Author: Mr. Daps
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Trams Returning to Magic Kingdom Later This Month at Walt Disney World Resort
Trams are returning to Magic Kingdom later this month Disney announced today. In a post on social media, Disney confirmed that parking trams will be returning to the Magic Kingdom within the month. They will also be returning to other Walt Disney World Resort theme parks throughout 2022. The announcement for the return of the…
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It’s a Small World Holiday Expected to Reopen at Disneyland Next Week
For many fans visiting the Disneyland Resort during the holidays, it’s a small world Holiday is one of the highlights of a trip to the merriest place on Earth. This year, however, things didn’t go as planned for the beloved attraction. The holidays started and this holiday attraction remained closed. Today, the OC Register is…
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Joyous Traditions Return to EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The soul-stirring “Candlelight Processional” returns to the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth now through Dec. 30, 2021. It’s one of the many cherished cultural traditions from around the globe that make up this popular festival. Guests will also discover savory seasonal flavors, uplifting entertainment and storytelling guaranteed…
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Susan Arnold Named Chairman Of The Board Of The Walt Disney Company, Effective December 31
Arnold, independent Lead Director, will succeed Robert A. Iger as Chairman of the Board when he departs at year-end BURBANK, Calif., December 1, 2021—The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors announced that it has elected Susan E. Arnold as Chairman of the Board, effective December 31, 2021. Ms. Arnold, a 14-year member of…
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Disney’s Holiday Magic Quest Returns This Friday on Disney Channel with ZOMBIES Stars
Disney’s Holiday Magic Quest is returning for a second year. This year, ZOMBIES stars Milo Manheim, Kylee Russell, Meg Donnelly and Trevor Tordjman will be competing in this overnight holiday adventure that is full of challenges. The quest this year is taking place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios after dark and happens during Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th…
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O GEEKMAS TREE! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1208 (#582)
Welcome to the first episode of the GEEKMAS season on GEEKS CORNER! This week, the GEEKS kick off the season with the lighting of the GEEKMAS tree, along with a new giveaway for the month of December. Throughout the month of December, tweet with the hashtags #geekmas and #geekscorner photos wearing your best ugly GEEKMAS…
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Barbara Bouza Named President of Walt Disney Imagineering as Bob Weis to Become Global Imagineering Ambassador
Barbara Bouza has been named the new President of Walt Disney Imagineering. With this promotion for Bouza, Bob Weis is moving from his role of President of Walt Disney Imagineering to the role of Global Imagineering Ambassador. This follows the example set by Disney Legend Marty Sklar who was a mentor to Weiss. Bouza was…
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Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings – Mr. DAPs’ Home Entertainment Review
Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings is the story of Shang-Chi, portrayed by Simu Liu, a man who thought he had left his past behind. However, when his past comes to find him, he finds himself facing off against his father, who also happens to be the leader of the Ten…
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PHOTOS: West Side Story World Premiere in New York City
On Monday November 29, 2021 the world premiere for Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story was held in New York City. The event was sponsored by Dolby Cinema. In attendance at the premiere were director Steven Spielberg along with cast members Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, Brian d’Arcy James, Corey Stoll, Josh Andrés…
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Ivanna Sakhno Joins Ahsoka Tano Series Cast
Ivanna Sakhno has joined the cast of the Ashoka Tano series that is being developed for Disney+. What her role is, currently isn’t known. It is believed, however, that it will be a new character that has been created for the Star Wars series. Sakhno will be joining Rosario Dawson, who will be portraying Ahsoka…
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There Are More Spider-Man Movies Coming After Spider-Man: No Way Home
Recently Tom Holland made it seem far from certain that he had any future as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, producer Amy Pascal seems to be singing a different song. In an interview with Fandango she shared that there are plans for not just one more Spider-Man with Holland, but a full trilogy. “This…
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New EPCOT Starbucks “Been There” Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Mugs Now Available
Guests visiting EPCOT can now purchase the Starbucks “Been There” series mugs, tumblers, and ornaments. EPCOT is the last park at Walt Disney World Resort to get the mugs. These join the 50th Anniversary “Been There” mugs that are already found at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Below is a look…
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Story Book Dining at Artist Point and Boatwright’s Dining Hall Reopening at Walt Disney World Resort
Two popular restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort are opening soon. Today it was announced that Story Book Dining at Artist Point and Boatwright’s Dining Hall will both be open soon. Story Book Dining at Artist Point will reopen on December 16 at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Lodge. Reservations will become available starting on December 2.…
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New Character Posters and TV Spot Released for The Book of Boba Fett
Disney+ has released character posters for Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett for both Boba Fett and Fennec Shand. With the posters came a new TV Spot as well for the Disney+ Star Wars series. When it arrives on December 29th, there will be seven weekly episodes. The Book of Boba Fett will find…
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Disney’s Encanto Takes the Lead at the Weekend Box Office
Disney’s Encanto is projected to win the Thanksgiving weekend box office. While not record-breaking, it won the weekend with a projected $43.3 million over the course of 5 days. The new Disney animated feature brought in $11 million on Black Friday. While not the juggernaut as some of the other Thanksgiving releases from Disney in…
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Disney Cruise Line to Require All Passengers 5 and Older to Be Vaccinated
The Disney Cruise Line has updated its policy to require that all guests 5 years old and older be fully vaccinated. This new policy will be implemented starting January 13, 2022, for all cruises both from the United States and abroad. The new policy comes as the Disney Cruise Line continues to return to some…
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Take a Look at Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade! at Disneyland Paris
Christmas has taken over Disneyland Paris and to say it is beautiful would be an understatement. This year, Disneyland Paris debuted a new Christmas parade. Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade! This parade consists of five floats that have Mickey and friends, along with Disney Princesses, Santa Claus, and even Tinker Bell celebrating the season. Each float…
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Composer and Lyricist Stephen Sondheim Dead at 91
The award-winning composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim has died at the age of 91. Sondheim passed away at his home in Roxbury, Connecticut where he had celebrated Thanksgiving with friends the day before. His death was announced by his lawyer F. Richard Pappas. Sondheim was one of the preeminent composers and lyricists of the 20th…
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Disneyland Resort Announces 2021 Candy Cane Dates
An annual tradition is back at the Disneyland Resort this year. Today the Disneyland Resort released the dates for candy canes being made at Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen at Disneyland along with Trolley Treats at Disney California Adventure. This tradition dates back to 1968. The tradition includes mixing ingredients, hand-pulling, rolling, and finally twisting…
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Disney Provides Update on Disney Wish
The Disney Wish will begin to take guests on magical cruises next year. This year, however, progress continues to be made on the construction of this new ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. This week Disney Cruise Line shared some updates about the progress being made on the Disney Wish. This also included a…
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Check Out What’s Coming to Disney+ in December 2021!
Every month since Disney+ was introduced two years ago, more content is added to Disney’s streaming service. December 2021 is no exception. The highlight for the month is The Book of Boba Fett. That isn’t the only thing arriving on Disney+ in December, however. Welcome to Earth, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and The Rescue…
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Sterling K. Brown to Narrate Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional
Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional traditionally is presented on the first weekend of December. This annual tradition dating back to the 50s tells the story of the first Christmas with a celebrity narrator, orchestra, handbells, and mass choir that includes members of the community and a celebrity narrator. In recent years, the narrator is unknown until a…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year at Knott’s Merry Farm
Knott’s Merry Farm is now in full swing at Knott’s Berry Farm. This time of holiday cheer includes quite the array of merry offerings. This includes entertainment, food offerings, merchandise, and of course holiday decorations throughout the park. This merry time of year will run through January 2, 2022. DAPS MAGIC was invited to a…
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We Don’t Talk About Bruno, Original Song From Encanto, Released as Movie Arrives in Theaters
To celebrate the opening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 60th feature film, “Encanto,” in U.S. theaters today, a new clip featuring the original song “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”—written by Tony®- and GRAMMY®-winning songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,” “Moana”)—is now available. The song, performed by voice cast members Carolina Gaitán (voice of Pepa), Mauro Castillo (voice of Félix), Adassa (voice of Dolores), Rhenzy…