Zac Efron - What a Deal!

Zac Efron has done it again - besides being the superstar in the last 3 High School Musical movies, he has just signed a deal with Warner Brothers to start producing films.  Producing?  Yes, Zac can now develop new film ideas and continue to grow his influence in Hollywood.

Variety magazine noted that he has a 2 year deal with Warner Brothers and is the youngest ever to sign such a deal at 22 years old. Making the studio $136 million with '17 Again', Zac is well on his way!

Me and Orson Welles Zac Efron

What do Troy Bolton and Link Larkin have in common? They're both Richard Samuels in Zac Efron's new movie 'Me and Orson Welles'. "It is a coming of age story about this guy who talks his way into an adaptation of Orson Welles' Julius Caesar at New York's Mercury Theater. It's a look in the life of Orson Welles at that moment," noted Efron who's looking to move beyond the teenage persona of High School Musical 3 fame.

Although the character, Richard, is primarily fiction, director Richard Linklater noted that there was a young man in Orson Welles life who was involved in a production of Julius Caeser that he produced. "So much of this did happen. It's based in history but technically fiction," said Linklater. The script is based on an actual novel with the same title written by Robert Kaplow. Linklater has also directed such movies as 'Dazed and Confused' and 'School of Rock.'

With so much awareness of Orson Welles being promoted by the movie, Film Education in the UK has put together a study guide for 'Me and Orson Welles' that explores in detail the historical background of the film and the different ideas it contains.

It features study materials and film clips designed to stimulate debate, discussion and reflection on Orson Welles, Shakespeare, performance, theatrical production and filmmaking.

The study guide addresses core elements of learning in English, Media, Film and Theatre Studies. The materials are most suitable for students aged 14-18.

Here is the link for details - Film Education Study Guide

Zac Efron - His Career, Relationship and More

Is it possible that Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens are still as strong a relationship as ever? No, reports US Magazine. They noted that the over three year relationship was soon to come to an end even though insiders report this to be false.

"Things are going well with them. And they are both happy," reports an insider. "They spent months together up in Vancouver, where they are both filming movies."

In a recent interview, Zac Efron noted "I'm doing the same things as my friends in college – working, studying, trying to have fun whenever possible but usually getting pulled back into work". When asked about recent competition with Robert Patterson he said, "It's great because now I don't get so much female attention."

Currently working on the film 'The Death and Life of Charlie St Cloud' Efron feels that moving on from High School Musical 3 fame to a career like Leonardo DiCaprio would be great. "I was dead set against the guy when I was growing up, kind of force-fed his image from Titanic....Since then, through very hard work and incredible performances, he's done a complete 180 turn."

Zac Efron Talks about High School Musical 4

Found this great interview with Zac Efron. Enjoy!

Zac Efron: Jacket Worn by Troy Bolton on EBay!

Hurry, there's just a little time left to bid on Troy Bolton's High School Musical jacket only on eBay!! Closing on Friday 28th August and the winner will be announced the following day - the jacket is black with red stripes down the sleeves with a Red Hawks emblem.

By special arrangement with Radio Disney, Casa Mañana is able to offer this one-of-a-kind memento, mounted and framed behind glass, that includes photos of Efron and a commemorative "East High School Wildcats Yearbook."

Check out the eBay auction here.

Zac Efron: Me and Orson Welles

Ready for the next Zac Efron movie trailer? Here he is in 'Me and Orson Welles' where he plays the character of a teenage boy named Richard Samuals. Strangely, Zac curled his hair for this period piece directed by Richard Linkater. Starring Ben Chaplin and Claire Danes the movie revolves around Orson Welles directing 'Julius Ceasar' in the Mercury Theatre.

Zac Efron, Megan Fox and New Hair

Zac Efron may be trying to move himself away from the teen hearthrob image to some a bit more serious. Is it the roles he wants - or, perhaps a new, sexy girlfriend, Megan Fox!

Zac has been spotted with Megan at a cozy dinner where a source told Celebuzz: "They were very friendly and their faces were close when they talked."

The San Francisco Chronicle also reported that Zac will be starring in a new thriller written by the same pen as the 'Thomas Crown Affair'.

'High School Musical' seems to have become just too innocent for him - even getting him to change his hair and his girlfriend.

Time will tell....

Ask Zac Efron a Question!

I just saw that People Magazine is offering a chance for people to ask Zac Efron any question!! If selected your answer could appear in the next People Magazine! Don't miss out on this chance - it may only be a week. You could ask him anything: High School Musical 3, Vanessa Hudgens, etc.

Here's the quote from People: "The High School Musical movies made him a worldwide heartthrob. Now Zac Efron is starring as a disillusioned thirtysomething miraculously transformed back into his teen self in the upcoming comedy 17 Again. Want to know about the real-life 21-year-old's dream roles, his buffer-than-ever bod and his low-key life onscreen with his leading lady, Vanessa Hudgens? Send us your questions for Zac, and you could see them featured in an upcoming issue of PEOPLE!"

Here is the link: http://www.people.com/people/reader/email/0,,20270115,00.html

Zac Efron Gets Dirty

When asked about Zac Efron's pictures in April's Interview Magazine, Vanessa Hudgens noted, "damn! They're sexy" at the Kids' Choice Awards. Although, we're not quite she of what she thought of him posing with Edita Vilkeviciute who's nude - which Zac said was "pretty crazy". "It just kind of happened," said Efron, "She was so professional. It wasn't really up to me so I just kind of rolled with it. I had a great time. It was a refreshing kind of change."

You can find the pictures here:
http://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/zac-efron/

High School Musical 3 Wins at Kids Choice Awards

Nickelodeon reported that over 90 million votes were cast for the 2009 Kids Choice Awards with High School Musical 3 coming in first for the Favorite Movie category.

Zac Efron accepted the award and said, "Lately, a lot of people have been taking credit for bringing back the musical, the truth is we've known who's been responsible for bringing back the musical all along. It was you guys!"

Also winning was Vanessa Hudgens for Favorite Movie Actress.

Nickelodeon will be repeating the show in case you missed it. Check out the nomination and winners at the Nick Kids Choice Awards page.

Zac Efron Walks from Footloose

Why oh why would Paramount let Zac Efron walk from the remake of "Footloose"? Hard to know the inner workings of the production company execs - but, Zac is gone and the film lives on. Some insiders say that Zac was too tired making yet another musical that is supposed to be directed by Kenny Ortega (is he still directing the project?)

The studio had this to say: "Footloose is a project we've longed to see re-booted for a new generation. While Zac is no longer attached, we remain excited and committed to the collective brain trust of Kenny Ortega, Neil Meron and Craig Zaden, who will reinvigorate the franchise. Their fresh take on the film will undoubtedly be filled with the same kind of breakout performances that we've come to expect from them."

Zac just completed "Me and Orsen Wells" with Claire Daines.

How Old is Zac Efron?

This question just keeps coming up over and over. So, Zac Efron was born in San Luis Obispo, CA on October 18, 1987. As of this posting he is 21.

Zac Efron, Justin Timberlake and Robert Pattinson?

Could three of the hottest young actors get together for something that no one expected? How about Zac Efron from High School Musical and maybe just a bit of Justin Timberlake - and, well, then add vampire fav Robert Pattinson to the mix and now you have a future movie!

Put them in a historical drama about Kent State University during the 1970's Vietnam protests and now you have a release called 'Ohio'. According to Star Magazine - "Everyone in the industry is shocked that Rob is already getting such big roles. Zac and Justin have been working for a lot longer than he has. There is a bit of jealousy there. Zac’s people want him to have the lead. And Justin’s people have asked that he get a lot of screen time."

There is no scheduled release date yet for 'Ohio'. Stay tuned!

HSM3 Prank with Zac Efron

On the set of High School Musical 3: Senior Year, Zac Efron and Corbin Bleu play a behind-the-scenes prank with a mannequin.

Can I Have This Dance

I really love this song!!!

Zac Efron on the Cover of Teen Vogue

BuddyTV reported that in the upcoming October issue of Teen Vogue, HSM lead Zac Efron will be the cover article. In a behind the scenes video on the magazine's website he noted, "I'm glad that someone is honoring the new and up-and-coming stars. I think there's a lot of new talent coming up. I'm proud to be representing!"

But Zac is part of that new talent bring amazing success to the Disney empire and becoming one of the most popular name in teen history. Even with that he still has some interest in the past - "I love Fred Estaire, Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor... I could go on for days with old Hollywood," he said.

But, much like the hollywood jet setters of the past he's part of the current media success, "I'm growing up under a magnifying glass, and I just try to rise above it and live my life." This has been a burden as well leaving little privacy he told Teen Vogue, "You don't realize until it's gone, but it is so important to feel normal."

With the upcoming October release of High School Musical 3 Efron feels the pressure - a time to break his teen image to something more adult. Much like HSM3 he has similar questions, "The stakes are higher because there are real decisions to be made. What college are you going to? What happens to the girl? It's fun watching Troy grow into a man!"

Teen Vogue will reach newsstands on September 9th.

Some HSM3 Movie Stills

Found some cool production stills made during the filming of HSM3.