April 2010 ABD Backstage Magic : California Here We Come!!!

[DisneyKevin]

Klose, who is noted for his direction of football games for ESPN

That made me snort.

I've warned Security about you......

 

[aspen37]

Holly Cannoli that was AWESOME!

 

[corky441]

you know . . . reading that within a few minutes of waking up, it took a few minutes til it kicked in -

OMG - that is so good -

 

[tmli]

That is freaking hilarious!!!!!

 

[klam_chowder]

World of Color construction is behind schedule.

The good news is that Captain EO is supposed to open in a couple weeks.

I was hoping the consolation prize for all the RoA stuff being down would be a soft viewing of WoC

Heard any rumors on long the run will be for Capt EO?

Karen, I tried to send you a PM but you are at your saved message limit. Let me know when you are able to received more messages.

Yeah, the limit on that is a real pain, it's always seems full. I'll PM you my e-mail address - is it possible to msg me that way?

Febuary 1, 2010 - Burbank, Ca. Walt Disney Television today announced that they have given the greenlight to a new reality show

call 911 for me...OMG, I can't breath

cheers,

 

[Dodie]

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Kevin, see what happens when young minds are left to think about surprises?
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HYSTERICAL!!!!

Do you write press releases in real life?

I hope Pete sees this.

 

[MatthewT212]

So this why Pete isn't hosting the show as much!. He is now a Producer!


The funny thing is this could be a great reality show for the Disney Channel!

Febuary 1, 2010 - Burbank, Ca. Walt Disney Television today announced that they have given the greenlight to a new reality show and while the title has not yet been announced, the show will loosely follow the concept of the highly popular MTV series The Jersey Shore, (that is except for drinking). Disney tapped real live Jersey Shore native Pete "The Situation" Werner of the Orlando production company "DU" to serve as executive producer for the show. "Disney came to us for a proposal, I could think of only one idea to pitch" said Werner. "It will be west coast version of the MTV show, only with a family theme" Werner continued. "They (MTV) placed their cast in a house on the shore and they have them working at T-Shirt shop on the boardwalk, we're going to put our group in a hotel at Disneyland, and we'll have them working at the various concessions and rides at the California attraction". Werner concluded by saying, “I was born on the Jersey Shore, I know the Jersey Shore, the Jersey Shore is a friend of mine, and MTV, you’re not the Jersey Shore”.

Sources close to the project, while not giving out specific details, indicated that the cast will be involved in all aspects of "making the magic happen", from working behind the scenes in the many support roles to actually performing in the public "on stage" activities such as parades and working in gift stores. Several of the cast will even be asked to perform the Tinker Bell Drop from atop the 94 foot tall Sleeping Beauty Castle. Las Vegas based “Flying By Foy” has been retained to work with the cast, none of whom have ever been involved in these types of stunts.

According to Werner, "The hook that will grab the viewers is that none of the cast has any idea what they’re getting into. They think they're coming for a Disney Adventure Vacation. Heck, they even paid their own way to get here; the folks at Disney really loved that part". "We'll get to see their reaction on the first night when they see what they'll be asked to do, and as the week goes on, see the friendships and bonds grow as can only happen when you’re in the trenches serving snow cones on a hot California day."

It’s reported that the cast will first hear of the real nature of their "adventure" during a first night dinner event. Numbering forty, they will be coming from all parts of the country. The shooting schedule for the show, which received an 8 episode order, is set to be completed over a 5 day period.

Famed TV director Kevin "You can never get to" Klose was tapped to get the most out of the naive cast. "When I first heard from Pete that this was a go, all I could say was Oh My God, just the thought of getting eight one-hour shows taped in the time we've been given by Disney, it would be impossible”, said Klose. “At first I was not even going to do it, but Pete promised that catering would be serving Dole Whips and I was in.” By the time taping beings in mid-April, Klose, who is noted for his direction of football games for ESPN should be well rested and ready for what promises to be a round the clock marathon guiding six camera crews.

Co-executive producer Walter "DJ” Echols has been quoted as saying "At this point, the only thing we've told the cast is that they better be in shape, they’re in for a real surprise when they get here”. ”And to quote Nietzsche, That which does not kill us makes us stronger”. “I hope that our cast will feel that way when this is over.” Neither Werner or Klose commented on Echols statement.

The show is set to run sometime in the summer 2010.


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[PrincessSharon]

Febuary 1, 2010 - Burbank, Ca. Walt Disney Television today announced that they have given the greenlight to a new reality show and while the title has not yet been announced, the show will loosely follow the concept of the highly popular MTV series The Jersey Shore, (that is except for drinking). Disney tapped real live Jersey Shore native Pete "The Situation" Werner of the Orlando production company "DU" to serve as executive producer for the show. "Disney came to us for a proposal, I could think of only one idea to pitch" said Werner. "It will be west coast version of the MTV show, only with a family theme" Werner continued. "They (MTV) placed their cast in a house on the shore and they have them working at T-Shirt shop on the boardwalk, we're going to put our group in a hotel at Disneyland, and we'll have them working at the various concessions and rides at the California attraction". Werner concluded by saying, “I was born on the Jersey Shore, I know the Jersey Shore, the Jersey Shore is a friend of mine, and MTV, you’re not the Jersey Shore”.

Sources close to the project, while not giving out specific details, indicated that the cast will be involved in all aspects of "making the magic happen", from working behind the scenes in the many support roles to actually performing in the public "on stage" activities such as parades and working in gift stores. Several of the cast will even be asked to perform the Tinker Bell Drop from atop the 94 foot tall Sleeping Beauty Castle. Las Vegas based “Flying By Foy” has been retained to work with the cast, none of whom have ever been involved in these types of stunts.

According to Werner, "The hook that will grab the viewers is that none of the cast has any idea what they’re getting into. They think they're coming for a Disney Adventure Vacation. Heck, they even paid their own way to get here; the folks at Disney really loved that part". "We'll get to see their reaction on the first night when they see what they'll be asked to do, and as the week goes on, see the friendships and bonds grow as can only happen when you’re in the trenches serving snow cones on a hot California day."

It’s reported that the cast will first hear of the real nature of their "adventure" during a first night dinner event. Numbering forty, they will be coming from all parts of the country. The shooting schedule for the show, which received an 8 episode order, is set to be completed over a 5 day period.

Famed TV director Kevin "You can never get to" Klose was tapped to get the most out of the naive cast. "When I first heard from Pete that this was a go, all I could say was Oh My God, just the thought of getting eight one-hour shows taped in the time we've been given by Disney, it would be impossible”, said Klose. “At first I was not even going to do it, but Pete promised that catering would be serving Dole Whips and I was in.” By the time taping beings in mid-April, Klose, who is noted for his direction of football games for ESPN should be well rested and ready for what promises to be a round the clock marathon guiding six camera crews.

Co-executive producer Walter "DJ” Echols has been quoted as saying "At this point, the only thing we've told the cast is that they better be in shape, they’re in for a real surprise when they get here”. ”And to quote Nietzsche, That which does not kill us makes us stronger”. “I hope that our cast will feel that way when this is over.” Neither Werner or Klose commented on Echols statement.

The show is set to run sometime in the summer 2010.


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That's awesome!

Is this a good time to request a spot as a bellhop at the Tower of Terror?

 

[3guysandagal]

VERY GOOD!

 

[macman752]

Very funny. Thanks for making me smile--a lot.

 

[macman752]

Kat and I are good for the 14th and the 16th!

Have you down for the 14th.

 

[katscradle]

Have you down for the 14th.

Thank you! Can't miss this!

 

[katscradle]

I am late in posting and havent been around, but unfortunatly, I had to cancel this trip. Very sad. Something came up and I just can't do it at this time. I just want to wish everyone an awesome time and please please enjoy every moment!! I am sad, but still very thrilled for all of you that are going!! Don't know what is worse, not meeting all of you, or missing such a great trip It's ouch on top of ouch.

Wishing you all the best trip ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so sorry you had to cancel.
Hoping to meet you on one of our future trips!

 

[jmccormick]

Glad everyone enjoyed the news about the reality show. I was doing some painting over the weekend and the idea of "what if" came to mind, and since Kevin is still being so tight lipped, I figured that I would just speculate as to the wildest thing it could be; and in real life, I write software, not press releases so I'm doubly grateful that it gave you a laugh.

 

[klam_chowder]

got my airfare

should be in Hollywood by Sunday noon and heading out on the verrrrrry last flight on the last day of our Adventure!

Heather, I'd to join your table at Napa Rose

cheers,

 

[DisneyTaylors]

At WDW right now and the weather finally cooperated and produced a true gem today. We had a blast at Epcot today and noticed quite a bit more folks out as the rain seems to have let up for a day or so. This has been a great trip but we keep mentioning the April trip at times as our eagerness is almost beyond control. Talk to you all soon.

- Bill

 

[tmli]

Booked our Warner Brothers Studio Tour for April 12th. We decided on the deluxe tour for $198.00 per person. The tour only runs once a day and has a maximum of 12....anyone one else planning on doing this?

Does anyone know the easiest way to get to the studios without a car?

 

[stenogoddess]

Yeah Klam! Booking airfare is always such a big step!

Bill: Glad y'all are having a good time. I hope the ribs are enjoying their "do over"

Add me and Jeri to the In & Out Burger field trip, please!

 

[stenogoddess]

I am late in posting and havent been around, but unfortunatly, I had to cancel this trip. Very sad. Something came up and I just can't do it at this time. I just want to wish everyone an awesome time and please please enjoy every moment!! I am sad, but still very thrilled for all of you that are going!! Don't know what is worse, not meeting all of you, or missing such a great trip It's ouch on top of ouch.

Wishing you all the best trip ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

so sorry we'll miss you on this trip. I hope whatever is going on that caused the cancel works itself out soon!

 

[DisneyTaylors]

Bill: Glad y'all are having a good time. I hope the ribs are enjoying their "do over"

Thanks Lauren! : The rib has held up great and I have been able to enjoy every ride...multiple times.

- Bill