Author: Daps Magic
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Runners Get Their Kicks On Route 66 at Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Actor Sean Astin to lead sold out field of more than 17,000 registered runners along half marathon course through all-new Cars Land at newly reopened Disney California Adventure ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 23, 2012) – The Happiest Race on Earth just got happier as runners in the Disneyland Half Marathon…
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MEAC/SWAC Challenge Presented by Disney Inspires Careers
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 24, 2012— While football is at the center of the upcoming MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney, the annual event is more than just a game for two Disney Cast Members. It was the spark that inspired them to follow their dreams and land careers…
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People Like Us on Blu-ray & DVD on October 2, 2012
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE “Humane and riveting…One of the year’s very best!” – Pete Hammond – Boxoffice Magazine From The Studio That Brought You “The Help,” Comes The Inspirational Story About Family Reconnections And Life’s Changes Starring Chris Pine, Elizabeth Banks, Olivia Wilde and Michelle Pfeiffer PEOPLE LIKE US Releases on…
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Once Upon a Time: The Complete First Season – Blu-Ray Review by Mr. DAPs
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Once Upon a Time is the hit ABC television show that offers a new glimpse at some very old and well known fairy tales. Beginning with the story of Snow White in the pilot, it continues on and explores many other fairy tales in a somewhat traditional…
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DSW Launches New Shoe Collection inspired by Disney’s Cinderella
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 23, 2012—An exciting new line of evening and wedding fashion footwear — inspired by the 1950 Disney animated classic film, “Cinderella” — will soon be available from leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, DSW. “The Glass Slipper Collection” hits DSW stores and dsw.com Oct. 1…
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The Richard Petty Driving Experience Takes High-Speed Adventure Around Walt Disney World Speedway
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway is the place of dreams, offering race fans and adventure-seekers the ultimate thrill of riding in or driving a race car around the one-mile tri-oval Walt Disney World Speedway. Guests are offered several…
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Ghosts of the Abyss on 3D Blu-ray on 9/11!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE The Real Story Behind Titanic Unveils In An All-New Digitally Restored Version for the Very First Time on Disney Blu-ray 3DTM & Blu-ray 2D Walt Disney Pictures Presents “Ghosts of the Abyss” In Association with WALDEN MEDIA an EARTHSHIP PRODUCTION Available for Purchase at Retail Stores Nationwide, September 11,…
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Brave Gallops to Blu-Ray Super Set in November
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE THE #1 ANIMATED FILM OF THE YEAR! Debuts November 13, 2012 on Blu-ray Combo Pack Featuring Hours of Exciting All-New Bonus Material Including the Never-Seen-Before Animated Short “The Legend of Mor’du” Burbank, Calif., August 22, 2012 — Disney•Pixar proudly announces the Blu-rayTM hi-def debut of “Brave,” the year’s #1 animated movie…
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‘Great Irish Hooley’ Festival Rocks Labor Day Weekend at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Downtown Disney
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Never heard of a “Hooley?” Then it ‘s time to step up and experience Central Florida’s first Great Irish Hooley August 31-Sept. 3 at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Downtown Disney Pleasure Island. The hooley – Irish slang for a party…
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New Winnie The Pooh Smackerel Shorts Feature Disney’s Favorite Plush Bear with Inspiring Messages
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE From the character artists and producers at Disney Consumer Products comes a new series of shorts created to celebrate “feel-good” moments with Disney’s classic character, Winnie the Pooh. Both nostalgic and popular, Pooh and his friends are timeless Disney icons that continue to drive the development of high…
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Disney Helps Write Story of New Library
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug 15, 2012 – Walt Disney World donated $150,000 to the Osceola Board of County Commissioners for its public library project in Celebration, giving residents of West Osceola access to a greater number of books, computers and other public resources. The library, already under…
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NEW Toy Story Toon – PARTYSAURUS REX!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Ain’t No Party Like a BATHTUB Party! The toys are back! Disney*Pixar’s brand-new Toy Story Toon, PARTYSAURUS REX, will run in theaters before FINDING NEMO 3D starting September 14th. This adorable short is directed by Mark Walsh, produced by Kim Adam, and is the third installment of Toy Story Toons. “Partysaurus Rex”…
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Final Phase of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort “The Little Mermaid” Opens September 15
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Guests are invited to slumber in Ariel’s colorful retreat at “The Little Mermaid” wing at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, opening Sept. 15 at Walt Disney World Resort. Themed to one of the most celebrated animated films of all time “The Little Mermaid”…
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Time to Get Down to MONKEY Business!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE In celebration of DisneyNature’s August 21st release of CHIMPANZEE on Blu-ray Combo Pack, we’ve got a whole lot of cuteness to share! How familiar were the chimps with the production team during filming? Find out by downloading a Q&A interview with director Alastair Fothergill! How adorable are the chimps? Check out the…
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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Offers Happy Haunts for 23 Nights at Walt Disney World Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Ghouls and goblins gather at Disney for a bewitching Halloween spooktacular during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party beginning Sept. 11 at Magic Kingdom. A pumpkin-orange glow and light fog along with ghostly silhouettes dancing atop the roofs of Main Street, U.S.A create lots of…
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Ashdon and Disney Announce Their First Disney Princess-Inspired Prom Dress Collection
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE The New Disney Forever Enchanted Line Makes Its Debut at the Atlanta Apparel & Prom Market in August NEW YORK, NY, August 6, 2012 — Ashdon, Inc. and Disney Consumer Products announced today the launch of its Disney Forever Enchanted collection, a new line of prom dresses inspired by…
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Finding…SHARK WEEK!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE As the Discovery Channel kicks-off their annual Shark Week this Sunday, August 12th, Disney*Pixar would like share a very special message: Fish are Friends! FINDING NEMO 3D Swims into Theaters September 14th! “Testimonies” Film Clip** What kind of shark is Chum? How many teeth does Bruce actually have? Find out…
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U.S. Military Can Make More Memories with Special Tickets, Room Rates in 2012-2013 at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. / ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 8, 2012) – America’s military personnel will have more opportunities to make and share precious Disney vacation memories through special theme park tickets and special pricing for accommodations. At Walt Disney World Resort -from Aug. 17, 2012 through Sept. 25, 2013,…
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Disney Cast Members Donate Record 3.1 Million School Supplies, 13,000 Backpacks to Central Florida Students
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 9, 2012 – School superintendents from Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake and Polk counties today joined Disney VolunEARS and Mickey Mouse to celebrate a record 3.1 million supplies and 13,000 backpacks that are on the way to students across Central Florida. The supplies, all…
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Vacationers Enjoy “Hakuna Matata” at New “Lion King” Family Suites
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Opening Friday at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -The Pride Lands of Africa is the scenic setting for the “Lion King,” the third phase of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opening Friday at Walt Disney World Resort. The new Lion King wing celebrates the…
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Family Day at Disney in Support of Education
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney’s Back-to-School Supply Drive was in full swing this weekend as Cast Members brought their spouses, siblings and children to help sort thousands of items that will soon be delivered to schools across Central Florida. This year’s “Family Day” is part of the Back-to-School initiative that started in 2005…
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Preview, Grand Opening Dates Set as Expansion Continues for the New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Magic Kingdom guests blink back in amazement at the scene: not one, but two colorful Dumbos spinning through the sky above Storybook Circus. To the delight of fans of the beloved Dumbo, the Flying Elephant attraction, a second Dumbo flies alongside. The playful pachyderm is…
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Designed by Kids, Built by Volunteers
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE City of Rockledge, ROC Foundation, Disney Cruise Line and KaBOOM! build new playground for children in one day ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (July 28, 2012) – More than 200 volunteers from the City of Rockledge, the Rockledge Recreation Open-Space and Conservation (ROC) Foundation, Disney VoluntEARS, and local community residents came together today to assist…
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As Aulani Expands, Vacationers Can Enjoy a Five-Night Stay for the Price of Three Nights
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE KO OLINA, Hawaii (August 3, 2012) – In the year since its Grand Opening, Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Hawaii, has become so popular with guests of all ages that plans are already underway for expansion beginning in September. As this work goes on – Sept.…