Author: Mr. Daps
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Did You Know These Three Things About Solar at Disney?
Disney is leaning into solar to power their magic throughout the world. There are solar arrays being build around the globe to energize Disney’s destinations fully with the goal of reaching net zero by 2030. Today, three things were shared about Disney’s solar power that might not be known by many. Check them out below…
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‘Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Show Spectacular’ is Topic of Disney Parks’ First Episode of ‘How Happy Happens’
The first episode of a new youtube series from Disney Parks that focuses on highlights Cast Members and their jobs has been released. This series will introduce some Cast Members and their stories from across Disney Experiences who have some “pretty awesome stories, but even better stories.” Raevon Redding, the former Walt Disney World Resort…
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Disneynature earth | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 22, 2009
On this day in 2009, the first Disneynature film, ‘Earth,’ was released in the US and Canada to celebrate Earth Day. The ‘Earth’ film was originally created as a companion piece to the BBC TV series ‘Planet Earth.’ It depicted the planet’s diverse habitats and species over one year, beginning in the Arctic in January…
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Keep Moving DisneylandForward – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #708
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week the Geeks have a very special guest joining them. Clocky from Sent From Disneyland joins to discuss the week’s Disney and positive stuff! Sent From Disneyland takes a look at the history of Disneyland through postcards that were quite literally sent from Disneyland through the years! It is a…
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More Pixar Fest Decorations Appearing Around Disneyland Resort
Pixar Fest is less than a week away. While some decorations had already appeared around the Disneyland Resort, more are popping up on almost a daily basis. This comes ahead of the arrival of Pixar Fest on April 26th. This celebration of all that is Pixar will continue through August 4th, just before D23: The…
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Contrary Condor | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 21, 1944
On this day in 1944, the Donald Duck short cartoon, ‘Contrary Condor’ was released. It is set in the Andes mountains in Colombia and had the working title, ‘Colombian Condor.’ In the short, Donald foolishly tries to snatch a condor egg, but the mother condor returns before he can escape. Donald hides in an empty…
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Surprise! New ‘Bluey’ Episode Begins Streaming Tonight on Disney+
(BURBANK, Calif. – April 20, 2024) – A brand new episode of “Bluey” titled “Surprise” premieres Sunday, April 21 on Disney+ at 12:00 AM PT. It will also air on Disney Junior at 7:00 AM PT and Disney Channel at 7:30 AM PT, with multiple re-airings throughout the day. “Surprise” arrives following the April 7 episode “Ghostbasket,” and last weekend’s…
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LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series TIE Interceptor Unveiled Ahead of May the 4th
A new LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series TIE Interceptor set has been unveiled ahead of May the 4th. This new LEGO set will be released on May 1, 2024. It is being released as part of the celebration of 25 years of LEGO Star Wars. This ship is a redesign of the original TIE Interceptor LEGO set that…
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Disneyland Presents Surprise Preview of Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular
Just days before Pixar Fest begins at the Disneyland Resort, Disneyland presented its updated fireworks show, Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular. What was expected to be a presentation of Mickey’s Mix Magic ended up being the new Pixar Fest fireworks spectacular. An announcement was made shortly before the show. The Daps Magic team,…
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Disney Legend Betty Lou Gerson | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 20, 1914
On this day in 1914, actress and Disney Legend Betty Lou Gerson was born. She is known for narrating the classic film, ‘Cinderella,’ and for providing the voice of Cruella de Vil in the original 1961 ‘One Hundred and One Dalmatians.’ She also appeared as the Old Crone in ‘Mary Poppins.’ Gerson began her career…
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Season Three Official Trailer Released for ‘Welcome to Wrexham’
The official trailer for the third season of Welcome to Wrexham has been released. This comes ahead of the season’s arrival on FX on May 2, 2024. It will also be shown on Hulu. This season takes fans on the continuing journey of the Wrexham Football Club, now owned by Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.…
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Pixar Shares Own Take on Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
At midnight Taylor Swift released her newest album, The Tortured Poets Department. Two hours later at 2:00 AM EDT, Swift then surprised fans with another release of the 15-song TTPD: The Anthology. As Swifties listened to the new music and digested the new lyrics, Pixar Animation Studios released their own take on some of the…
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“Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey Through The Happiest Place on Earth” Arriving on October 1st
A new book written by Martha Blanding and Tim O’Day has been written and will be available starting on October 1st. Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey Through The Happiest Place on Earth is the story of Martha Blanding, who will be honored as a Disney Legend at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in…
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Two Favorite Guided Tours Return to Disneyland Resort
Two popular guided tours are returning to the Disneyland Resort. These tours, the Cultivating the Magic Guided Tour and the Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour, are set to again begin taking guests through the parks starting on May 11, 2024. The Cultivating the Magic Guided Tour provides a unique look at Disneyland Park through the lens of the…
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Smellephants on Parade Begin to Arrive at Storybook Circus in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
A new experience that is coming to Walt Disney World Resort is beginning to show up in the Magic Kingdom. The Smellephants on Parade presented by Scentsy is beginning to be installed in Storybook Circus. When complete, guests will have the opportunity to go on a brand-new, interactive search-and-sniff experience. Along with these elephants being installed…
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Disneyland’s Autopia Confirmed to Be Electric Before End of 2026
Recently, the Los Angeles Times shared that Autopia would soon no longer be powered by gas engines. The question mark for many who read this story was if that means hybrid or electric vehicles for the attraction in the future. Now, this question has been answered. In an update article, the Los Angeles Times confirmed…
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Simu Liu | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 19, 1989
On this day in 1989, actor, writer, and filmmaker Simu Liu was born. Marvel fans know him for playing Shang-Chi in the 2021 MCU film, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.’ Shang-Chi is expected to have more appearances in the upcoming series ‘Marvel Zombies,’ and the Avengers 5 and Shang-Chi 2 movies. Liu’s…
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Victoria & Albert’s Honored with Michelin Star
Victoria & Albert’s has been awarded with a Michelin star. The restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is known for its luxurious dining experiences. It is a favorite dining location for guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort who are looking for a high-end dining experience. Michelin said about Victoria & Albert’s the following:…
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Character Guide: Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite 2024
Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite is back! This year has entertainment, merchandise, food, attractions, experiences, a special Magic Key holder exclusive patch, and of course characters from a galaxy far, far away! Throughout Disneyland, there are quite a few different characters to find and interact with! The characters come from many different eras of…
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Entertainment Guide: Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite
Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite is now offered on multiple nights throughout the end of April and the beginning of May. This celebration of all that is Star Wars takes over the entire Disneyland Park with characters, entertainment offerings, merchandise, foods, attractions, and other fun experiences! With all the offerings, it can be intimidating…
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Original USS Enterprise Makes Voyage Home
The original model of the USS Enterprise that was used in the opening credits of Star Trek is finally making the voyage home. After being lost ahead of the release of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, the 3-foot model was found in a storage unit. This led to it being listed on eBay where people…
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Star Tours – Decades of Adventures
Since 1987, Star Tours has been giving guests “greatest hits” from the Star Wars universe. Through the decades, guests have been given the experience of doing the trench run as they join the Rebel Alliance in attacking the Death Star, take part in a podcast race on Tatooine, or even join the Battle of Crait!…
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Create Your Own Headbands Heading to Disneyland Resort
Create Your Own Headbands are completely customizable headbands that have proven to be quite popular at Hong Kong Disneyland. These popular accessories will soon be found at the Disneyland Resort as well! Disney gave a preview of what these will be like and how they will work when they arrive at the Disneyland Resort. When…
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The Legendary Chase Family To Be Among First to Experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World
Leah Chase Sr., former owner of Dooky Chase’s Restaurant in New Orleans, was one of the inspirations for the character of Princess Tiana for The Princess and the Frog and then Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Her daughters, Stella and Leah Jr., will be some of the first people to experience this new attraction ahead of its…