The New Moon hysteria begins, as MTV News reports that High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens has apparently auditioned for the upcoming Twilight sequel.

She reportedly tried out for the role of werewolf Leah Clearwater, Jacob Blacks heartbroken friend/enemy. It was indicated by Twilightactress Ashley Green that Hudgens, who had previously been rumored for the role, had taken the next step and tried out.

There is currently no release date for the film. Writers are presently in the middle of a rewrite of the script.