Author: Mr. Daps
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The Future of Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort is Pixar Place Hotel
Last weekend there were multiple announcements made about upcoming happenings at the Disneyland Resort at the D23 Expo. This included new entertainment, attractions, dining options, and the arrival of the Incredible Hulk at Avengers Campus! There was also news about the transformation that has already begun for Paradise Pier Hotel at the Disneyland Resort. This…
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Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane Heading for New Home in Palm Springs
“Mickey Mouse One” also known as Walt’s Plane, a Grumman Gulfstream I, is on its way to its new home in Palm Springs. This comes after it made its grand return at the D23 Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center. From September 9 – 11, Walt Disney’s plane could be seen on display along with an accompanying…
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Disneyland Paris’ ‘Disney D-Light’ Show Named Best Live Entertainment 2022 by Park World Excellence Awards
Created especially for the 30th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris, Disney D-Light was named Best Live Entertainment 2022 by Park World Excellence Awards in London on 14 September. This outdoor show – featuring a dazzling nighttime drone display – is the result of a successful collaboration between Disneyland Paris and Bordeaux-based Dronisos, an official technology supplier, indicating…
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More Stars Added to ABC’s Upcoming ‘Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration’ Special
On Thursday, December 15, 2022, there will be a very special live performance of Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration. This will have H.E.R. playing the role of Belle. At the D23 Expo last weekend, it was announced that there are more stars heading to the production that has Jon M. Chu set to…
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Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara – Mr. Daps’ Book Review
Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara, written by Emily Zemler, takes an in-depth look at Disney princesses throughout the history of The Walt Disney Company. Starting at the very beginning, it traces through Disney’s history through the stories of the princesses that have had their stories through the years. This includes those that have been animated,…
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‘Bear in the Big Blue House’ Heading to Disney+
Seasons 1-4 of Bear in the Big Blue House is heading to Disney+. The series is arriving on Disney’s streaming service on October 19, 2022. It was announced this week. The show originally debuted in 1997 and ran through 2006 on Disney Channel during Playhouse Disney. Originally it was developed and produced by the Jim…
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Thor: Love and Thunder – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
Thor has been through a lot as he has gone on quest after quest. As Thor: Love and Thunder starts, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is on a quest for inner peace. This quest is disrupted however by the galactic killer known as Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale) who seeks to eradicate all of the gods.…
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Have a Very Merry Birthday at The Walt Disney Family Museum
The Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland is all about un-birthdays, but now Alice in Wonderland is one of two themes that are available for birthday parties at The Walt Disney Family Museum. The Walt Disney Family Museum utilizes its unique location and facility to add some extra magic to a birthday celebration. Currently, there…
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Here is What is Coming to Disney+ in October 2022
Disney+ continues to have more content added to its library. October will be offering plenty of new content including the premiere of Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi, season two premiere of Big Shot, and more Andor, Dancing with the Stars, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, and many other titles! Take a look below at…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort announces new surprises in 2023 from 100 Years of Wonder to the world’s first World of Frozen
HONG KONG, September 12, 2022 – To commemorate 17th anniversary celebration at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, a new line-up of exciting events is announced today for the year 2023! The new year is bound to be a magical and memorable time of non-stop festivities for the 100 Years of Wonder, celebrating 100 years since The Walt…
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Pictorial: Disney+ Celebrates ‘Andor’ With Special Launch Event in Hollywood
Disney+ celebrated the launch of Andor with a special launch event in Hollywood. Multiple members of the cast and crew for the upcoming Star Wars series from Lucasfilm were on hand for the event. This included stars Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, Adria Arjona, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw and Ben Bailey Smith and also filmmakers Tony…
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Immersive Avatar Exhibit Heading to Shanghai Disney Resort
A new immersive exhibit based on the world of Avatar is headed to Shanghai Disney Resort. Avatar: Explore Pandora will be arriving at Shanghai Disneyland on September 22, 2022 and stay through March 2023. The exhibit will be available from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily during park hours. This will give guests the chance…
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The Mandalorian and Grogu Headed to Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in November
The Mandalorian and Grogu are heading to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland in November. The announcement came from A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel at D23 Expo 2022 last weekend. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro was joined on stage during the panel by Jon Favreau to talk about…
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runDisney Returns to Disneyland Resort in 2024
runDisney races are returning to the Disneyland Resort in 2024. The announcement was made during a presentation by Josh D’Amaro at the D23 Expo 2022. The races were discontinued for the Disneyland Resort in 2018 during a time when construction was ramping up for new lands and experiences. Since then the Disneyland Resort has added…
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EPCOT – Celebrating 40 Years of Inspiration, Imagination, and Possibility
On October 1, 1982, EPCOT Center opened its gates for the first time. Originally pitched by Walt Disney as the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, EPCOT Center has always been about imagination, innovation, and the possibility of a better tomorrow. This was something Walt Disney was very excited about. During a video shot to share…
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Looking at the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown as Seen at D23 Expo’s Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion
The Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion this year had several different displays that gave a look at new and exciting things from around the globe that Disney Parks, Experiences and Products has in the works. This includes a look at Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, some of the robotics used by Imagineering,…
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Disney Signs on as a Founding Partner of the Roybal Film and Television Production Magnet Fund
As part of the Disney Future Storytellers initiative to empower the next generation of storytellers and innovators, The Walt Disney Company has signed on as a Founding Partner of the Roybal Film and Television Production Magnet Fund. Through social investments and collaborations such as this, Disney is increasing access to careers in storytelling and innovation…
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Behind the Gears of Disney and Pixar’s ‘Cars on the Road’ (2022) Announced for The Walt Disney Family Museum
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced a new program based on Disney and Pixar’s new Cars on the Road. On September 28, 2022 at 5:00 PM PT Behind the Gears of Disney and Pixar’s Cars on the Road (2022) will be hosted by The Walt Disney Family Museum on Zoom. This virtual presentations will…
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Lightyear – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
Lightyear is the movie that inspired young Andy in the Toy Story franchise to want his own Buzz Lightyear action figure. This movie is about Lightyear, a space ranger who ends up marooned on a hostile alien planet with both his commander and crew. He desperately seeks a way home for them all while also…
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First ‘Duffy & Friends’ Stop Motion Short Released Online After D23 Expo Premiere
The first Duffy & Friends stop motion short has been released online today. It initially premiered at D23 Expo during the The World of Duffy and Friends Revealed panel. Now it is available for the world to see. The short is called Lunchbox Mystery and shares how losing something can lead to unexpected surprises. Watch…
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Disney KiteTails to Fly Away from Disney’s Animal Kingdom on September 30
Disney KiteTails will be taking its final flight on September 30, 2022. Disney announced that the show which has brought life to the skies above Discovery River Lagoon at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary will be ending its run on this date. The show became an instant hit due to…
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Check Out the Halloween Food Offerings at Walt Disney World
Halloween is always a great time of year for treats. Walt Disney World is a great place to visit for treats. Today, Walt Disney World has released a look at the various foods, beverages, and treats it is offering in both its parks and also at Disney Springs. Take a look below at these Halloween…
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Disney+ Releases Dancing with the Stars Season 31 Celebrity Cast and Professional Dancing Partner Photos
Disney+ has released the photos for season 31 of Dancing with the Stars’ celebrity cast and also their professional dancing partner. The series is hosted by supermodel and businesswoman Tyra Banks along with the new co-host, actor and television personality Alfonso Ribeiro. It returns to the ballroom on Monday, September 19, 2022 at 8:00 PM…
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33rd Season of ‘The Simpson’ to Arrive on Disney+ on October 5
This weekend at the D23 Expo, it was announced that the 33rd season of The Simpsons will stream on October 5 on Disney+. With this announcement came some new artwork for the show. The announcement came as Welcome to the Club, a new short from The Simpsons was released on Disney+. In this short, Lisa…