Exciting Times for "California Dreams" Concerts Kelly Packard joined us on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss the upcoming California Dreams concerts. She expressed her excitement about reconnecting with the cast and meeting diehard fans who have followed them for over 30 years. The cast is actively promoting the concerts with fun videos on social media.
The Genesis of the Reunion Shows Packard shared the origin of the reunion shows, revealing that she and Jenny Kwan had the idea about five years ago after attending a concert. They decided to produce it themselves, leading to a sold-out show in L.A. before COVID hit. After a successful reunion in New York, they are now planning more shows, including potential overseas performances.
Preparation for the Concerts Packard mentioned the challenges of preparing for the concerts, especially balancing her role as a mother of four. The cast typically rehearses the day before the show, which has worked well for them. She also noted the importance of staying vocally healthy in the weeks leading up to the performances.
Reflecting on "California Dreams" Appeal Packard reminisced about the show's appeal, attributing its success to the combination of friendship themes, music, and the California beach setting. She believes it was a natural extension of the popularity of "Saved by the Bell."
Impact on Packard's Life and Career For Packard, "California Dreams" was a dream come true, as she was a huge fan of "Saved by the Bell." The show changed her life overnight and provided her with opportunities in acting and music. She noted that it also helped her transition to roles like on "Baywatch."
Favorite Aspects of Playing Tiffany Packard enjoyed playing Tiffany, appreciating her positive and light-hearted nature. She reflected on how fun and carefree the character was, something she believes would benefit everyone.
Challenges with Music Rights and Streaming Packard discussed the challenges of getting "California Dreams" on streaming platforms, mainly due to music rights issues. She expressed hope that these issues could be resolved, allowing the show to reach new audiences and possibly lead to spinoffs or a reunion movie.
Potential Spinoff Ideas Packard and her co-stars have brainstormed ideas for a spinoff, including a show where she and Jenny Kwan's characters live together, reminiscent of "Three's Company." She expressed enthusiasm for being involved in any potential future projects.
A Return to Acting? Packard shared her desire to return to acting, feeling that she still has much to offer the industry. Although now living in Texas, she is open to auditions and believes her best work is still ahead of her.
Message to the Fans Packard expressed deep gratitude to the fans of "California Dreams," acknowledging their loyalty and the joy they bring her. She compared her own starstruck moments to the experiences of her fans meeting her and her co-stars.
Promoting the Upcoming Concerts Packard wrapped up by plugging the upcoming concerts on July 12th and 14th at the Ziggy Hotel on the Sunset Strip in L.A. Tickets are available at Bit.ly, with the link provided during the interview.
Social Media and Future Plans Despite losing her original Instagram account, Packard is back on social media and encouraged fans to find her at @thekellypackard. She remains optimistic about future projects and reconnecting with fans at events like 90s Con.
Conclusion
Kelly Packard’s enthusiasm for the "California Dreams" concerts and her reflection on the show's impact on her life and career made for an engaging interview. Fans can look forward to seeing her and the rest of the cast perform live and potentially seeing more from them in the future.