Starz on Demand is hosting a Disney Celebration Vacation Contest. On June 12th, they premiere “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” and to highlight this special event they are running a special contest.

Their “Watch to Win” Sweepstakes is giving one lucky viewer and three guests a chance to win a Disney Celebration Vacation and spend a night in the Cinderella Castle Suite at the Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida! Awesome!

In order to be eligible to win, Starz On Demand viewers should watch High School Musical 3: Senior Year (by July 12th). A question will be revealed at the beginning of the movie and at the end, the answer will be given for the viewer to enter the sweepstakes. Viewers can enter the sweepstakes via mail or online @ http://www.starz.com/hsm3senioryear!

High School Musical star KayCee Stroh tells us about the contest in this video clip. Check it out and good luck!!

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On Sunday, March 1st, Zac Efron tried going under cover in Hollywood, CA by driving around in a Toyota minivan. Unfortunately, just about nothing gets passed the paparazzi these days. They spotted him and snapped his picture. My question is, who’s minivan is that?

In other Zac Efron news, the “High School Musical” star has recognized by movie goers as the Breakthrough Performer of the Year. This is a new award from ShoWest and they gave it to Zac. Sweet!

If you watched any of the HSM3 extras on the DVD, then you probably saw the clip where Zac is trying his hand at being behind the camera. After messing with it for a few seconds, he gets called to the set and says, “I think I’ll stick with acting”. Well, we would like you too!

What’s up next for Zac? Find out below!

What’s up next for Zac Efron? He has a new movie that’s coming out in the U.S. on April 17th called “17 Again”. He’s getting ready to head to Sydney, Australia to premiere the film there on March 11th.

Other movies that Zac has in his future are the remake of “Footloose” and he’s rumored to be starring in “Johnny Quest”. Looks like we’ll be seeing a lot of Mr. Efron!

Check out some more photos of Zac trying to be incognito.

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My friend Nikki at Celeb Look, had the opportunity to talk to Caroline B. Marx, who was the costume designer for “High School Musical 3”. She shared with Nikki her concepts behind the designs and also gave her some tips on what’s hot for spring and promo season.

On whether it was easier to expand on the existing characters or design for the new ones: “The thing is that you want to make every single person different. It’s interesting. Normally when I go into a film they don’t exist. I’m the one who comes up with the idea. I do research and kind of look into their character, their personality, where they came from. With the new characters it was definitely like that. In Jimmy, to me, the youngest, hippest kids out have the Emo vibe with the skater mixed in. I chose really cool, up and coming designers like Fyasko and Space Craft with Draven and Vans shoes. That’s what the younger, skater/surfer kids are wearing! With Jemma, I kind of gave her an English school girl look. Really cute and conservative jumpers and blazers. We used a lot of Rugby and Ralph Lauren, American Eagle, argyle sweaters, stuff like that. At the end, in the extended version, you’ll see her in a full blown English riding costume.”

This was a great interview and if you loved the costumes in HSM3 and want to know more about what all went in to create them, then read the rest of the interview:

Part 1

Part 2

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High School Musical 3 cuties KayCee Stroh – who plays Martha – and Olesya Rulin – who plays Kelsi – spill their on-set secrets just for you! There are also some fun random HSM3 facts for you to enjoy.

Are you bored of talking about High School Musical yet?

Olesya: No way!

KayCee: No, it’s all good. We made a legend, so we might as well talk about it!

What happens in the third movie?

KayCee: High School Musical 3 takes place in our senior year, which involves the prom and graduation, but I don’t people think of how much goes along with that. Senior year involves a lot of drama and a lot of love issues.

What secrets can you tell us about the movie?

KayCee: Well, people might not pair up with who you think to go to the prom. That might surprise you. Graduation is also a very hard time. It involves a lot of big decisions and I think a lot of High School Musical fans out there will relate to it.

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What’s your favourite dance scene in HSM3?

KayCee: I love the dance scene between Ashley and Lucas because we’re all there in the background. It goes back to old-fashioned Broadway where you can imagine Gene Kelly walking up stairs as they light up. It’s got that old Broadway vibe to it and it really blew everyone away.

Olesya: Yeah, it’s such a cool song in the movie. I really enjoyed myself when we filmed those scenes.

How different is it to shoot a movie for the big screen?

KayCee: There was a lot of pressure to make a bigger and better movie. But the director Kenny Ortega just said to us, ‘No, there’s no pressure. Let’s just make another movie, but we’ll film it a little bit differently.’

What is the difference?

KayCee: It takes a lot longer to film a movie for the big screen compared to a movie on the small screen. High School Musical 3 took us three months in all – and that includes a whole month of rehearsal. Before, we did it in two weeks.

Were you nervous before you started work on the third movie?

Olesya: I was really anxious because I knew the team would be pushing the limits. So I prepared by working out a month and a half before we started shooting to make sure I was fit enough for the role.

What was the best thing you take from working on the High School Musical trilogy?

KayCee: Oh, I can’t just pick one thing. Everything has been amazing!

Olesya: This whole ride has been wonderful, but I guess the amazing friendships I’ve made during the movie is the best thing I’m going to take away from this experience. All of the people I’ve met have moulded me into the girl I am now, three and a half years after the first movie.

Are you hoping to sign up for HSM4?

Olesya: High School Musical 4? Whoah! I haven’t even wrapped my head around High School Musical 3 yet. I’ve got no idea.

KayCee: We’ve heard nothing about it, but I’ve learned to say, ‘Never say never.’ I feel good with the trilogy, but who knows what will happen next?

So what is next for you guys?

KayCee: I’m just going to take it easy for a while.

Olesya: This industry is constantly moving forward. One day you’re so hot and the next you’re not – but luckily for me, I have a great support system in my family. I finished two movies last year. One was with Jessica Simpson called Major Movie Star and another one with Billy Ray Cyrus and Heather Locklear called Flying By. I’m just reading scripts and enjoying myself and growing up.

Here are some fun random facts for you:

100% TRUE!

Ashley Tisdale’s boyfriend – Jared Murillo from American boy band The Factory – has a cameo in HSM3.

IT’S A FACT!

Sharpay’s dog – Boi – is played by a Yorkshire Terrier called Manly. He is owned by the film’s director, Kenny Ortega!

TOTALLY TRUE!

More than 500 extras were brought in to work on Ryan and Sharpay’s Broadway-inspired musical extravaganza, I Want It All.

DID YOU KNOW?

The filmmakers always hoped to do three movies with the finale being set at a graduation – but now it looks like there could be more with High School Musical 4 rumoured to be in the works…

SOUNDS AMAZING!

The opening song, Now Or Never, is set in the East High gym – the same setting where We’re All In This Together was filmed for the first High School Musical.

ZAC ATTACK!

Zac Efron was the on-set prankster for HSM3! “He loved to throw water bombs on people,” admits newcomer Jemma McKenzie-Brown. “But then everyone got him back with a massive water fight. It was hilarious!” Ouch!

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ZAC EFRON: NOW OR NEVER

“I love all of the songs in High School Musical 3 because they all have a special meaning to me and they are all really catchy – but my favourite has got to be Now Or Never. I’ve never seen a song take place inside a basketball game before, which is why it stands out. I think it’s a neat song because it’s so unique.”

VANESSA HUDGENS: RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW

“Right Here, Right Now is my favourite song in the third movie. I love the music and the lyrics because they’re so sweet. It’s a beautiful scene in the movie and the song really captures the mood. I love it!”

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ASHLEY TISDALE: I WANT IT ALL

“There are so many great songs in High School Musical 3. Zac’s solo musical number, Scream, is really good – but I also love I Want It All. I had the most fun filming the scenes to I Want It All because we went crazy with it! It’s Sharpay at her best.”

MONIQUE COLEMAN: CAN I HAVE THIS DANCE

“Can I Have This Dance has got to be my favourite song in the new movie because it’s so sweet and sentimental. The words are really cute! The scene looks very sweet in the movie, too. It brings a smile to my face every time I see it.”

CORBIN BLEU: SCREAM

“I really love Zac’s solo song, Scream. It gives me chills every time I hear it! It’s never easy to explain why you like a specific song because it’s just down to personal opinion and striking something within you, but I love to watch it. I really enjoy the work that Zac put into it.”

OLESYA RULIN: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

“My favourite song is High School Musical because it really sums up our whole experience on the three movies. It was the last song we sang and we were very emotional the day we filmed that scene. Want to know a secret? I can’t listen to it without getting a tear in my eye!”

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“High School Musical 3”

Check out the other interviews with Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Corbin Bleu and Ashley Tisdale.

The oldest – and most sentimental – East High honey reveals her thoughts on the future and memories from her HSM past…

What is the best thing you take with you from working on the High School Musical trilogy?

M: I feel so blessed about everything this movie has allowed me to do. I’ve been able to visit some amazing places because of High School Musical and I’ve met some amazing people all around the world. I would never have imagined coming so far with all three movies. I’m very proud.

Which one moment of your entire HSM experience stands out the most?

M: One specific instance I will never forget was getting to perform in Sao Paolo, Brazil, for two nights. The fans were outrageous! I never felt famous or like a celebrity until I went there. It was crazy. The fans gave so much love and so much passion. It really blew me away.

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Why was it so special?

M: Well, we heard so many stories about kids being so poor that lots of them would put their money together so that just one of them could go to the concert. Stories like that can’t fail to impress you. When you think about it, the impact this movie has had around the world is amazing.

Was it tough moving from TV to the big screen in High School Musical 3?

M: For me, it was a relief because I’ve always wanted to be in feature films. It was a perfect transition because it would be scary to do it from scratch – but this time I could do it with a character I knew through and through. I was also with a cast I knew really well, which was another positive.

So it was easier knowing all your cast mates were in the same boat?

M: Definitely! We’re such an awesome ensemble and we get along with each other so well that it was a great way to face an immense fear. It was awesome to be able to tackle this with the people you love and in a project you believe in. We knew the movie was going to make an impact, but it was exciting and scary all at the same time.

What is the message of the third movie?

IM:  really hope that children around the world can be inspired by the idea of breaking outside the box. There’s no need for people to feel as though there is only one career or path you need to follow in life or that there is a certain age at which you need to know what that is.

What do you mean by that?

M: Well, I think this movie is about following your own personal passions. I hope that High School Musical inspires people to not feel as though they need to do what their parents or teachers or friends would necessarily want them to do, but to look inside and see you can do it all.

Is that what happens in High School Musical 3?

M: Sure, that’s what happens at the end of the film. They’re all happy and still make the people who matter to them proud. I really understand the idea of pride and honour. I have that in my family, so I understand it completely. At the end of the day, this movie has helped me grow and I hope it inspires kids to think for themselves.

What are you like in real life?

M: I’m very sentimental and ambitious. I like to be relaxed and I like to live a peaceful existence, but that’s very difficult considering I’m very neurotic. On the inside, I’m very chilled – but on the outside I’m a big mess of worry! I’m an adventurer. I believe in being bold and brave – and taking risks. Even if I’m afraid of something, I’ll still have a go at it.

You’re the only person in High School Musical who changed her looks for the third film…

M: There’s a reason for that! The haircut reflects my character’s personality. In the first two movies, I was figuring out who Taylor McKessie was. Acting is a journey and I don’t think I had it down completely. But coming into the third movie where it was senior year, I thought back to characters like Taylor who I grew up with and they all cut their hair before they left school.

So you cut your hair?

M: Exactly! I don’t know why, but there’s something about getting your college cut at that age. Taylor is ready to move on and she is ready to interview for schools with anyone who wants to hear her. Personally, I felt the shorter hair was a better look, too!

Are you going to sign up for High School Musical 4?

M: Is there going to be a High School Musical 4? There are all these rumours, but I’ve not heard anything. To be honest, I don’t know if there’s a way to have Taylor in another High School Musical because she graduated from high school at the end of the third film. But who knows? Some of us might think that it sucks out there in the real world and want to come back to East High. We’ll just have to see what happens.

So what is next for you?

M: Don’t ask me this question! I’m scared because it’s been so incredible to be blessed by the work on the High School Musical movies. But I don’t know what I’m going to do next – and I don’t know what I want to do next. Part of me wants to stay in the same place and play Taylor forever – but another part of me wants to break out and go in a completely different direction. The deepest part of me feels confident in every single one of our futures. Everyone is going to become exactly what they’re supposed to become – but it’s a tough job finding out what that is. Wish me luck!

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For example, do you want to know why a mini Troy and Chad show up in “The Boys are Back”? Or, how about if Chad’s jersey number, 8, means anything to the star?

High School Musical 3’s Corbin Bleu on dates, dreams and dancing all day…

Hi Corbin! Did you have fun filming High School Musical 3?

C: Shooting High School Musical 3 was a blast! It was amazing to get the gang back together for another movie. It was just like old times filming in Utah again. It feels like it was yesterday.

What makes this third film stand out?

C: For me, it was really cool to be able to explore the relationship between Chad and Troy. Chad is really happy to see his friend move on and do what he wants to do – but at the same time he’s really sad to lose his pal. It was great to explore that in detail.

The dance scene between Chad and Troy looked a lot of fun to film…

C: We had an amazing time shooting that sequence in the junkyard. A guy called Chucky Klapow choreographed the dance and I think he did a great job because it really stands out in the movie. It was High School Musical like you’ve never seen before!

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Why do the mini Troy and Chad pop up in that scene?

C: When Troy and Chad were young boys, they used to hang out in the junkyard and pretend that they were superheroes, ninjas and spies. School is very stressful for them in their senior year, so they relive some of their childhood moments again, which is where the mini Chad and Troy come in. They were very cool!

How would you describe Chad?

C: Chad is a typical jock. He lives, eats and breathes basketball. He is outgoing and loves hanging out with his friends, but basketball is his life.

Are you similar to him?

C: Well, I’m very driven and dedicated – just like Chad. He’s a little bit better than me at basketball, though. If I’m being honest, I’m kind of sports-challenged. I’m very athletic, but when it comes to basketball skills, I had to learn a lot!

Does the number eight on the back of Chad’s basketball shirt mean anything to you?

C: It does actually. The number eight has always been my favourite number, although I never quite understood why. Before the first High School Musical, I was asked what number I wanted, so I went with my favourite. After I chose it, I went off and looked up other basketball players with the number eight. It turns out [NBA star] Kobe Bryant was one of them!

Are you close to the rest of the cast?

C: Sure. We’re closer now than ever before. It’s weird to think that we didn’t know each other a few years ago. We met during the first film, where we all clicked straight away. We’ve experienced so much together all over the world that we couldn’t do anything but bond closer and closer over the years.

Are you going to miss them now that the third movie is finished?

C: Definitely. We’ve shared so many once-in-a-lifetime experiences together that nobody else will understand, so it’s a unique relationship. You know how you relate to somebody if you go through something special together? It’s exactly like that. You just connect. We’ve got chemistry both on screen and off screen – and I’m definitely going to stay in touch with them.

What was the atmosphere like on set for the third movie?

C: To a certain extent it felt like high school because you’re surrounded by your friends – but it’s also a lot of hard work, too. We worked 12, 13 or 14 hour days, which can be very strenuous. You’re dancing all day long, so you get really worn out, but it was all worth it. The end product is awesome!

Why do you think High School Musical is so popular around the world?

C: It’s strange because there are a lot of American traditions in this movie. There’s a prom and the whole graduation ceremony with a cap and gown, which aren’t practiced everywhere around the world – but the movie continues to be popular everywhere. I think it’s down to these characters being so relatable and the spirit and energy of the movie that connects with everyone.

What is your biggest dream?

C: My biggest dream? Anything with Godzilla in it! No, in all honesty, I just hope to be able to accomplish a lot in my life – in all different forms. This project has been incredible and it’s a massive entity, but there’s still so much more to achieve.

Like what? What’s next for you?

C: I’m not sure at the moment, but I’m going to continue acting. I would love to go to college at some point, too. I was already accepted into college to study Psychology, so at some point I will go – but at the moment I’m enjoying the work I’m doing. I’m learning so much that it wouldn’t feel right to go back to school.

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

C: That’s a long time away! I have no idea where I will be then. Maybe I’ll be a director? Maybe I’ll be on Broadway? For now, I’m going to chill out for a while and see what happens.

Do you get much time to date?

C: Ha ha! Are you trying to find out if I have a girlfriend or something? The answer is no. I’m very single.

What kind of girls do you go for?

C: I’m not too fussy. I like girls with a good sense of humour. Girls who are a lot of fun to be around.

Come on… tell us more!

C: Well, I’m a very outgoing person so I like girls who are not afraid to be themselves. I’m not a shy person and when I hang out with a girl, I want to be able to talk to her. At the same time I like a girl I can have a conversation with – as opposed to me sitting there talking away because she won’t open her mouth. I like conversations and I’m a really big sucker for personality. That’s all!

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What’s it really like to be Vanessa Hudgens? The High School Musical cutie reveals all as she chats about missing her prom, traveling the world and the weird lies written about her in the press…

Is it true you missed out on your high school prom, Vanessa?

V: It is true! I was home schooled, so I didn’t have a prom – but I had one with High School Musical 3. I really enjoyed filming the prom scene and I think it looks amazing on screen.

Are you sad you missed out on a prom?

V: Not really. The after-parties at the premieres around the world were also a lot like proms because we’d all be dressed up so smartly. I’ve had quite a few proms now and they’ve all been really good fun!

What happened at the premiere after-parties?

V: A lot of the events had music blasting and great food – and we’d all dance away. I guess it wasn’t exactly like a prom, but all of my best friends were there and that’s all that matters.

Sound like the HSM3 premieres were very hard work…

V: Ha ha! I really enjoyed the premieres because I love traveling. I’ve always wanted to travel, so visiting these different places with High School Musical has been an amazing experience.

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Did you get any free time off at the premieres?

V: We didn’t really have time to tour the places we visited, but I would always try the specialty foods in every place. I loved it. Swedish meatballs were my favourite. They were delicious!

Do you have a favourite vacation destination?

V: Well, that depends on what I want to do during the vacation. London is great for shopping, but I love the beach. It’s so relaxing to sit on the sand listening to the waves. I love the sunshine and hot places, so I think I’d prefer to go somewhere exotic today. That might change tomorrow, though!

How would you describe yourself?

V: I’m outgoing, but at the same time I’m quite personal. I guess it depends on the day because I feel more outgoing some days over others. I’m a go-getter. I’m a very passionate person who is very loyal and thoughtful, too.

Is it weird to see your face in newspapers and magazines?

V: It’s crazy to know that most of the things you read about yourself in the press are false. It’s so weird that people take the time to make up these stories. It takes so much more effort than telling the truth, so I don’t understand it at all. It’s such a weird aspect of being famous.

What’s the weirdest lie you’ve seen written in the press?

V: I once read a rumour that I was arrested at a Hollywood party. It was a huge, elaborate story but I was actually in a completely different country when they said it happened. It was crazy!

There was a story that someone tried to attack you and Zac in London…V:

V: That was completely false, too! We did not get attacked. We were walking out of a theatre and into a car when some guy stumbled along and got caught in the middle of it all. He got carried along with us, but someone was there taking photos and it looked like he was having a go.

That sounds scary…

V: It was a crazy night. The guy was trapped in the car doorway and he was screaming, “I’m normal! I’m normal!” Our bodyguard had to help him get to the side of the road, but I got hit in the face in all the commotion. It was an accident, though.

So how proud are you of High School Musical 3?

V: I’m really proud of this movie. It was so much fun and so exciting filming High School Musical 3. It’s like our thank you to the fans for watching the first and second movie – and it gave us the opportunity to step it up once more to create something even bigger and better. It was a blast.

How did your relationship with Zac affect your on-screen performance?

V: Well, this is our third movie together and we’ve grown up so much together as actors. I think you see that on screen. It makes it all the better because we aren’t afraid to try new things in front of the camera. We are much more creative because we’re very comfortable together.

Have you grown closer to the rest of the HSM cast, too?

V: Sure. All of the cast have grown close and we all know each other so well that we’re all not afraid to try new things. We’re extremely comfortable together and it’s been amazing to be able to grow up on camera with each other.

You sing, dance and act – but which do you prefer?

V: Dancing was a big part of my life, but I would never consider myself a dancer. I adore singing, and music has always been a huge part of my life, but I also enjoy acting.

What do you like about music?

V: I love being in the studio and singing on stage and performing. It’s so much fun. I love every second of it – and I love the way you get to show who you are. I love the way fans are really passionate around the world, so I adore performing and hearing people sing along in different countries. It’s an amazing feeling when that happens. It’s like you’re part of one big family.

When it comes to your music, what inspires you?

V: I relate to all of my songs and I’m inspired by everything going on around me. Music comes from all different aspects of my life. Gone With The Wind is one of my songs that means a real lot to me because it basically says how I’ve grown up. I still have a head on my shoulders, but I’m not that little girl anymore. I like that.

You’re not going to give up acting, are you?

V: No way! Movies and acting are also so much fun. I love playing different characters and doing different genres. It’s all still very interesting to me. In fact, I don’t think I could choose between music and acting, which is why something like High School Musical has been amazing. I get to do both. I couldn’t be happier – or luckier!

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I was just sent a ton of great interviews from the stars of “High School Musical 3”! Disney is celebrating the release of the HSM3 DVD with a BANG!

The drama! The dancin’! The dreamy Zachary David Alexander Efron!! I have interviews to bring you with Zac Efon, Corbin Bleu, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale and Monique Coleman. Set secrets revealed! The lowdown on their super-star status! And so much more!

Who’s up first? Ah, I’m not gonna spoil it! You just have to come back and see for yourself.

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In celebration of the release of “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” on DVD and Blu-ray, I have some more fun stuff for you! It’s a little quiz to test your HSM3 knowledge. I’ll post the answers later today.

WAXING LYRICAL!

Calling all eagle-eyed Wildcats! Want to put your High School Musical 3 knowledge to the test? Well, take our quote quiz to discover if you’re the ultimate expert on East High and all its students…

ROUND TWO: MUSICAL MOMENTS

Have you got a mega musical memory? Then we’ve got the ultimate challenge for you! Below are some lyrics from High School Musical 3 songs and a list of song titles – but can you match them up?

For example, if you think the first set of lyrics belong to the song The Boys Are Back, write The Boys Are Back next to the 1.

The Lyrics are below! Have fun.

THE LYRICS

1 This is the last chance to make your mark

History will know who you are

2 I’m looking at you and my heart loves the view

’Cause you mean everything

3 I’m with her

Don’t stop me I’m not the paparazzi

4 Keep your eyes locked on mine

Let the music be your guide

5 Should I go movie star glamorous, sassy or sweet?

Don’t know, but no-one better wear the same dress as me

6 Take it back to the place where you know it all began

We can be anything we want to be

7 The voices in my head

Tell me they know best

8 Cause if my heart breaks

It’s gonna hurt so bad

THE SONG TITLES

The Boys Are Back

I Want It All

Walk Away

A Night To Remember

Right Here, Right Now

Can I Have This Dance

Scream

Now Or Never

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