Disney has just posted a press release about the new “Wizards on Deck with Hannah Montana” event - a tripple episode crossover of “Wizards of Waverly Place”, “The Suite Life on Deck” and “Hannah Montana”, much like the previous “That’s So Suite Life of Hannah Montana.” Not only will the special event feature the lead characters of the three shows stumbling to each other, but also feature the secondary cast such as Jennifer Stone, Brenda Song, Jake T. Austin and more (unlike last time). It seems Disney is actually paying attention to the fans and learning from their mistakes The crossover event will premiere on July 17 for a 90-minute telecast at 8/7c.
“Cast-Away (To Another Show)” is the first half hour. Justin is excited to meet London Tipton when he wins the essay contest prize, a cruise on the SS Tipton. Alex and Max get to go aboard too, where Alex bonds with new BFF Bailey, but soon gets in hot water when she uses magic to bring Harper aboard. Max and Zack compete in a series of outrageous challenges.
In “Double-Crossed”, Hannah Montana boards the SS Tipton on her way to a concert performance in Honolulu. To impress Bailey, Cody enlists Woody to help him get tickets. Meanwhile, the Russos use a little magic to spice up their vacation - Alex pulls a prank on Justin, for which Mr. Moseby blames Zack, while Max introduces London to a magical suitcase.
The last segment is titled “Super(stitious) Girl”. While on the ship deck, Miley loses the charm ankle bracelet that her mother gave her and, when things start to go wrong, she is sure it’s because she lost her lucky charm. Cody tells Bailey that he has a close friendship with Hannah and promises great seats to her concert.
DisneyChannel.com will conduct a scavenger hunt sweepstakes to coincide with the program. Participants will be required to tune in to Disney Channel every night from July 12 to July 17 at 8/7c and answer the questions correctly to win the grand prize (Miley Stewart’s charm ankle bracelet, an SS Tipton life preserver signed by the stars and wands from “Wizards”).
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 athttp://sdsmail.org
New SDS Fund Raising Drive
Once again, it’s time for us to turn to our members for help with fund raising. We need to raise $150 over the next six weeks in order to renew a slew of our domain names. Please visit our SDS Fund Raising page to see the list of domains and to make your donation. We know times are tough, but please give what you can, we can’t make this work your help.
D23 Society and Expo
D23, launched earlier this year, is the Official Community for Disney Fans.
The name “D23″ pays homage to the wonder and excitement that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his fledgling studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official community for fans in Disney’s 85-year history. D23 gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication Disney twenty-three; a rich website at www.disney.com/D23; a new collectibles line, The Walt Disney Archives Collection; and special events for D23 members throughout the year, highlighted by the D23 EXPO in Anaheim, California, September 10-13, 2009.
The D23 EXPO will give Disney fan unprecedented access to never-before-seen movies, TV shows, park experiences, collectibles and more from Sept. 10 to Sept. 13 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Tickets to the Expo are now available at http://www.D23Expo.com. Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 EXPO and can be purchased for single days or for the full four days of festivities. Admission is discounted for members of D23.
The D23 EXPO spotlight will also shine on Disney Channel’s brightest stars in a can’t miss-special event.
If you are a D23 member, or are planning to attend the expo, please let me know by completing this form at SDS, or by replying to this post.
SDS Webmaster Greg will be in Anaheim and will be coordinating possible meetings for those involved in our movements!
Official Princess and the Frog Trailer
Well, the time has come. We have the first official trailer for The Princess and the Frog. Originally called The Frog Princess, this film is the first Disney 2D animated feature film since Michael Eisner announced the art form dead back in 2004. That move was a slap in the face to the then soon to retire Roy Disney. Fortunately, Robert Iger reversed Eisner’s decision when he became CEO, and this December The Princess and the Frog returns the company to it’s roots. Please click here to view the video on the SDS Blog.
Disney Channel Stars Ahoy!
It looks like the Disney Cruise Line has decided to leverage the popularity of The Suite Life on Deck and the Disney Channel in general to drum up some extra business this summer. You can see the list of stars that will be on the cruise line here on the SDS Blog.
I just ran across these few snapshots from Jennifer Stone’s Sweet Sixteen back on February 7th 2009. Now, as most of you know, I’m no fan of Jenn but seeing as how Selena Gomez, Debby Ryan, and Alyson Stoner where there (among others) I figured these where worth posting.
So… I’m slowly getting into Twitter. I’m still skeptical about the idea of writing my own tweets (Do I do anything interesting? LOL) but I’m finding it a valuable tool to follow what others are doing.
I mean, I didn’t know Demi was preforming in Peru.
Or that there is a Chuck Norris Pez dispenser (Demi is a fan, clearly).
I also didn’t know that Debby Ryan and Jennifer Stone knew each other. Let along do stuff together.
And while I’m at it, Here’s Debby with a traffic cone she (okay, her driver) ran over.
Ashley Tisdale took a picture with Davey Morris from @92profm in Providence, RI on her publicity tour.
Oh, and Aly & AJ where at some party. Those girls are cryptic. And have a bad case of red eye. LOL
It looks like the Disney Cruise Line has decided to leverage the popularity of The Suite Life on Deck and the Disney channel in general to drum up some extra business this summer.
Press release from Disney Cruise Line:
In a Disney exclusive, numerous Disney Channel stars will set sail this summer, joining thousands of Disney Cruise Line guests aboard the Disney Wonder for eight special sailings during the first-ever “Disney Channel Summer at Sea,” presented by Kodak.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Disney Channel and offer guests on our ship a unique opportunity to sail with Disney Channel stars,” said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz. “A cruise vacation with Disney Cruise Line is always a family-favorite and ‘Disney Channel Summer at Sea’ provides families another reason to set sail and experience the Disney difference.”
Popular stars from Disney Channel shows like “Hannah Montana,” “Sonny With A Chance,” “Wizards of Waverly Place,” “The Suite Life on Deck,” “JONAS,” “Camp Rock,” “High School Musical” and “Hatching Pete” will sail with guests on three- and four-night Bahamian cruises taking place July 9 through August 2. During these themed sailings, Disney Channel stars will help pump up the volume during onboard deck parties and will join guests for Q & A and autograph sessions along with preview screenings of Disney Channel programming. The onboard fun culminates with a “Party with the Stars” event, an evening where guests can join the stars for a special live musical performance. As an added treat, Radio Disney will broadcast live from the ship during two of the cruises.
Aligning with Kodak’s “It’s Time to Smile” campaign, all Disney fans will be able to share in the ship-to-shore fun online. Select video-blog reporters onboard the ship will capture their magical vacation memories on a ‘KODAK Zi6 Pocket Video Camera’ and post video from their voyages at www.disneycruise.com/summeratsea.
“At Kodak, we’re all about relationships. We bring people together through images and are thrilled to work with the Disney Channel to help Disney fans share their magical vacation memories,” said Kodak Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President Jeffrey Hayzlett.
Each cruise during “Disney Channel Summer at Sea” will include multiple Disney Channel stars. Among those scheduled to sail include Tiffany Thornton from “Sonny With A Chance” (July 9 & 12), Nicole Anderson “JONAS”, Jason Earles from “Hannah Montana” (July 16 & 19), Mitchel Musso from “Hannah Montana” (July 19), Jason Dolley from “Hatching Pete” (July 23 & 26), Debby Ryan from “The Suite Life on Deck” (July 30) and Alyson Stoner from “Camp Rock” (Aug. 2). More stars will be announced shortly, guests can visit www.disneycruise.com/summeratsea frequently for up-to-date information on the line-up of stars sailing. (Talent is subject to change without notice.)
“Disney Channel Summer at Sea” adds to the family-friendly fun found onboard a Disney ship. Disney Cruise Line provides a vacation experience that every member of the family feels was created just for them. Families enjoy award-winning Broadway-style entertainment at the Walt Disney Theatre, play together at high-energy deck parties featuring the only fireworks display at sea and dine in three uniquely themed restaurants. Kids delight in their own dedicated spaces and become immersed in Disney stories with their favorite characters and hosted by specially trained youth counselors. While the kids are at play, parents can slip away and relax at the spa, soak up rays at the adult-only pool, dance the night away in the clubs, or enjoy an exquisite Northern Italian meal at Palo.
