Girl's Life Interview
Meet Matt Ballinger of Dream Street. He's only 16, but he checked in with GL on his cell (it even sounded like he was in a limo).
GL: What year are you in school?
I am going to be a junior in high school.
Dream Street is promoting studyworksonline.com. What's your favorite subject in school?
Yea, we are doing a concert for them, and my favorite subject is math.
You guys must be super busy. How do you manage to juggle school, acting and music all at the same time?
It's tough, really tough, but we find a way. I don't know how we do it. Sometimes we rehearse after school, stay up late and just get it done. It's hard, but fun.
Did you always want to be in music?
Yes, I have always wanted to do this. Before Dream Street, I did a bunch of Broadway shows. I can list them for you if you want?
OK!
I have done The Sound of Music, A Christmas Carol, The King and I� did I say that already� and Inherit the Wind.
What is it like to see yourself on TV and in magazines?
Pretty Cool!
What are your fans like?
They are great. They really like the group a lot.
What is the craziest thing a fan ever did to you?
Well, this one time this girl...well, maybe I shouldn't say, but they can be crazy. Girls try and pull you off stage and into the audience.
That's pretty crazy! Do you guys get to pick out your own clothes?
Sometimes, but most of the time other people pick them out.
What kind of music do you like to listen to when you aren't working?
Sublime. I like rock music� the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Third Eye Blind.
Who are your favorite celebrities?
That's easy. Barry Bonds and Tiki Barber. He's the New York Giants' running back.
If you could go on a date with any celebrity, who would you pick?
Hmmm...That's a good question. Umm, I'd have to say Britney Spears or the blonde girl from Dream (Matt couldn't remember her name. It's Melissa.)
What is the best part about being in a boy band?
Well, I would have to say that you get to hang out with your friends all the time. All the guys in Dream Street hang out together, and the girls are really cool, too.