‘High School Musical’ cast reunites 10 year later

Anahi Marquez, Staff Writer

It’s been ten years since “High School Musical” graced our lives. On Wednesday, January 20, 2016, Disney Channel televised a reunion special. Original cast members Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, and Lucas Grabeel headed back to East High to reflect on the movie for a 10th anniversary special. Notably missing, Zac Efron wasn’t able to attend the reunion.

“High School Musical” debuted on Disney Channel on Jan. 20, 2006. They challenged the status quo, broke free from their respective cliques and started something new together in the name of music. “High School Musical” was a major movie that really impacted many kids, and it continues to remain a big deal for everyone.

 

The reunion started with a few comments on how much things had changed since the movie. They remarked on the technology and clothes worn during this movie. Then, Ashley Tisdale surprised Corbin Bleu with a frame of his Wildcat jersey.

 

After that, the group watched their audition tapes. While Lucas Grabeel and Ashley Tisdale poked fun at their horrid dance moves, Vanessa Hudgens looked completely terrified and speechless at her audition tape with Zac Efron. Monique Coleman and Corbin Bleu were able to laugh at their awkward selves.

 

The reunion continued with them watching a tape of their dance rehearsals. Lucas Grabeel said about the movie, “It wasn’t about the dance moves, it wasn’t about the choreography. It was about the spirit. I really think that was it. That number said it all.” Grabeel was referring to the last dance in the movie, “We’re All In This Together.”

 

Finally, everyone shared their favorite scenes throughout the movie. A video of Zac Efron was shown as he shared his favorite scene.
The special ended with Corbin Bleu shouting, “What team?” and everyone replied with “Wildcats!” They were all in it together (almost).  Hopefully, we can look forward to a “High School Musical 2” reunion in the near future with everyone there.