BURBANK, Calif., March 3, 2006 – "High School Musical," the contemporary movie musical that has
captivated kids, tweens and families as part of the blockbuster Disney Channel Original Movie franchise,
and is the highest-rated original programming in the history of the network, will debut on Disney DVD,
May 23, 2006. A "break into song" production, the comedic "High School Musical" follows two teens,
Troy and Gabriella, who must learn to believe in themselves and follow their dreams, despite the
polarization of high school cliques. Allowing fans to experience even more, the DVD will include two
versions of the film -- the original telecast version and an exciting sing-along version which displays lyrics
on screen during all musical numbers, so audiences can learn the words of the film’s chart-topping
songs. The debut DVD release also contains bonus features including a “Learn the Dance Moves”
feature led by Emmy Award-winning director and choreographer Kenny Ortega (XIX Winter Olympics
Opening Ceremony), a never-before-seen music video, “I Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” the rousing
music video “We’re All In This Together,” and a Behind-The-Scenes feature providing viewers an
exclusive glimpse at the making of the movie. “High School Musical” is available on DVD May 23, 2006,
from Walt Disney Home Entertainment.
"High School Musical" is an entertainment industry sensation. For its premiere telecast, it delivered
record Household ratings for Disney Channel and, against all basic cable television networks, was the #1
movie of the month in Households, Total Viewers and its targeted youth demographics, Kids age 6-14.
For its 6 telecasts thus far (January 20-February 13), 26.3 million unduplicated Total Viewers, 8.4 million
Kids 6-11 and 8.7 million Tweens 9-14 have tuned in.
The "High School Musical" soundtrack from Walt Disney Records also made its mark and within a month
of its release, shipped Gold. The soundtrack remained the #1 selling album on iTunes for three weeks,
and rose to #6 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. Two singles, the duet "Breaking Free" and the
rhythmic "Get'cha Head in the Game" (Troy version), are also Gold. "Breaking Free" made the largest
jump in the 48-year history of the Billboard Hot 100, catapulting from #86 to #4 in just one week.
"Get'cha Head in the Game" broke a 34-year record with its biggest jump ever to #23, from #100. Seven
other singles from the soundtrack also debuted on the Hot 100.
"High School Musical" follows a popular high school basketball star and a shy, academically gifted
newcomer who discover they share a secret passion for singing. When they audition for the lead roles in
the school musical, it threatens East High's rigid social order and sends their peers into an uproar. In a
desperate effort to maintain the status quo, the "jocks," the "brainiacs" and even the drama club regulars
hatch plots to separate the pair and keep them offstage. By defying expectations and taking a chance
on their dreams, Troy and Gabriella inspire other students to go public with some surprising hidden
talents of their own. Starring are Zac Efron, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale (Disney Channel's
"The Suite Life of Zack & Cody"), Corbin Bleu, Lucas Grabeel (Disney Channel Original Movie
"Halloweentown High"), Monique Coleman, Bart Johnson, Oleysa Rulin and Alyson Reed.
The movie was written by Peter Barsocchini and directed and choreographed by Kenny Ortega and is
Executive Produced by Bill Borden and Barry Rosenbush.
DVD Bonus Materials:
• “Learning The Moves” with Director/Choreographer Kenny Ortega
• Never-Before-Seen Music Video “I Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”
• Music Video “We’re All In This Together”
• Behind-The-Scenes Featurette
• Two versions of the film – Original and Sing Along
Street Date: May 23, 2006
Direct prebook: March 28, 2006
Distributor prebook: April 11, 2006
Suggested Retail Price: $26.99
Feature Run time: Approximately 98 minutes
Rating: TV-G
Bonus features not rated or subtitled, and subject to change.
Aspect ratio: 1.33:1 formatted 4x3
Sound: Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
Language: English audio.
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Walt Disney Home Entertainment is distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., a recognized
industry leader. Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc. is the marketing, sales and distribution company
for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood Pictures, Miramax, Dimension and Buena Vista videocassettes
and DVDs.
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