The Fabulous and Busy Life of Ashley Tisdale!

Ashley Tisdale is currently starring on the CW series “Hellcats” that just finished filming its first season in Vancouver. The Los Angeles-based actress can also be heard as the voice of “Candace Flynn” on the popular “Phineas and Ferb” cartoon series on The Disney Channel. She is most recognizable to young movie and television fans, however, as “Sharpay Evans” in the world-wide phenomenon known as “High School Musical.”

This month, it’s “Sharpay’s” turn to take a solo spin in the spotlight as “Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure” is released on Blu-ray and DVD. Ashley was thrilled to add one more to chapter to the character who brought so much attention to her career and landed her a spot in the hearts of loyal fans forever. We recently joined a group of reporters who had the opportunity to sit down with Ashley and see for ourselves just how smart, funny and cool the actress is in real life. This is what we found out for you!

More after the jump!

When Life Hands You Lemons… Watch “Lemonade Mouth” on The Disney Channel!

Five very different types of people find themselves stuck together in Miss Reznick’s detention. It doesn’t take the group long to discover that they all have at least one thing in common and that is the love of music. When they idea of forming a rock band is tossed around, some students are way more reluctant than others to pursue such a lofty dream. Self-esteem levels vary among the peers and a few members of the gang don’t believe enough in their talent to want to join the band.

After some convincing, it’s decided that all the students at Mesa High need their voice to be heard a little louder and the newly bonded group from detention think that a band would help put their school on the map. Another band at school, “Mudslide Crush,” doesn’t take to kindly to impending competition and try to crush the group’s dream of getting their band national attention.

While working on the band, the group learns that each other’s home life isn’t as perfect as everyone else perceived it to be. They might just have more in common then they thought.

This original, made-for-TV- movie stars some super talented up and comers, as well as familiar faces that you have already come to love. “Good Luck Charlie’s” Bridgit Mendler is lead vocalist “Olivia” and “Zeke and Luther’s” Adam Hicks is keyboardist, Wen Giford.

See the group’s video for “Somebody” here:

Tune into the premiere of “Lemonade Mouth” on Friday, April 15, at 8:00PM (EST) on The Disney Channel.

For more information, head here: disney.com

Get the soundtrack featuring songs from the movie here: amazon.com

The "Lemonade Mouth" cast and crew gathered with family and friends at the Stevenson Middle School in Los Angeles on April 12 for the official premiere of the TV movie.

Photos provided by: The Disney Channel

What do You Call A Night Celebrating “Sharpay?” That’s “Fabulous,” Of Course!

“Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure” may not feature any of her former “High School Musical” co-stars, but that doesn’t mean the tight-nit cast-mates aren’t thrilled to see another chapter of the story come to home video entertainment. Ashley Tisdale celebrated the upcoming release of her character’s own New York story (the Blu-ray and DVD hits shelves on April 19) with several of the HSM gang and “Fabulous Adventure” co-stars.

Thanks to Walk Disney Studios Home Entertainment, we have several photos from that fun night to share with you!

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Get a sneak peak of the movie when you click here: http://disneydvd.disney.go.com/sharpays-fabulous-adventure.html

Radio Disney is Celebrating It’s 15th Birthday All Month Long! Several Stars Will Be Stopping By to Join in the Fun! Super Selena Gomez Kicks Things Off!

Radio Disney has been entertaining music lovers for 15 years now and several music and television stars are going to help them celebrate the milestone throughout the month of April. Fan favorites like Willow Smith, Jordin Sparks, Greyson Chance, Cody Simpson, Ashley Tisdale, Austin Butler, and cast members from Disney Channel’s “Shake It Up,” “Lemonade Mouth” and “Good Luck Charlie,” will be stopping by to visit and wish the radio station a very Happy Birthday.

Selena Gomez is first up with a “Take Over With Ernie D” that you can hear on Monday, April 4 at 6:00PM EST/3:00PM PST. Selena will perform an acoustic version of her single “Who Says” and field questions from both Ernie D and lucky callers.

We have a sneak peak at some of the info that Selena shares! In response to a fan’s question on who the coolest person she’s ever met, Selena said, "The coolest person would have to be Cameron (Quiseng) from Allstar Weekend. He is so funny and he is very nice, and I don't believe a person can be that happy all the time. He's very interesting and he’s very sweet!" Ernie responded, “So out of all the people you’ve ever met and look up to, Cameron’s the coolest?” Selena added without hesitation, “For sure, yes.”

While in studio, Selena excitedly shared her ringtone was Allstar Weekend’s single saying, "It's ‘Party like it's Not Your Birthday.’ I love their new album and I wanted the song, so I went online and I purchased it. Sometimes I've ignored calls just to listen to the song…Cameron was with me and heard my phone ring and said, ‘Seriously?’”

When discussing what’s most exciting right now in her life, Selena said, "I'm most excited about tour for sure because it’s the first time that I have a little bit more freedom creatively… I love my fans and I love being very interactive with them, and I get to tour with my best friends Allstar Weekend!"

After Ernie D asks how she thinks the tour will be with all the boys she answers playfully, "First of all, I'm going to need to bring some of my girlfriends, because I'm going to go crazy with all the boys. I think it's going to be a huge party, which is exactly what I want it to be…always fun, never serious!" Selena added, "I'm going to be the ‘momma bear’ for sure… I always want to make sure everyone is okay.”

Even though it’s the radio stations birthday, it’s the listeners who will be getting the presents as there will be 80 chances for RD fans to enter the “Pick Your Present” contest. The amazing prizes including guitars signed by Taylor, Selena, Willow, Allstar Weekend, Greyson and Cody, and more, plus iPads, iPod Touches, Wii consoles, Flip cameras and gift cards, which will be given away multiple times a day. You just have to listen and call Radio Disney (1-877-870-5678) for a chance to win.

Find out more at http://radio.disney.go.com/

Happy Birthday Radio Disney! Cheers to many more years of music and fun!

Friday Night on FOX: “Fringe” Starts a 3-Episode “Trilogy” Ending with the Big Season Finale May 6

Actor John Noble gave us a brief preview of things to come over the next 3 episodes of the hit series “Fringe,” which airs Fridays on FOX. Essentially everything has been leading up to the big reveal of the machine’s use. With both worlds on the verge of tearing the Earth apart from their inhabitant's actions, the next 3 episodes will show fans even more clearly how the choices we make can affect everyone and everything around us. John tells us that the producers and actors were given good reason to believe they would return for a new season, so they were never gauging this season finale on the end of the series itself, we will get to see this season's storyline arc and then gear up for a whole new set of stories for the upcoming season.

Noble is really looking forward to fans seeing the season finale where he says there is a moment where he as an actor actually felt the character and action affect his mood. According to the veteran performer each day playing “Walter” and “Walternate” is exhausting no matter how you look at it but playing either version of the character never really affects him. When talking about Walter, John described this season as one of “affection” for the character. Being strained in his relationship with Peter all season, there will be an emotional arc by the May 6 episode.

When not working, John paints and plays music, but says his 14-16 hour workdays keep him pretty busy and focused on the show. To prepare for the scientific nature of the character(s) John said that he always had some kind of fascination with science, and gets his inspiration from reading books. While at university in England Noble studied law before realizing he could become an actor. He views his time on “Fringe” as a gift, giving him the ability to use every trick in the book. John studied acting as soon as he realized he could make a career out of it, and he loves to share his knowledge of the craft by teaching acting classes every now and then.

Tune in to “Fringe” Fridays on FOX

Christian Slater Returns to TV with New Comedy "Breaking In"

FOX has brought Christian Slater back to television with new comedy "Breaking In," which begins a 7-week run on Wednesday, April 6 right after Idol. The show also stars Bret Harrison, Odette Annable and Alphonso McAuley.

Here's the synopsis: Contra Security, a high-tech security firm that takes extreme – and often questionable – measures to sell its protection services is corporate America’s answer to “The A-Team,” giving clients a sense of security by first ripping it away. In the opener, Contra’s man of mystery owner, Oz, blackmails his newest recruit, computer hacker Cameron, to join his team. Cameron quickly learns that cracking into state-of-the-art security systems is a lot easier than dealing with his co-workers, including the alluring Melanie, prank-pulling Cash and competitive Josh in the “Pilot” series premiere episode of BREAKING IN airing Wednesday, April 6 (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Christian on Being on TV

I like the consistency of it. I like the pace of it. With the first two experiences I had, I really did respond well to the schedule. It’s a very, very fast moving train. I don’t like sitting around. I really like to get in there and do the job and get it done and feel good about it at the end of the day, and that pretty much seems to be the vibe on all the sets that I’ve gotten to be a part of.

Christian on Following "American Idol"

We are all very thrilled and certainly happy with the support from FOX. I’ve been thinking about it a little bit, I kind of feel a little bit like Goldilocks. I mean I tried out the one bed, it didn’t fit. I tried out the other bed, it didn’t fit. This bed here at FOX feels just right.

Christian on Pranks

Behind the scenes, not yet. So far there have been so many pranks in front of the camera that it’s been difficult to get things going, but I’m sure over time we will certainly have a lot of fun with each other. I’ve definitely had some good pranks in the past, on other shows that I’ve done. I mean, one prank I pulled kind of lasted even after the show was cancelled. Yes, about six months after, finally, the person found out that they were being pranked.

Check out "Breaking In" beginning Wednesday!

The Journey Continues as One of “High School Musical’s” Favorite Characters Keeps the Music Playing! “Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure” Dances on to Blu-ray and DVD!

You loved to hate her in the “High School Musical” trilogy but “Sharpay” (played by the incredibly talented Ashley Tisdale) will have you singing a different tune in the spin-off called “Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure,” which is now on Blu-ray and DVD. The bratty debutant, who always had everything handed to her on a silver platter, expects things to be just that as easy as she heads to New York to star on Broadway. However, soon after arriving in the big city, she discovers that things aren’t exactly what they seem.

Her father makes her promise that if she doesn’t make it on Broadway in a set amount of time, she must return home to work for him. Determined to prove to the world and herself that she has what it takes to make her dreams come true, Sharpay becomes assistant to a Broadway diva named Amber Lee (hilariously played by Cameron Goodman).

Check out a clip from the movie here:

The only good thing Sharpay has found in New York is a cute film student named Peyton (the total crush-worthy Austin Butler) who wants to make a documentary of Sharpay’s journey in the Big Apple. At least there is someone to help the aspiring actress stay on task and keep her goals in sight.

We have another clip from the movie for you here:

The movie soundtrack features five new songs performed by Ashley Tisdale. There’s also a song called “Baby” by HSM co-star Lucas Grabeel. Disney Channel regulars Aly and AJ also appear on the CD with a rousing rendition of “Walking on Sunshine.”

Get your copy of this musical collection here: Amazon.com

Can Sharpay actually turn things around for herself and get her destiny back on track? Take a chance on “Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure” and find out for yourself!

Bonus material on the Blu-ray + DVD combo pack includes bloopers and Austin Cam. We have a sneak peak for you below:

Pick up your copy at most places where Blu-rays and DVDs are sold. You can have a copy shipped straight to your door by order here: Amazon.com

To find out how you can get $8.00 off the Blu-ray + DVD combo pack… click here:

Love, Adventure, Laughs And Seeing if Dreams Come True… This is One Story You Can Get “Tangled” Up In!

For as long as she can remember, Rapunzel has lived in a tower, hidden away from the real world. Her only friend is a chameleon named “Pascal.” Her only human interaction is with her mother who is perfectly happy keeping Rapunzel tucked away. For only Rapunzel and her mother know a big secret. Rapunzel has really long hair with magical powers and it glows when she sings.

Every year on the lonely girl’s birthday, lanterns fill the night sky. She senses they have something to do with her but she isn’t sure how everything is connected. Her mother gets very angry when Rapunzel suggests that they take a journey to see the lights in person. Alas, she must find another way. Enter Flynn Rider, a dashing young thief who inadvertently ends up in Rapunzel’s tower. Admittedly, the two are an unlikely pair but together they might just be able to help make the other’s dreams come true.

See the trailer here:

The movie is perfectly cast with Mandy Moore as Rapunzel and “Chuck’s” Zachary Levi as “Flynn.” Several songs by Mandy are featured in the film and she is joined on a couple of them by Zach. Who knew that he could sing?

Bonus material on the Blu-ray + DVD combo pack includes a making of featurette, deleted scenes, and extended songs. See a couple of clips from the bonus material below:

Find this great addition to your home video collection at most places where Blu-rays and DVDs are sold.

You can also order on-line by click here: http://www.disneystore.com/mp/1280398/1000316/

Game On! TRON: Legacy and and TRON: The Original Classic Speed Their Way On To Blu-ray and DVD in an Exciting FIVE Disc Collection!

The sequel was over twenty-five years in the making, but “TRON: Legacy” continues the adventure began by cult favorite “TRON” in 1982. Both the groundbreaking original and its high-speed follow-up are now available in many different formats, including eye-popping 3-D!

Jeff Bridges starred in the original “TRON” as Kevin Flynn, a good guy who is trying to prove his colleague is up to no good, by hacking into a mainframe computer system. Only somehow, Kevin ends up in the digital world and has to continue the fight there.

The original “TRON” was praised for his ground-breaking special effects. These effects pack even more of a punch in the newly released Blu-ray version of the classic. It’s amazing to compare the new tools of story-telling to their predecessors.

Bonus material on this Blu-ray rendition includes interviews with the movies’ cast and filmmakers. There is also an audio commentary from the director, producer and other contributors.

Here are a couple of sneak peaks at the bonus features for you.

“TRON: Legacy” adds another chapter to the TRON story beginning twenty years after the disappearance of Kevin Flynn. His old rival Alan visits Kevin’s son Sam, who has little to do with his Father’s company, despite the fact that he has controlling interest in the business.

See the trailer for the movie here:

Intrigued after Alan’s visit, Sam starts following clues that might lead to the whereabouts of his father. Sam gets sucked into a new world, playing a game he never knew existed. Can he learn the rules fast enough to save his Dad?

You can now pick up a copy of this film on DVD or Blu-ray, either separately or as a set. Bonus material on the Blu-ray + DVD combo pack includes a first look at the new series TRON: Uprising that will air on Disney XD. It also has behind-the-scenes looks at the making of the film, interviews with the cast and tons more.

Here are a couple sneak peaks at the bonus material for you:

TRON fans should pick up the “2 Movie Collection” set which features FIVE discs. Those include the 3-D version of the movie, Blu-ray, DVD and digital file copy of TRON: Legacy and a copy of the original TRON.

You can find this set at most home video entertainment retail outlets or you can order on-line here: Amazon.com

"Country Strong" Comes to DVD/Blu-Ray

“Country Strong” is the story of a country singer named Kelly Canter (Paltrow) who has seen her share of high and lows in the country music community. Once on top of the world in career and love, the movie opens with Kelly in rehab trying to get help for an alcohol problem. Her manager slash husband James (McGraw) is anxious to get her back on the road and in the spotlight again, partly so her can use her notoriety to launch his next protégée Chiles Stanton (Meester). Chiles is less traditional country and more “Barbie doll” country.

While James has his sights set on furthering Chiles is career, Kelly is more focused on rehab worker slash country musician wannabe Beau Hutton (Hedlund). Beau seems to be “the real deal” and Kelly is anxious to help him get noticed in the country music world. With these new people captivating so much of their spouses time, what will become of Kelly and James’ marriage? What impact will this have on Kelly’s recovery and career?

The fifth main character in this film is the music, some of which is available on the soundtrack released by RCA Nashville. Known more for their acting than singing, Paltrow, Hedlund and Meester are believable as country music singers. Of course, being a country music superstar is McGraw’s day job, so there were no worries there.

Songs were composed by some of Nashville’s top songwriter’s including Tom Douglas, Bob DePiero, Troy Verges, Jennifer Hanson, Mark Nesler and Hillary Lindsey. Country favorites like Sara Evans, Chris Young Trace Adkins, Patty Loveless, Lee Ann Womack, Hank Williams Jr., Ronnie Dunn and Faith Hill are all included on the movie’s soundtrack.

There are a million stories in country music and “Country Strong” offers the canvas to tell a couple more. Some of those tales are happy… some are sad. As long as you are doing what you love and surrounding yourself with the right people to love, it should all work out in the end. And if it doesn’t, well… you can always sing about it.

Pick up a copy of "Country Strong" on DVD/Blu-Ray available today from Screen Gems, or visit Amazon.com to order your copy!

“A Shine of Rainbows” Appears on DVD! Get Your Copy Of This Touching Film Today!

Winner of the A Heartland Festival “Truly Moving Picture” Award, “A Shine of Rainbows” will move even the most cynical viewer. Telling the story of an orphan named Tomas; the journey begins when the young boy is adopted by Maire O’Donnell. Though it sounds like Tomas’ prayers have been answered, the picture isn’t exactly perfect.

Maire’s husband isn’t thrilled to be a sudden father and doesn’t bond with Tomas the way a father should. This reality sets Tomas on another adventure of finding belief in himself, and learning that sometimes the harder it is to earn someone’s love, the stronger that love grows. Can this new family learn to adapt and compromise in order to find the rainbow after the storm? Rent or pick up a copy of this film and experience the emotional journey with the people you love.

See the trailer for the movie here:

The movie boasts an experienced cast with “Gladiator’s” Connie Neilsen playing Maire and Aidan Quinn (Legends of the Fall) as her husband “Alec.” Stealing your heart as “Tomas” is young actor, John Bell. Find out more about John below!

Look for “A Shine of Rainbows” at most retail outlets where DVD’s are sold or you can order online here: Amazon.com

Meet John Bell!

Getting his start in a 2007 episode of “Dr. Who” on the BBC, John Bell has been acting for most of his young life. He will be seen in next year’s feature film “Battleship” along side Liam Neeson and Rhianna and has just been cast in the much anticipated “Hobbit” movie.

We posed a few questions to the accomplished actor and he was more than happy to share his thoughts on working on “A Shine of Rainbow,” his hobbies and what advice he would give to aspiring actors.

When did you realize that you wanted to be an actor?
When I was little I used to love performing in front of my family and I was always putting on shows and stuff. I guess even then I wanted to perform.

What were some of your first professional jobs?
When I was 7, I was given a part in a Theatre Production of “An Inspector Calls” in Glasgow. I then got a part in an advert on TV and won a competition to be in an episode of Doctor Who. The Doctor Who job was the one that got me my agent and has led me to where I am today.

When you found out that you would be playing “Tomas” in “A Shine of Rainbows,” what did you do to prepare for the role?
It all seemed to happen so quickly. Before I knew it, I was in Ireland and starting filming. No time to really prepare. Just went with the flow.

How would you describe Thomas?
He is a lost soul. Everyone he had ever loved had been taken from him. But he is a hopeful character also because he can see a way out of his life in the orphanage through Maire’s love for him.

What was it like working with Connie Nielsen and Aidan Quinn?
Both Connie and Aidan were fabulous to work with on and off set. Connie became my second mum and was always there to help and support me. Aidan is such a fabulous actor, I couldn’t help but learn from him and even though he looks like he was really mean to me off set he looked after me and was always helping me develop my character and skills. I learned so much from both of them.

Do you have a favorite scene from the movie?
I loved the scene where I had to make stew for my Dad. I love to cook so learning the traditional way of preparing stew was really fun and all the throwing around of the ingredients with Jack and Tara was a hoot.

What do you do in your free time?
I recently took up Snowboarding and spent my free time practicing; I also play the drums and Trumpet, and keyboard so spend a lot of time practicing.

Do you have any other projects coming up that we should watch out for?
I have a couple of offers in the pipeline which I should be filming later on in the year but I can’t say what they are yet.

What would your dream role be?
I would love to play a villain in a big action movie and try to take over the world.

What advice would you give to aspiring young actors?
Work hard, never give up and be prepared for a lot of no’s. When I first started acting, I got the first three auditions I went for and thought this would happen every time. When I got my first no, I was devastated but when my Mum and Dad turned to me and asked do you still want to be an actor and I knew that I did and that made me realize that I would never give up trying for parts and I work hard for every audition, I make sure I have learned my lines and done as much research on the character as possible. That way if it is a no, I know I did my best. Today was just not my day.