Author: Mr. Daps
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Disneyland App Continues to Add More Magic
The Disneyland App continues to add more magic for its guests with new features being added regularly and more features to come. Today, the Disney Parks Blog shared some of the features of the app and also announced a new feature that is on the way! A bunch of all-new Disney PhotoPass lenses have arrived…
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The Razor Crest New LEGO Set Now on Sale
A new LEGO set for The Razor Crest from The Mandalorian is now on sale and it is massive. It measures over 28 inches long and includes over 6,000 pieces. The ship also includes some Star Wars characters that are sure to also be popular. This includes The Mandalorian, The Mythrol, and Kuiil as minifigs,…
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‘Hocus Pocus 2’ is the #1 Domestic Film Premiere on Disney+ Ever
This last weekend Hocus Pocus 2 arrived on Disney+. Today, Disney+ revealed that the Disney+ Original movie had the #1 film premiere for Disney’s streaming service domestically to date. This was based on the hours streamed during the first day of its release. The film brings back the Sanderson Sisters to Salem and they are…
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‘AMA‘AMA Returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
On October 14th ‘AMA‘AMA will be reopening at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. This signature oceanside restaurant will be offering a reimagined fine-dining experience featuring a four-course, prix fixe dinner menu. Throughout the meal, each course will pay homage to the spirit of Hawai‘i. This will be done with unique flavors, high-quality ingredients, and…
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‘Avatar’ The Most Successful Movie of All Time
Avatar is officially the most successful movie of all time, for now. The 13-year-old movie has garnered $2.9 billion at the box office. This is the first film in history to do this. The movie has broken lots of records through the years but also has faced competition. In 2019, Avengers: Endgame passed up Avatar…
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New ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Trailer Released Revealing New Black Panther Suit
A new Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer has been released. With the release of this trailer also comes the reveal of the next Black Panther suit. The movie will be released on November 11, 2022. The trailer reveals more about the characters that will be appearing in this film including Ironheart and Namor. Watch the…
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Marvel Studios’ Armor Wars Being Developed as a Movie
Armor Wars was initially being developed as a Disney+ series. However, this has now changed. The Hollywood Reporter shared that the Don Cheadle led title is now being developed as a full-length feature. This came as Marvel was working on the story and realized that to get it right, a movie was a better way…
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SCAREolers Return to Disneyland Resort Just in Time for Halloween
The SCAREolers are back! This weekend, this musical group returned to the Disneyland Resort in Downtown Disney District. With four performances per night, the SCAREolers brought back some favorite spooky tunes and also added some new ones to the sets this year. They returned on Friday, September 30 with sets at: 5:30 PM 6:30 PM…
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How ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Weaves Disney History into the Sanderson Sisters’ New Costumes
Disney’s Hocus Pocus 2, the long-awaited sequel to the perennial Halloween classic, debuts today exclusively on Disney+. The live-action comedy follows the wonderfully wicked Sanderson sisters—Winifred (Disney Legend Bette Midler), Sarah (Sarah Jessica Parker), and Mary (Kathy Najimy)—as they run amuck, amuck, amuck in modern-day Salem. Twenty-nine years have passed since someone last lit the Black…
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Alisa Bowen Named President Of Disney+
Alisa Bowen has been named President of Disney+, effective immediately. In this role, Bowen will build on the flagship streaming service’s reputation as a global destination for premium content. Bowen has led global business operations for Disney’s streaming platforms, including Disney+, since its launch in 2019. In that time, Disney+ has expanded rapidly, growing its…
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EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary Beacon of Magic Celebrates Magical Music From Past Four Decades
As part of EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary celebration, a new Beacon of Magic debuted specifically for the milestone. This VERY limited Beacon of Magic celebrates four decades of possibility with iconic music and magical light on and around Spaceship Earth. The show moment debuted at around 7:30 PM on October 1st to a very packed entrance…
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EPCOT Celebrates its 40th Anniversary With Special Event, Ceremony, and Beautiful Beacon of Magic
On this day 40 years ago, what was then known as Epcot Center opened at Walt Disney World Resort. This was a park that celebrated the magic of possibility. Over the next four decades, the park has grown and changed. In fact, it is currently in the midst of a massive transformation. However, it celebrates…
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Full Lineup of EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced
Recently, most of the lineup of narrators for this year’s EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional. This annual traditional is a highlight for many Disney guests and the Candlelight Processional’s history dates back to Walt Disney himself. It has been celebrated at the Walt Disney World Resort since its first holiday season in 1971. Over 50 years later, this…
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‘Bond Night’ Coming to ‘Dancing with the Stars’ in Celebration of 60th Anniversary of James Bond
“Bond Night” – In celebration of the 60th anniversary of James Bond on the silver screen, the 14 remaining couples will perform dances to iconic songs from the James Bond franchise for week three of the mirrorball competition. “Bond Night” will stream live MONDAY, OCT. 3 (8:00pm ET / 5:00pm PT), on Disney+. (TV-PG, L)…
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The Walt Disney Company Appoints Veteran Media And Technology Executive Carolyn Everson To Its Board Of Directors
BURBANK, Calif., September 30, 2022 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today announced that Carolyn Everson, a veteran media and technology executive, will join its Board of Directors, effective November 21. Ms. Everson, 50, a well-respected executive with deep experience in consumer-facing companies, will be included in the Company’s slate of director nominees in…
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Updated Information for Reopening of Walt Disney World Resort Parks and More after Hurricane Ian Closures
Walt Disney World Resort is reopening today after being closed for two days because of the impact of Hurricane Ian. Yesterday, Walt Disney World announced the times that the parks and Disney Springs would be reopening. They are different than normal days at Walt Disney World as it enters a phased reopening. Last night, more…
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Walt Disney World Releases Theme Park and Disney Springs Hours for Phased Reopening
After being closed for two days due to the impact of Hurricane Ian, the parks and Disney Springs will be reopening on Friday, September 30, 2022. The reopening will be different than normal operating days. There is a longer early entry time for guests of the Walt Disney World Resort and then all guests can…
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Walt Disney World Resort to Reopen Theme Parks and Disney Springs with Phased Approach Starting Friday After Weathering Hurricane Ian
Walt Disney World Resort is set to start reopening its theme parks and also Disney Springs on Friday. Walt Disney World shared that this will be done with a phased approach and that more details will be arriving later today. The announcement comes after the resort closed its theme parks and Disney Springs for two…
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After Hurricane Ian – Looking Around Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort at Walt Disney World Resort
Hurricane Ian battered the state of Florida overnight from September 28-29, 2022, including Walt Disney World Resort. While the rain continues to come down during the day on September 29, 2022, cast members at Walt Disney World Resort are actively back at work cleaning up the mess that was caused by Ian. The storm passed…
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The Current Look at Walt Disney World’s Weather Updates & Information as Hurricane Ian Rages On
As Hurricane Ian continues to rage across Florida, the Walt Disney World Resort Weather Updates & Information page has gotten quite comprehensive. This information continues to be updated at DisneyWorld.com/Weather. Daps Magic continues to provide updates about Hurricane Ian at DapsMagic.com/Hurricane-Ian. The Weather Updates & Information page has grown quite lengthy on Walt Disney World’s…
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LIVE: Hurricane Ian From Walt Disney World
Hurricane Ian is making its way across the state of Florida. As it passes over Orlando and Walt Disney World, guests at the resort have been asked to shelter in their rooms. Here is a view live view from Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort on the evening of September 28, 2022. Hurricane Ian came ashore as…
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Cast and Crew Come Together in New York for Premiere of ‘Hocus Pocus 2’
Last night the cast and filmmakers who made Disney’s Hocus Pocus 2 came together for the premiere of the new Disney+ Original live-action comedy. This is the sequel to Hocus Pocus and this celebration for this sequel took place at New York’s AMC Lincoln Square Cinemas. On hand for the night were the film’s stars…
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Walt Disney World Resort Guests Instructed to Shelter in Rooms as Hurricane Ian Arrives
As weather reports predict that the weather will get significantly worse at 9:00 PM ET in the Orlando area, Walt Disney World Resort is instructing its guests to remain in their rooms starting at 9:00 PM until the storm subsides. The announcement is being shown on the bottom of the Resort TV channels on the…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Updates Chaperone Policy
Knott’s Berry Farm has once again updated its chaperone policy. The new policy comes as Knott dials in on a balance of what works and is reasonable while keeping safety a priority. In a post on social media today, Knott’s shared that the updated policy will allow 5 guests under 18 years old with a…