Author: Mr. Daps
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What You Need to Know For Returning to Disneyland Resort Theme Parks!
The Disneyland Resort Theme Parks will be reopening in just a few short days! In Friday, April 30th, guests will again be experiencing the magic of the parks at the Happiest Place on Earth! Ahead of that special day, there are a few things to make sure you know to get the most magic out…
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New Poster Released with Sam Wilson as Captain America
A new poster has been released that features Sam Wilson as Captain America. This comes after all six episodes of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier have become available on Disney+. This includes the finale where Sam Wilson officially debuted with the iconic shield and also a new suit! The Falcon and The Winter Soldier…
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In Updated Jungle Cruise, Trader Sam Has New Job!
The Jungle Cruise is undergoing updates to scenes in the attraction and the backstories behind the attractions. One of the stories that is getting updated is that of Trader Sam. His new role at the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland’s Jungle Cruise may shed some light to some items that have been lost through the years…
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Soul Wins Best Animated Feature at Oscars
Disney and Pixar’s animated feature Soul has won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. The movie, released on Christmas Day 2020, The film was directed by Pete Docter, co-directed/written Kemp Powers, and produced by Dana Murray. It tells the story of Joe Gardner, a a music teacher pursuing the dream of being a professional jazz…
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Trailer Released for West Side Story
The first trailer for West Side Story was released tonight during the Oscars. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this is a story of love amongst rivals in New York City in 1957. This classic Broadway musical is making its way to the big screen once again. Along with a trailer, 20th Century Studios also released a…
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Disneyland Paris Gives Update on Refurbishment of Orbitron
While Disneyland Paris has been closed due to the pandemic, work continues on inside to enhance the magic. One of the projects that has been worked on is the Orbitron in Discoveryland. This attraction is described by Disneyland Paris as a “journey to the edge of space.” It was inspired by “Leonardo da Vinci’s visionary…
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Fun and Imagination Take Flight with Shanghai Disney Resort’s New Kids’ Corner at Hongqiao International Airport
SHANGHAI, April 23, 2021 – Shanghai Disney Resort is teaming up with Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to offer children and families an incredible new Kids’ Corner designed to open hearts and imaginations—and help kids enjoy some fun before, between or after their trips. Today, the two parties jointly unveiled the colorful new “Mickey Mouse Station” at…
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Less Than a Week! – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week we cover the top five stories from Disney and geek news. This week, there was a lot to choose from! Things start with the news that California while now allow out of state guests to visit as COVID-19 cases continue to plummet. Disneyland, however, is maintaining its policy…
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Disney Eying The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee For Movie Musical
Disney is continuing to make more musicals into movies. The next one is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Disney is closing a deal to get the rights for this hit show. If the deal goes through, this would become a movie musical. Disney’s live-action Aladdin movie producers Dan…
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More Hotels Reopening at Walt Disney World Resort
As Walt Disney World Resort continues with its phased reopening after being closed due to the pandemic last year, more and more hotels are reopening. Today Disney confirmed four more hotels that are reopening in the near future. Guests can now make reservations for the following Walt Disney World Resorts: Disney’s Beach Club Resort (opening…
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Captain America 4 Under Development
As The Falcon and The Winter Soldier’s final episode arrives on Disney+ today, Malcom Spellman, the head writer and show creator for the show, will be moving on to a big-screen project. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Spellman is developing a fourth Captain America movie for Marvel Studios. He will co-write the script with Dalan…
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PeopleMover Reopening at Magic Kingdom This Weekend
The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been closed since before the Magic Kingdom closed in March 2020. In an Instagram post today, Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle confirmed that the beloved attraction will be returning sometime “later this weekend!” Originally called the WEDway PeopleMover, this attraction opened at the Magic Kingdom on July…
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Disney Unveils Enchanting Design Concept for Disney Wish
On Thursday, Disney will be officially having its grand reveal of the Disney Wish. Ahead of this special virtual event, Disney has released what the official design concept for the Disney Wish is. The design concept is “Enchantment!” This motif will be found throughout the ship when guests board her in 2022. It is utilized…
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Check Out Groot Like You’ve Never Seen Him Before!
A few weeks ago the internet went crazy when Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro brought out a real lightsaber at the end of the presentation. At the same event, members of the media also witnessed a two-and-a-half-foot Groot walking on his own. Matthew Panzarino was on hand to see this incredible bit…
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California Says Out of State Visitors Can Go to Theme Parks, Disneyland Says Nope
California can now welcome out of state guests to theme parks. The caveat is that visitors need to be fully vaccinated. This is all according to an update to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Previously, theme park attendance was limited to California residents. The updated policy means that individual theme parks can…
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Biopic About Jim Henson in the Works at Disney
Disney and The Jim Henson Company are teaming up on a new biopic on Jim Henson. Called, Muppet Man, this is the story about the man behind The Muppets. The movie will cover the highlights of Henson’s life. This will include the creation of Sam and Friends while Henson was at the University of Maryland.…
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Disney and Sony Announce Agreement that Brings Spider-Man and More to Disney+
Deal Includes U.S. Rights to New Theatrical Releases from 2022-2026 Following Their Pay 1 TV Window and Library Titles from Sony Pictures for Disney’s Streaming Services and Linear Networks Agreement Provides Disney with a Robust Collection of Sony Pictures’ Universe of Marvel Characters Films in Post-Pay 1 TV Windows BURBANK, Calif., April 21, 2021 – The Walt Disney Company…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum presents Conserving the Magic of Our Planet: A Virtual Community Art Exhibition
On view from Earth Day, April 22, 2021 “Conservation isn’t just the business of a few people. It’s a matter that concerns all of us. It’s a science whose principles are written in the oldest code in the world, the laws of nature. The natural resources of our vast continent are not inexhaustible. But if…
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Secrets of the Whales – Mr. DAPs Review
On Earth Day, Disney+ will release a new National Geographic series called Secrets of the Whales. This four part series take a look at the life of whales. In particular it takes a look at the life of orcas, humpbacks, belugas, narwhals and sperm whales. This documentary series was filmed over the course of three years…
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The Day is Coming – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1129 (#552)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week we have a fun show in store as we talk about the reopening of Disneyland, ticket sales, along with attractions and food we are most looking forward to experiencing when we are able to return! The show then moves forward to talk about the price change at Star Wars:…
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Top 10 Things for Adults to Do at the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (April 19, 2021) – As a part of the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival now underway at Walt Disney World Resort, guests can discover fresh menu items, admire topiary displays, enjoy live music and much more. Here are the top 10 things for adults to do at the…
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Price Goes Up For Savi’s Workshop Lightsaber Experience at Walt Disney World Resort
The experience of building a lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has just become a little more expensive. According to the Walt Disney World Resort website, the experience is now $219.99 plus tax. This is $20 more expensive than its original price. The new price can be found…
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Rehearsals Underway for A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Rehearsals have begun for A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Recently, Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle stopped by to welcome the cast back to Walt Disney World Resort. The show is going to debut sometime in the middle of May Vahle shared on an Instagram post. The return…
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Disney to Reveal Newest Ship During “Once Upon a Disney Wish” Livestream
Work continues to move forward on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish. While the ship is expected to join the fleet in the summer 2022, on Thursday April 29th it will be revealed to the world via livestream. Once Upon a Disney Wish will be a livestream presented at 11:00 AM ET/8:00 AM…