Reuters reports that Disney is already hard at work on its next musically-themed comedy series, “Dance Dance Chicago.” Reuters describes the show as “contemporary tale of two kids working as back-up dancers on an ‘American Bandstand’-type show.”

This is a smart move for Disney, as their musically-based projects are always massively successful (think High School Musical, Camp Rock, Hannah Montana, Muppet Sweeney Todd, etc..). Disney is also reportedly working on a music-themed show for its much manlier Disney DX Channel, entitled “I’m in the Band.”

“Dance Dance Chicago” is now casting, and production will likely begin in January. Writing and executive producing is Chris Thompson, creator of “The Naked Truth,” “Action” and “Ladies Man.” Should be quite a hit. That is, if kids can frolick around the streets of Chicago singing and dancing without getting the crap beaten out of them.