Author: Daps Magic
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Disney’s PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN:ON STRANGER TIDES Sails Home on Disney Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray and Digital on October 18th
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE The Walt Disney Studios and Jerry Bruckheimer Films are proud to present the #1 worldwide box office success of 2011 – making over $1 billion globally – Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, in stunning high definition Blu-ray™, eye popping Blu-ray 3D™ (a first for the legendary franchise)…
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Reveals New Details on Jobs, Opening Dates and Icons
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 10, 2011 – The first wing of the new Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will open to Guests on May 31, 2012, as construction on the 25th resort hotel at Walt Disney World continues on schedule. In size and scope, the construction of…
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A First Look at Marvel’s The Avengers!
DAPs Magic Disney News – by PRESS RELEASE Marvel Studios presents “Marvel’s The Avengers”—the Super Hero team up of a lifetime, featuring iconic Marvel Super Heroes Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow. When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the international…
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Former British Open Champion Lehman Receives Sponsor Exemption for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Classic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Former PGA TOUR Player of the Year joins Joe Ogilvie in golf classic field at Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 7, 2011) — Tom Lehman, a five-time champion on the PGA TOUR and three-time Ryder Cup participant, has accepted the second sponsor’s exemption for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Classic,…
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High School Teens Have Till Oct. 31, 2011, to Submit Applications for 2012 Disney’s Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Program Celebrates Five Years of Igniting Lives, Dreams and Passions LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Plans are underway for the fifth class of Disney’s Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine. In March, 2012, 100 high school students ages 13-19 from across the United States will gather in…
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Arrrgh Ya Ready to Set Sail with Pirates?
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE In anticipation for Disney’s October 18th release of PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES on Blu-ray 3D & Blu-ray Hi-Def Combo Pack, we present you with this booty of video clips from the brand new bonus features! In addition, we’ve got activities, crafts, and recipes that make for sweet trade. CLICK HERE…
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From Safaris to Learn to Surf, Lunch with an Imagineer or Animal Expert, Premium Experiences Deliver Fun Options for Walt Disney World Resort Guests
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Been there, done that? Maybe, but did you know that inside Walt Disney World Resort lies a whole other Walt Disney World Resort? One in which you can… “Hang 10″ and learn to surf Set sail on a pirate adventure for buried treasure…
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Bob Iger Extends Contract and to Become Chairman, New Disney CEO in 2015
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXTENDS CONTRACT TO 2016 FOR ROBERT A. IGER AS PART OF SUCCESSION PLAN CHAIRMAN JOHN E. PEPPER JR. TO RETIRE FROM BOARD AT 2012 SHAREHOLDER MEETING IGER TO BE NAMED CHAIRMAN IN ADDITION TO CEO UPON PEPPER’S RETIREMENT IGER TO TRANSITION…
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Photo Alert – U.S. Family Enjoyed Trip of a Lifetime to Rapunzel’s Royal Celebration at Kensington Palace in London
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Family of Three Girls from Centreville, Va. Won Grand Prize in Disney’s “Your Princess Moment — The Story Begins with You” Video Contest Glendale, Calif. — October 5, 2011 — Disney made the dreams of the Senio family from Centreville, Va., come true by awarding them the grand prize…
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ROBERT A. IGER, PRESIDENT AND CEO, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY ON STEVE JOBS’ PASSING
DAPS Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE ROBERT A. IGER, PRESIDENT AND CEO, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY ON STEVE JOBS’ PASSING Steve Jobs was a great friend as well as a trusted advisor. His legacy will extend far beyond the products he created or the businesses he built. It will be the millions of…
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Pumbaa Supervising Animator Tony Bancroft Talks Pumbaa and The Lion King
Tony Bancroft was the supervising animator of Pumbba in The Lion King. Where Ernie Sabella may have brought Pumbaa to life with his voice, Tony Bancroft brought him to life with the pencil and paintbrush. Bancroft recently did a round table online interview with several members of the media, including DAPs Magic. Below are the…
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Walt Disney World® & Disney Store Bring Disney Magic to San Juan, Puerto Rico with Fun-Filled Family Events Oct. 7-8, 2011
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Walt Disney World® to ‘Let the Memories Begin’ as Disney Store ‘Unlocks Imagination’ at Plaza Las Americas SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico–October 05, 2011–Disney Store and Walt Disney World Resort® will begin making magical memories at Plaza Las Americas in San Juan, Puerto Rico with two great fun-filled family…
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Disney•Pixar’s “TOY STORY,” “TOY STORY 2,” and “TOY STORY 3” Unveiled For The First Time Ever on Blu-ray 3D™ November 1, 2011
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Consumers are invited to experience Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story,” “Toy Story 2” and “Toy Story 3” in an all-new way! All three groundbreaking films will be unveiled in stunning Blu-ray 3D for the home, allowing fans to go back inside the toy box and enjoy their favorite characters in…
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DISNEY AND DISNEY•PIXAR FAVORITES POISED TO RETURN TO THEATERS IN 3D
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ ‘Finding Nemo,’ ‘Monsters, Inc.’ and ‘The Little Mermaid’ Will Make 3D Theatrical Debut in 2012 and 2013 BURBANK, Calif. – October 4, 2011 – On the heels of the phenomenal success of The Lion King 3D – which will cross the $80 million mark at the domestic…
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Chimpanzees Receive Emergency Support from the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund is responding immediately to needs of the Jane Goodall Institute and the Pan African Sanctuary Alliance to protect endangered chimpanzees in Africa. The Jane Goodall Institute was awarded $5,000 for veterinary supplies to vaccinate chimpanzees and staff against a dangerous measles outbreak at…
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Rapunzel Welcomed As 10th Disney Princess, Watched By The World’s Media And Celebrities
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE ‘Rapunzel’s royal celebration’ Took Place at Kensington Palace in London, UK London, UK — 2 October 2011 — Disney today officially welcomed Rapunzel as the 10th Disney Princess character at a high profile, star-studded celebration, which took place in front of a global audience at Kensington Palace in London.…
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Millions of Smiles Later, Walt Disney World Marks its 40th Anniversary, Primed for an Exciting Future
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 1, 2011) – Anchored by the Mouse “who started it all,” Walt Disney World Resort marked its 40th anniversary Saturday with a gala procession fronted by characters parading up Main Street, U.S.A. to a colorful celebration in front of Cinderella Castle. Mickey Mouse,…
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Discover Your Inner Honey-Lover!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE As National Honey Month comes to a close, keep the celebration going with these WINNIE THE POOH-themed recipes and a honey-loving clip! The world’s most beloved bear spends his days in search of the naturally delicious nectar, and now you, too, can enjoy some honey-flavored treats with Pooh.…
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Disney Store Offers Top Costume Choices for Halloween; Costumes for Infants to Adults Sparkle with Disney Magic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Celebrities and their Kids Choose Disney Store Costumes for Style, Glamour and Fun PASADENA, Calif–September 29, 2011–Adults and kids won’t have to wish upon a star to find this year’s hottest Halloween costumes when they head to their local Disney Store or shop at DisneyStore.com. According to the National…
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Just in Time for the Holiday Shopping Season Disney Store Announces New Mobile App for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE PASADENA, Calif–September 28, 2011–To jump-start the holiday shopping season, Disney has announced its new Disney Store App for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch is now available on the App Store. As a leading global specialty retailer, Disney Store recognizes the value in offering guests multiple shopping options, whether…
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16th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival: A Passport to a World of Flavors Sept. 30-Nov. 13
Paradise Found: Tastes of Hawaii and Caribbean now on the Menu LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Exotic cocktails will pair like a tropical daydream with fresh new tastes from more than one island paradise at the 16th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 30-Nov. 13, 2011, at Walt Disney World Resort. The one-of-a-kind 45-day…
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Think You Know the Lion King? The Ultimate Lion King Quiz is Here!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE THE ULTIMATE LION KING QUIZ! Calling all fans of The Lion King! Think you know the Disney classic inside out? Put yourself to the test with this ultimate quiz on the animated masterpiece…SECTION ONE: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE This section includes random questions on the mega movie and all its…
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates 40 Years of World-Class Theme Parks and Resorts
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Magic Kingdom Opening Launched Disney Empire in Central Florida Once upon a time, a fairy tale castle rose on the edge of a Florida town where citrus grew, egrets waded and cattle roamed. In the shadow of the blue-spired castle named for the princess Cinderella, magical lands sprouted…