Tag: Disney
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Disney Earns 16 Screen Actors Guild Award Nominations
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The Walt Disney Company today received 16 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations. The nominations come from across its different brands and studios. These include 20th Television, ABC, ABC Signature, Disney+, FX, Hulu, Lucasfilm Ltd., Marvel Studios, National Geographic, and Searchlight Pictures. The winners will be announced on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Here is the full…
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Disney and Pixar’s ‘Soul’ Arrives in Theaters This Weekend!
There were several films from Disney and Pixar that were released on Disney+ instead of the theaters due to the impacts of the pandemic. Now, these films are getting a chance to be seen on the big screen (which really is how every Pixar film should be seen at least once). The first film that…
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Florida Republican House Speaker Says No to Disney District Legislation Changes
The Republican House Speaker in Florida has said no to legislation that would return the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District to its former iteration, the Reedy Creek Improvement District. The district is the home to most of Walt Disney World Resort. While talking to reporters on Tuesday, House Speaker Paul Renner said that he still…
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Two Communities Within the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Prepare For End of Services Agreement
Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake met this last Wednesday to prepare for the end of a services agreement with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This will lead to the district no longer providing most government services for these two communities. This transition will take place on January 16, 2024. The change comes as…
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GIFT GUIDE: Valentine’s Day Gifts on shopDisney
Valentine’s Day is just a month away and NOW is the time to start thinking of what to get your special someone. This is the time to pick that perfect gift with plenty of time to wrap it and have a way to present it in the perfect way. There are some really cute possibilities…
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Inside ‘Echo,’ Marvel Studios’ Gritty and Grounded New Series
Marvel Studios’ Echo is set after the events of 2021’s Hawkeye, in which Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox) exacted her revenge on Kingpin (Vincent D’Onofrio), thereby putting herself in grave danger. That climactic conflict is revisited in Echo, a self-contained five-episode series that follows Maya’s pursuit of payback and power. Before filming began at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, Ga., in…
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Walt Disney World Preview Center | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 10, 1970
On this day in 1970, the Walt Disney World Preview Center opened in Florida, almost two years before the Resort itself would open. The Preview Center would act a first tour of the new “Vacation Kingdom of the World” for over one million guests, 5,000 of which visited on opening weekend. It offered an in-depth…
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This Spring Festival, Celebrate the New Year with Mushu the Dragon at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, January 9, 2024 – As the countdown to the Year of the Dragon begins, Shanghai Disney Resort is gearing up for an enchanting and immersive Year of the Dragon celebration, welcoming guests from Shanghai and beyond to enjoy traditional reunions with family and friends sprinkled with Disney magic! From January 18 through February 24, guests…
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Racing Into January – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #694
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there are a lot of exciting things to geek out about. First off, the return of the Disneyland Half Marathon this weekend! Daps Magic is setting up a cheer team to support runners. If you would like to join, be sure to keep your eyes on DapsMagic.com this week…
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Three More Sleeps Until Bluey
In just three days ten new episodes of Bluey will be arriving on Disney+. That’s right, in just three sleeps it will be January 12, 2024 and ten all-new episodes will be available to watch on Disney’s streaming service. Bluey was the #1 most watched series in 2023 for preschoolers and kids in the US*.…
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Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Road Closures
January 11 through 14, the Disneyland Half Marathon will find thousands of runners making their way through and around the Disneyland Resort. These races will be magical for those running as they are cheered on by spectators along with Disney characters they see around the way. Both the Disneyland 10k and Disneyland Half Marathon will…
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PHOTOS/VIDEO: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Update at Disneyland – January 7, 2024
Work continues on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the Disneyland Resort (and also at Walt Disney World Resort). The attraction continues its transformation from Splash Mountain to this new story following Princess Tiana and friends before opening later this year. On Sunday, January 7, 2024, Daps Magic team member Angela stopped by Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at…
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Current Country Bear Jamboree Set to Close This Month to Make Way For New Show
The Country Bear Musical Jamboree is set to be coming to Magic Kingdom in 2024. Today Disney announced updates about this new iteration of this beloved opening day attraction. First off, the current Country Bear Jamboree will be ending its run at Walt Disney World on January 27, 2024. Below is a video of this…
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New Stitch Attacks Snacks Collection Arrives on shopDisney
The first of twelve parts of the Stitch Attacks Snacks collection has arrived on shopDisney. This collection will have Stitch working his way through the year enjoying his favorite snacks. This month the snack of choice is a pretzel. Next month, popcorn. Below is a look at the pretzel portion of the Stitch Attacks Snacks…
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New Mandalorian Movie Announced
Today a new movie based on The Mandalorian was announced by Star Wars. Called The Mandalorian & Grogu, it will be directed by Jon Favreau and go into production sometime in 2024. It will be produced by Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, and Dave Filoni. “I have loved telling stories set in the rich world that George…
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Pictorial: Marvel Studios “Echo” Launch Event
Cast and filmmakers from Marvel Studios’ upcoming series “Echo” joined guests and fans on the red carpet outside the Regency Village Theater in Westwood earlier tonight for a special launch event. All five episodes of the new series begin streaming at 6 p.m. PT tomorrow, January 9, 2024, on Disney+ and Hulu. In attendance were Alaqua Cox, Chaske…
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Don Donald | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 9, 1937
On this day in 1937, the animated short ‘Don Donald’ was released. It was the second cartoon to star Donald Duck and the first to include his love interest. The short featured “Donna Duck” in her only cartoon appearance, a predecessor to Daisy Duck. Both Donald and Donna were voiced by Clarence Nash. Donna’s voice…
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‘Welcome to Wrexham’ Brings Home Five Emmys
Welcome to Wrexham received 5 Emmys at the 75th Creative Arts Emmy Awards over the weekend. The awards were given to the first season of the series which is currently streaming on Hulu. Produced by FX, Welcome to Wrexham is a docuseries that chronicles what happens when Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds purchase a struggling football…
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Brazilian Runner Outduels Countryman to Win Walt Disney World Marathon
Brazilian runner’s victory marks the country’s 17th win in the last 19 Walt Disney World Marathons; Michigan runner claims women’s title; race caps a four-day event weekend featuring beloved Disney entertainment, cool merchandise, industry-leading medals and classic Disney characters LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 7, 2024) – The magical rivalry between two Brazilian training partners continued…
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Walt Disney World Resort’s Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Closed for Multi-Month Refurbishment
One of the more popular attractions at Walt Disney World Resort is now closed for a multi-month refurbishment. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed on Monday for a routine refurbishment that will see no changes to the theme. The attraction closed on Monday, January 8, 2024, and is expected to reopen in…
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Disney Brings Home Five Golden Globes
On Sunday night The Walt Disney Company brought home five Golden Globe Awards. The 81st Golden Globes took place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles and was hosted by comedian Jo Koy. Disney’s wins came from its stable of brands and studios including FX, FX Productions, Hulu Originals, and Searchlight Pictures. The Bear was…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Florida Resident Disney Thrills Ticket
Walt Disney World Resort has announced a new discount for Florida residents wishing to visit in 2024. The Florida Resident Disney Thrill Ticket will be available to purchase starting on January 11th and is a 2-day ticket for $199 (plus tax). There is also the ability to extend this to a 3-day ticket for $219…
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Cast of “Tale of the Lion King” Takes Final Bow at Disneyland
On Sunday January 7, 2023, the cast of Tale of The Lion King took its final bow at Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland. This show, narrated by the Storytellers of the Pride Lands, told the story of The Lion King. This was done in a beautiful and unique way that include favorite songs from the animated…
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‘TRON’ Star Cindy Morgan Dead at 69
Cindy Morgan, who starred in movies like TRON and Caddy Shack died at the age of 69. The news came out of Florida from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s office, which confirmed the news saying the actress had died of natural causes. It is believed that she died on December 30, 2023. The Sheriff’s office…