At Justin Bieber's Movie Premiere
Canadian singing phenom takes over Los Angeles. Next stop: The World!
Has anyone ever told you to stop dreaming, it’ll never happen? Well, here’s what Justin Bieber has to say about that: Never Say Never!
My dream certainly came true when my Scholastic editor sent me an email asking if I was interested in covering the red carpet premiere of the Justin Bieber documentary Never Say Never. I immediately screamed out loud and jumped with joy, turning the whole house upside down. I was on top of the world!
Finally, after much anticipation and preparation, the day of the premiere was here. My heart was pounding as I took my place behind the rope line on Tuesday afternoon. In one hour, Justin Bieber, along with other stars coming to see the movie, would be walking down the red carpet, or in this case, the purple carpet! (Purple is Justin’s favorite color.)
Posters were everywhere and fans were screaming at the cameras. The sound was deafening. I knew I was in the middle of Bieber Fever just by the sheer volume of the shreeks.
Teenage girls wore shirts that read, “I LUV JB,” and “Marry me, Justin!” Suddenly, the loud speakers played Justin Bieber’s hit song, “Baby,” and fans began singing along to the lyrics. They cried, screamed, and laughed as they shook with the Fever!
Before I knew it, the stars had arrived. The publicists were very friendly and brought actors and actresses to my spot on the rope line to talk to me. I interviewed the boy band Allstar Weekend, Debby Ryan from Suite Life on Deck, Bradley Steven Perry from Good Luck Charlie, and Madeline Carroll from The Spy Next Door and Flipped.
“Keep reading,” said Zachary Gordon from Diary of a Wimpy Kid when I asked him what he would like to tell Scholastic News readers. “You always learn a life lesson from every book you read.”
I also caught a glimpse of Selena Gomez and Miley Cyrus. After each interview, I’d say to myself, “Did I really just interview that person?!” I had a blast hanging out with the stars!
Finally, Justin Bieber was heading my direction. The reporters around me told me I might only get to ask him one question, so I chose my favorite one. Justin gave me his full attention, and I hurriedly asked my question before they moved him away.
Reporters were squeezed all around me, trying to get a good shot of Justin. I tried to take in everything at once. It all happened in a flash, but I got two questions in. I found out we have one thing in common—we both do household chores!
The cast and crew also came my way. Scooter Braun, Justin's manager, was just like Justin described in his book First Step 2 Forever—excited, funny, and super friendly. I asked him what he saw as the greatest growth in Justin.
“He’s becoming a man,” Scooter told me. “It’s not just about how he handles his success, but he also handles his failures very well.”
Dan Cutforth, one of the producers of Never Say Never, described Biebermania.
“If you hold your microphone in the air, and say Justin’s coming, you’ll see it first hand,” he explained. “It’s just some sort of strange power that overtakes crowds of teenage girls. It’s simply a phenomenon.”
It was a fantastic, amazing night that I’ll never forget. Check out my video interview with the stars on the purple carpet! But be careful. You could catch the fever, too!
PHOTO: Justin Bieber, 16, talks to Scholastic News Kid Reporter Cassandra Hsiao at the premiere of his 3D documentary movie Never Say Never. (Photo Courtesy Cassandra Hsiao)
Great job Cassandra. You are such an amazing writer. I can't wait to see the video.
Posted by: Mr. K | 02/10/2011 at 12:52 AM
Nice Cassandra!!! You rock!!! you have always been a great writer!!!
--Lani
Posted by: Lani | 02/10/2011 at 03:29 PM
Awesome job, Cassandra!
We wuv 'ya! =P
Posted by: Nat & Nick | 02/10/2011 at 07:21 PM
Sweey job on the interview Cassy!
Posted by: Ephrem | 02/10/2011 at 07:25 PM
Hey Cassandra....no kidding...you did it! I couldn't believe it when I watched the video....talk to me friday! I want to hear all about it.
Posted by: Jacinta | 02/10/2011 at 09:45 PM
No way! Justin Bieber and all those other stars! How did you ever get that opportunity! You are such a great reporter though, it's not a surprise. I'm guessing that you have the "Bieber Fever" too! It's really contagious and I fear that two girls at my school are dyeing of it. Fortunatley, I'm not infected, but when I saw that you read the article, I just had to read it since you wrote it and that other article that i read by you was so great, I couldn't resist.
I LOVE YOUR WRITING!!!
Posted by: Jy | 02/10/2011 at 10:10 PM
I really liked your interview but what do you mean when you said he if he got grounded?
Posted by: Gerry Press | 02/11/2011 at 06:17 AM
Good job Cassandra! Keep it up and Never say Never!
Posted by: Han Han | 02/11/2011 at 08:03 AM
Great job Cassandra, you were really good. I think you will be a famus writer someday! :) Emily Muñoz
Posted by: Emily | 02/11/2011 at 10:49 AM
Thanx all of you, I learned so much from this interview (writing and interview skills). I'm blessed to have this opportunity. I spent hours doing this assignment - doing research about actors and actresses attending this premiere; cast and crew, and Justin Bieber himself. At the same time I had to complete my school projects and assignments. It was hardwork but it paid off in the end. I had a blast at the premiere!!!
To Gerry: "Grounded" means being emotionally and physically stable. It also means admirably sensible. Ex: "Justin Bieber remains grounded despite all the praise and attention..." (Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
Posted by: KR; Cassandra | 02/11/2011 at 11:46 AM
Amazing job Cassandra! That must have been so much fun! You're an amazing writer and I can't wait to read more articles by you. :) Great job!
Posted by: Tessa | 02/11/2011 at 06:21 PM
Good Job, Cassandra!! :D ~Jessica W.
Posted by: Jessica | 02/11/2011 at 06:57 PM
This is such a great opportunity - I wish I could do that too! great job
Posted by: Artur | 02/15/2011 at 11:59 PM
I love JB. Nice Casandra, you did an awesome job!!!!! + Purple is my favorite color!!!!
Posted by: Olivia | 02/19/2011 at 10:23 AM
Madeline Carroll rocks!
Posted by: mintchocolatechip100 | 02/20/2011 at 04:01 PM
justin i want to go see your movie it was cool,i was cryin on some parts.
Posted by: mrs.bieber | 02/22/2011 at 12:09 PM
Wow!! I just read about your interview in the school newsletter and I'm so amazed! You really are impressive. Congratulations on working with Scholastic. They are lucky to have you. Great job!:)
Posted by: Angeline | 02/22/2011 at 03:21 PM
Nice Job ! u rock. I Luv JB . I Have The Bieber fever. Purple Is also my fav color
Posted by: Samantha | 02/23/2011 at 10:50 AM
You are a great writer! It's cool you met Justin Bieber!
Posted by: Roberson 9th Period | 02/28/2011 at 04:08 PM
that is so cool 4 u 2 b there with all the stars.u rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)
at writing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:) ;)
Posted by: Angela | 03/01/2011 at 05:42 PM
I love Justin Bieber So Much
By-By Love
Emily
P.s Happy 17Th Birthday! Justin Drew Bieber I am your biggest fan so is my sister and my cosin so have fun on your 17th Birthday Justin and Good Luck on your next Concert P.ss I saw your new movie Justin Bieber Never say Never and I Loved it a lot FROM YOUR BIGGEST FAN EMILY!
Posted by: Emily | 03/01/2011 at 06:25 PM
omg justin is awesome!!! i luv him!!!
you are rlly lucky Cassandra you dont kno how many girls wished they were you including me :)
Posted by: Delaney | 03/08/2011 at 09:14 PM
I love he`s big movie!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: bebier | 03/15/2011 at 12:54 PM
i still havent seen his movie but good job casey
Posted by: Cameon | 03/22/2011 at 08:22 PM
C..............you are sooooooooooo lucky
i wish i was you........great job
you GO girl
Posted by: izzy | 03/24/2011 at 12:42 AM