh’s recent promotion, it seems logical that Sean Cocchia would be moving up a step as well. Together Marsh and Cocchia have played a major role in shaping the direction of the channel for the past few years.

Sean Cocchia has been promoted to the new role of Senior Vice President, Business Operations and General Manager, Disney Channels Worldwide,… Cocchia has been with Disney since 1998 and was most recently Senior Vice President and General Manager, Radio Disney. Marsh said, “Sean is a brilliant strategist and a strong manager, with an incredible perspective on our global businesses. He will be an invaluable partner as we build DCWW for the future.”

Read more on the DC Fans Blog.

New DCOM Radio Rebel Premieres This Month

Debby Ryan’s new DCOM premieres later this month.

Fan favorite Debby Ryan (“Jessie”) stars as a teen who secretly breaks free from her painfully shy self and into the persona of a bold podcast host who rocks her Seattle high school with music and the message to ‘be yourself,’ in “Radio Rebel,” a Disney Channel Original Movie based on the novel Shrinking Violet, premiering FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 (8:00 p.m., ET/PT).

Be sure to check out the Debby Ryan Forum for more about Debby and read more about the movie on the DC Fans Blog.

Anna Maria Perez de Tagle Goes Broadway!

Actress Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, of Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana and Camp Rock, is currently performing as a featured soloist in the musical Godspell on Broadway! Anna sings the song “Day By Day” in the production and will appear live after the show as part of their Tuesday Night Talkback Series on February 28. And Save Disney Shows is giving away two FREE tickets to the show! Due to technical difficulties with our server, we’ve extended the contest entry period until this coming Sunday 2/11/12.

Find all the details and how to enter on the DC Fans Blog.

Visit our New ABC Blog!

Apparently Webmaster Greg doesn’t have enough to do already, because he’s started a new website about the ABC Broadcast network and ABC Family Channel. We think he just has a crush on Lucy Hale, but it looks like a fun site all the same.

Check it out at MyABCGirls.com.

Disney Channel Desktop Wallpapers

W.I.T.C.H. Forum Co-Admin Yasmine has been working on a new project that we wanted to take a moment share with you. In association with DC Fans we’re now offering a special collection of original wallpapers for both wide screen and standard computer desktops plus a special iPhone and tablet optimized version. We’ve released a set of Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez wallpapers so far with more on the way.

You’ll find all current and future releases in the DC Fans Wallpaper Section.

Kimvention Cancelled

Last night Donald Speirs (Chairman & CEO,
Kimvention 2012, Inc.) announced that due to low ticket sales Kimvention 2012 has been cancelled.

Lots of people over the last six months said they wanted to attend. Even pledged they would buy tickets once they went on sale. But I guess they wanted to attend something other than what I offered. When we opened the event sales a couple of weeks ago, almost no one purchased tickets.

The entire Save Disney Shows team would like to take a moment to thank Mr. Speirs and the entire Kimvention team for their efforts to organize this event and keep KP’s memory alive. Please take a moment to read the full letter at the Kimvention 2012 website and please consider making a donation to St Judes in honor of Gary Sperling.

It is possible that some sort of smaller event may take place with certain members of the crew. We will keep you updated if and when we know more.

Selena Gomez’s UNICEF Benefit Concert

On January 20th Wizards of Waverly Place star Selena Gomez held her second annual UNICEF benefit concert at the House of Blues Sunset Strip in Hollywood CA. Never one to miss out on a chance to see Selena, our very own Webmaster Greg was there in attendance. Along with special guests Big Time Rush, Selena put on quite a show in this unique acoustic performance.

You’ll find a few photos and a lot of video from the event over on the DC Fans Blog.

So I’m sure I’m not the only one that’s been wondering what 21 year old Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, of Disney’s Hannah Montana and Camp Rock, is currently up to.

Well, Anna is actually performing as a featured soloist in the musical Godspell on Broadway!

Anna sings the hit song “Day By Day” in the production and in the new Godspell cast album that was just released on iTunes this past Tuesday.

In addition, on February 28, Anna will appear live after the show as part of their Tuesday Night Talkback Series. She will discuss her journey with Godspell, and hold a Q&A with audience members.

And even better, Save Disney Shows is giving away two FREE tickets to the show! Just tweet @savedisney with why we should pick you and be sure to include the hashtag #godspellsds A winner will be chosen Sunday (2/12/12) night at or around 10PM PST. For more info on Tuesday Night Talkbacks you should visit the Godspell News section.