Will "California Dreams" ever be released on DVD? 

I wish I knew the answer to this one.  Maybe with Saved By The Bell being released on DVD now, CD might not be far behind.  BUT -- I have no proof either way.  Your best bet is to keep an eye out on http://www.tvshowsondvd.com -- they are pretty good about reporting news of a show that is heading to DVD.  You can also vote for the show if you'd like (voting for the show will NOT make it released on DVD - the website has no say, they take votes only for audience interest).

Do the "California Dreams" have a CD out? 

Yes, the Dreams have a CD out but only of the 1st season. (Matt, Jenny, Tony, Tiffani). The 2nd CD, "The California Dreams Anthology" was made as a gift and not for the public.   (Although sometimes you will find them on eBay). 

Do you think they will bring back the re-runs of "California Dreams" any time soon?

As of September 1, 2003 - CD is no longer on the air. :(

Yes, they do. They all really do sing the songs, but sometimes for the lack of time, the songs must be dubbed over. (Certain episodes you can tell, I know.); Recently, new information has come out that the singing voice for 'Jake' was really Barry Coffing and for 'Mark' it was Zachary Thorne ('The Heights' soundtrack).

From what I know, they all play their instruments. I do know that Aaron plays the piano/keyboard, drums, etc. (Source: He said it on the dating game show "Bzzz!"), Kelly learned a little about the bass, just enough to 'fake' playing on the show (Source: She mentioned this on a talk show, I believe it was "Later" with Joe Rogan, I think). About Jennie Kwan and keyboards, I'm not really sure.

Your best bet is to try various online websites (like eBay, half.com, etc.) - its Out of Print and might be hard to find. The "California Dreams Anthology" is a VERY RARE FIND.  It sometimes pops up on Ebay (either as an original or a copy) - this usually goes for big $$$.  It was only created and given to the cast and the crew of the show and not available for sale to fans. 

What is the cast doing now, since the show is off the air?

This is what I know: (If anyone knows anything different, or something to add, let me know!)

Tiffani (Kelly Packard) --- Field Correspondent for "Ripley's! Believe It Or Not" with Dean Cain on the Superstation (TBS); check local listings for time and channel

Jake (Jay Anthony Franke) -- moved back to L.A. and has been working (non-TV/acting relating). Not really sure what he's been up to now.

Tony (William James Jones) -- nothing that I can find.

Sam (Jennie Kwan) -- has been playing the part of "Jasmine" in the California Adventures show of "Aladdin' (not every show, she alternates with another actress) and is a new member of the group "Nobody's Angel"

Sly (Michael Cade) -- A movie that he made in 1999 called "The Haven" has been released in the UK on DVD. You can find it listed on Ebay or information in the Internet Movie Database.

As for Lorena, (Diana Uribe) I saw she was in a video on "How to take your SATs"! Other than that, I'm not really sure.  

There are 2 Yahoo groups that I know of.  E-mail CaliforniaDreams@yahoogroups.com if you would like to join.

And E-mail CaliforniaDreamsMusicTV@yahoogroups.com if you'd like to join this one.

Vikki's UK List at Smartwatch

The fan club for Kelly Packard (that I had an address on) is no longer valid. Fan mail was being returned.

There are a few books out there written by a Chelsea Brooks. There are nine (9) of them and they are just stories that were never made into shows. Most are hard to get a hold of, mostly they have to be ordered. Some titles are listed at Amazon Books. I have a found a few of them (for cheap!) on Half.com. If you would like descriptions on these stories, go to the Books page.  There is another book titled "California Dreams: Behind The Scenes". It was published in July 1993, so I don't think it includes Jay Anthony Franke (Jake) or Jennie Kwan (Sam). Another book entitled "The Totally Cool California Dreams Scrapbook" by Stacey Fox, is also listed under Amazon Books. (All books are hard to find and out of print)

Yes there is! Rick, Allan, and I and a group of other fans have come together to create "Season 6" of the show. Other stories written by fans can be found here: Rick's Fan Fic Central!  

What about the original cast members? Matt, Jenny, Mom, Dad, and Dennis?

Well this is what I have: Matt (Brent Gore) has his webpage - BrentleyGore.com  (Not updated)

Jenny (Heidi Lenhart) -- last seen in ABC Family's "Au Pair II"

Mom, (Gail Ramsey) -- She is an ordained minister. Today Ramsey leads Semeion Ministries where readers can write her at 4610 Virginia Ave, Longbeach, CA 90805.

Michael Cutt (Dad), has been seen in numerous commercials, and played a cop on "Melrose Place"

As for Dennis (Ryan O'Neill)...Check out this site.

Is there an address or email address that I can write to the show/actors?

There was one for Kelly Packard's fanclub but it is now invalid (mail being returned). You can write to Brent Gore at his official site: BrentleyGore.Com and for Jay Anthony Franke at his official site JayAnthonyFranke.Com (although the site hasn't been updated in a long time and not sure if your emails would be passed on to Jay).  

Is the cast dating anyone in real life?

As of now the only ones I'm positive of are: Kelly Packard (married, Darrin) and Jay Anthony Franke has a girlfriend.  

Will there ever be a Dreams Reunion?

I doubt it.  Too much time has past and the show wasn't really that popular to begin with :(  

How old is the cast?

Kelly Packard (January 29, 1975) - she's 29
Jay Anthony Franke (May 17, 1972) - 32
Heidi Lenhart (August 22, 1973) - 31
Michael Cade (June 14, 1973) - 31
Brent Gore (June 19, 1974) - 30
Aaron Jackson (June 26, 1973) - 31
William James Jones (August 4, 1974) - 30
Jennie Kwan (September 9, 1974) - 30
Diana Uribe (October 8, 1975) - 29 

What is the cast like off-camera? 

(From 16 Magazine Special: "Superstars" - William's (Tony's) B-day Party story, March 1996)

"Kelly Packard is the sweetest thing in the world. She'd do anything for you. She's a kind girl, just like her character."
"Jennie Kwan is the same, but more ambitious. She wants to learn, she's constantly studying. She was in Miss Saigon and she want to be ready for other projects."
"Michael Cade is wild! Crazy! A nut!"
"Aaron Jackson is kind. If he's your friend, he's your friend to the end."
"Jay Anthony Franke is a partier-big time! He's very generous and treats everyone very well. He's a big giver."
"Diana Uribe is also very sweet, but more quiet than the others. She's very involved with her special guy when she's not busy with the show."

Other sources say: "Michael Cade is a lot like his character Sly."
"Jay Anthony Franke is a sweetheart."
"Jennie and Kelly are sweet wonderful women."
"Diana is fun and a bit of a flirt."
"Aaron is a nice guy with a strong connection to his family."
"William is very funny, very cool, and a great kid." 

Why don't you put some MP3s of songs to download on your page?

I have posted MP3s on my site now.  ALL the songs are available -- including the hard-to-find studio versions of songs from the "Anthology" CD.  Many thanks to Aaron D. for these songs!  A few songs by "Matt" were not on the Anthology so I only have "TV Versions" available. 

Anyone have their own official website?

Jay - Jay Anthony Franke (not updated in a LONG time)
Brent - BrentleyGore.com