Author: Mr. Daps
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5 Can’t-Miss Experiences at Knott’s Merry Farm!
It’s the merriest time of the year at Knott’s Berry Farm as it is transformed for the holidays into Knott’s Merry Farm. With this transformation comes fun foods, merchandise; and some absolutely beautiful experiences as the magic of Christmas falls like snow all around Knott’s. While there are plenty of experiences to be has at…
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Gingerbread House Arrives at Grand Californian Hotel and Spa
An annual tradition has returned to the Grand Californian Hotel and Spa at the Disneyland Resort. Guests visiting the Grand Californian can now see a beautiful gingerbread house recreation of the hotel. The gingerbread house can be found in the lobby on the other side of the massive Christmas tree if walking in from the…
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M’Baku Teaches the Way of the Jabari at Avengers Campus
M’Baku has arrived at Avengers Campus. He can now be seen in “M’Baku: The Way of the Jabari” at Disney California Adventure. This interactive experience teaches the way of the Jabari with two kids and an adult coming up to join M’Baku. The show arrived with the release of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever in theaters…
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Disney and Bob Iger Have $10 Million Deal for Consulting with Replacement
Bob Iger may again be back at The Walt Disney Company as CEO. However, when he left the company the last time he made a deal with Disney to consult with his replacement. This deal was for $10 million and had Iger available to consult through 2026. It currently is on hold while Iger is…
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Mostly Kosher Brings Sonoma Terrace to Life During Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Stop by Sonoma Terrace during Disney Festival Holidays in the afternoon and evening and the area will come to life multiple times with the music and magic of Mostly Kosher. This energetic brings the holidays to life with their eclectic, contemporary spin on klezmer music. Throughout Disney Festival of Holidays they are scheduled to play…
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“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” Continues to Dominate Box Office as “Strange World” Struggles to Take Off
The Thanksgiving extended weekend numbers are coming in and there is some good news for The Walt Disney Company, and some less-than-good news. The good news first, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever continues to win at the box office. With one more day left for the holiday weekend, Wakanda Forever looks like it will garner an…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Invites Guests to Celebrate a “Disney Winter Frostival” Starting November 28, 2022
Shanghai, November 25, 2022 – Shanghai Disney Resort announced today the launch of the “Disney Winter Frostival”, this year’s new and much-anticipated seasonal celebration set to start next Monday, November 28, 2022. Amid a host of enchanting new offerings the resort has prepared for the season, the biggest highlight will be the debut of the Disney Winter…
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Shanghai Disneyland Reopens After Recent Closure Due to Ongoing Pandemic Impact
Shanghai Disneyland reopened on November 25th after being closed for nearly a month. The park closed on October 31, 2022, after COVID-19 numbers in the region forced Shanghai Disney Resort to close. This led to guests being tested before they were allowed to leave the park. Recently, Shanghai Disney Resort’s DisneyTown, Wishing Star Park, and…
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No Stand Alone Film for Namor from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
Namor, the antagonist in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever won’t be getting a stand alone film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe anytime soon. The reasoning will be found below, as will some spoilers from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Only read on if this isn’t a problem. SPOILERS AHEAD In Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Namor went up…
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Another Exec Leaves Disney After Chapek’s Exit
A lot is changing at The Walt Disney Company. On Sunday, Chapek was let go as CEO of the company and Bob Iger reinstated at the top of Disney. Since then, Kareem Daniel was also let go. Now, another exact has left Disney. This time it is Arthur Bochner, The news originated at Puck News…
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“Mickey Saves Christmas” Soundtrack is Now Available
The soundtrack for the upcoming special Mickey Saves Christmas is now available. The soundtrack arrived days ahead of the arrival of Mickey Saves Christmas on multiple linear television channels followed by Disney+ a day later. Mickey Saves Christmas is a stop-motion special where Mickey, Minnie, and the gang try to celebrate the perfect Christmas in…
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Illuminate Silverlakes Lights Up the Holiday Season with Magical Moments, Snow, Santa, and More!
Growing up in the midwest I have many memories of walking on a cold evening with my family and looking at Christmas lights in various neighborhoods. Sometimes the snow would come down and create a beautiful filter through which to look at the Christmas lights. Today, Illuminate Silverlakes is officially opening in Norco, California. This…
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The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special – Review by Mr. Daps
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is now streaming on Disney+. This one-off special has the Guardians trying to make Christmas special for Peter Quill, by abducting Kevin Bacon. This is a heartwarming and hilarious holiday special that is destined to be a Christmas classic for Marvel fans. While it doesn’t have galactic consequences,…
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More “Indiana Jones 5” Photos Released Giving More Insight Into Movie
More photos for the upcoming Indiana Jones 5 have been released ahead of the arrival of the film in theaters next June. The photos give more insight, albeit only a little, into the adventure that Indiana Jones will be going on. They also show some of the people that will be around him, both friend…
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“Avatar: The Way of Water” To Be Released in China
In what is becoming an increasingly rare occurrence, Avatar: The Way of Water will be released in Chinese theaters in December. 20th Century Studios shared that the movie will be released on December 16, 2022, in China. This makes it one of the few foreign films to get to be released in China. Foreign films…
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Day Twenty Four: The Thanksgiving Promise – 24 Days of Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! Today we reach the 24th day of Thanksgiving on Thanksgiving day, itself. First all, I’m thankful to each and everyone of you that have followed along on this Thanksgiving journey with the Daps Magic team over the last 24 days. We have had a lot of fun being thankful in this way and…
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On Thanksgiving Day, Disney CEO Bob Iger Gives Gratitude for Employees and Cast Members
On Thanksgiving morning, new (and old) CEO Bob Iger shared his gratitude on Twitter for the employees and cast members of The Walt Disney Company. The continues a week of Bob Iger intentionally sharing his gratitude for those that work at The Walt Disney Company. This started with his initial email that went out to…
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“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” Director Ryan Coogler Releases Letter of Gratitude to Fans
The director of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Ryan Coogler, has written and released a letter to the fans of the film. The letter, which came out the day before Thanksgiving, was a thank you to all the fans who have seen the film in theaters. “Gratitude. That is the only word that comes to mind…
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“A Christmas Gift” Clip from “The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special”
A new clip is out now ahead of The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special arriving on Disney+. In it, Mantis and Drax come up with an idea for the perfect Christmas gift for Peter Quill. The clip comes out ahead of the arrival of this holiday special on Disney+ on November 25, 2022. Check…
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Check Out Week Six Star Wars Bring Home the Galaxy Highlights!
The holidays are getting closer and closer and Star Wars Bring Home the Galaxy continues through December 13, 2022. This week, there are some fun highlights to check out and get inspired for holiday shopping. This week also has a fun video included from Macaulay Culkin and Brenda Song, who played a game of Rock,…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Presents “A Disney Christmas”
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has launched “A Disney Christmas” from today until Jan 2, 2023. This seasonal experience is unlike any other in the city, thanks to its many heartwarming moments. From festive tunes and holiday togetherness to delicious dining options, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and giving to share love for others, guests can spark the…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Shows More Details of EPCOT’s Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana
Work continues to be done on Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT. Today, Walt Disney Imagineering shared some specific details that will found in this new area when it opens to the public. These details show how Imagineering is incorporating various characters from Moana into the rocks and waterways found in the walkthrough.…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Goodbaby (Hong Kong) announce resort alliance to launch brand new in-park strollers
HONG KONG, Nov 21, 2022 – Hong Kong Disneyland Resort announced today that Goodbaby (Hong Kong) has entered a multi-year agreement as a new alliance with the resort. Under the alliance, tailor-made strollers designed and produced by Goodbaby (Hong Kong) will be made available for guests to rent in the Hong Kong Disneyland park. Goodbaby Group…
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Get Immersed in the Holiday Spirit at Downtown Disney District
The Disneyland Resort is the merriest place to be during the holidays! Throughout both of the parks there are entertainment offerings to be make guests smile, foods to be enjoyed, merchandise for gifts or just for fun, and so much more. Downtown Disney District also is a wonderful place to get some holiday cheer! The…