We shot 'High School Musical' in eight weeks. I spent longer rehearsing for 'Hairspray' than filming 'High School Musical'.

I wore goofy hats to school and did musical theater. Most people thought I was a dork. But if you have a sense of humor about it, no one can bring you down.

High School Musical has been a blessing and a gift.

If you'd have asked me when I was auditioning for High School Musical if I ever thought I was going to play a Marine...