Author: Mr. Daps
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Anthony Mackie, Russo Brothers and Writers Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely Help Marvel Studios Kick Off the “We Love You 3000” Tour at SDCC 2019
SAN DIEGO, CA (July 20, 2019) – In celebration of the in-home release of Marvel Studios AVENGERS: ENDGAME (releasing Digitally on 7/30 and Blu-ray™ on 8/13), directors Anthony and Joe Russo, along with special MCU guest Anthony Mackie and writers Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely, kicked off the “We Love You 3000” tour from the IMDboat at San Diego Comic-Con 2019. As…
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Sunday Spotlight: Recent Disneyland Birthday Celebrations
This week Disneyland celebrated its 64th birthday. This year, the celebration was capped off with a cavalcade that was offered twice throughout the course of the day. In recent years, this has been one of the offerings that has been utilized to celebrate the day. There have also been ceremonies on the steps of the…
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First Star Trek: Picard Trailer Blends New and Old Around Jean-Luc
Today at San Diego Comic-Con a full trailer for Star Trek: Picard was revealed in a panel in Hall-H. The trailer reveals where Picard is, where he has come from, and also where he is going. To say it is intriguing would be an understatement. Watch the trailer below and then continue on for my…
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Marvel Unveils Phase Four Plans for Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Today in Hall H at Comic-Con International in San Diego, Marvel Studios’ President Kevin Feige officially announced the lineup of feature films for the next two years and shared exciting new information on the brand-new Marvel Studios’ series created exclusively for Disney+, Disney’s upcoming streaming service launching in the U.S. on November 12. Following is…
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Beyond the Birthday – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to this week’s edition of DISNEY Reporter. Seeing that we missed last week due to a death in the family, there is a lot to cover this week! From the Disney Parks to the movies, to the D23 Expo, to San Diego Comic-Con, Mr. DAPs takes the news beyond just the birthday this week…
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Jiggs Whigham Jazzes Up the Night With The Disneyland Resort 2019 All-American College Band
Thursday night the Disneyland Resort 2019 All-American College Band was led by world-renown jazz trombonist Jiggs Whigham. The set was performed at the Hollywood Backlots Stage at Disney California Adventure at 8:45 pm. With the sound of superhero music in the background, Jiggs Whigham and the band jazzed up the night with a set that…
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The Walt Disney Company’s Portfolio of Brands Receives 116 Emmy® Nominations
(July 17, 2019) Yesterday, nominations for the 2019 Primetime Emmy® Awards were announced from the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre at the Saban Media Center in North Hollywood. Walt Disney Television received 95 nominations, with FX receiving 32, led by Fosse/Verdonand Pose; 15 nods were given to National Geographic and Nat Geo WILD; and Disney Channel received…
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The Disney Inspiration Run – Powered by Magic and Style – to Return This Autumn with All-new Halloween Theme
Shanghai, July 19, 2019 – The Disney Inspiration Run is set to return to Shanghai Disney Resort for the third time this October, bringing with it unique autumn fun and Halloween surprises for the whole family. The 2019 Autumn Disney Inspiration Run will take place on the weekend of October 19 – 20 and will see…
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‘The Lion King’ Gets Off to a Roaring Start
The Lion King is set to reign over the box office as it debuts around the world this weekend. The film posted a huge $23 million in Thursday evening previews at the domestic box office, where it opens in over 4,700 theaters today. Internationally, the film opens in most major territories this weekend after rolling out…
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Disney DescenDANCE Party Coming to Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort
Fans of Disney Descendants and VK (villains kids) will want to be stopping by Disney Springs this summer. Today it was announced that from July 26-August 11, the Disney DescenDANCE Party will be offered at Disney Springs at the Marketplace Stage. The party is in celebration of the arrival of Descendants 3 on August 2 at…
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Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade Marches Through Disneyland
One day after the final performance of Mickey’s Soundsational Parade ended its run, Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade began making its way up and down the parade route through Disneyland. The cavalcade gives guests the opportunity to see Mickey and friends perform with the Disneyland Band all along the parade route. Although short, the cavalcade…
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Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Runs Takes 1 Millionth Guest on Galactic Flight at Disneyland
The Millennium Falcon has been a busy ship since guests were able to board and fly her starting on May 31st when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disneyland. This week, the 1 millionth guest to ride the fastest hunk of junk of the galaxy went on a galactic adventure. The guest was 8-year-old Jonathan…
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Disney Garners Perfect Score on Disability Equality Index
The Walt Disney Company scored a perfect 100 percent on the 2019 Disability Equality Index (DEI) and has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion. The annual benchmarking index is a joint initiative of Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities. Disability:IN is the leading nonprofit resource…
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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade Says Goodbye to Disneyland After 8 Year Run
Mickey’s Soundsational Parade made its last run along the parade route on Disneyland 64th birthday this week. The percussive parade had been making its way through Disneyland on and off for the last 8 years. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade officially debuted on May 27, 2011. Since then, it has made magic for guests with its live…
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Disneyland Celebrates 64th Birthday With Cavalcade of Characters!
On Wednesday, July 17, 2019, Disneyland celebrated 64 years of making magic. The Happiest Place on Earth came alive along the parade route as Mickey, Minnie, the Disneyland Ambassadors, the Dapper Dans, and a host of characters led the birthday moments. Each happened approximately 35 minutes before Mickey’s Soundsational Parade. The cavalcade included dozens of…
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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Reveal D23 Expo 2019 Plans!
BURBANK, Calif. (July 17, 2019) – D23 Expo 2019 will be a must for fans of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. An immersive pavilion will provide an insider’s look at new themed lands, attractions, shows, and more, in addition to a jam-packed schedule of entertaining presentations and a number of exclusive shopping opportunities for every…
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The Resistance Arrives – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 942 (#460)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week the geeks go all over the place as they talk about Disney theme parks, movies, and more! There are also two segments, one old and one new, in the show this week. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode of GEEKS CORNER! If you’d like to…
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Splash Mountain Celebrates 30 Years at the Disneyland Resort!
30 years ago Disneyland guests first found their laughing place when Splash Mountain opened at the Happiest Place on Earth! Since then, guests have enjoyed the music, comedy, adventure, and of course, the big splash at the end as they visit friends from The Song of the South. Splash Mountain was originally envisioned by Imagineer Tony…
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Marvel Studios Celebrates The In-Home Release of “Avengers: Endgame” with the “We Love You 3000” Tour
Nine cities and 3,000 giveaways to thank fans who’ve invested 11 years in the MCU! In celebration of the in-home release of “Avengers: Endgame,” Marvel Studios and directors Anthony and Joe Russo have teamed up to launch the “We Love You 3000” Tour as a way to thank the fans who have invested so deeply…
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National Geographic Coming to D23 Expo 2019!
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 15, 2019) – National Geographic joins Disney’s D23 Expo show floor for the first time, delivering unique experiences that inspire curiosity and exploration for fans of all ages. From free solo climbing to the top of El Capitan to exploring the “why” behind the “wow” behind our gray matter, National Geographic will…
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Pictorial: Disney’s The Lion King Celebrates European Premiere With Royal Celebration!
Disney’s The Lion King celebrated its European premiere over the weekend in Leicester Square in London. The event was attended by filmmakers, cast, and even Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The royal pair were on hand because the event was supporting the conservation work of HRH The Duke of Sussex through…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort 10K Weekend Returns with All-star Pixar Pals from Day-to-Night, debuting its very first Night Run and Post-Race Night Party
Hong Kong Disneyland 10K Weekend 2019 – Presented by AIA Vitality Public Registration Begins on July 18 HONG KONG, July 10, 2019 – Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s (HKDL) popular annual “10K Weekend” is making a triumphant return on November 2-3, 2019, with over 100 beloved Pixar Pals from movies “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.” and “Inside Out”, Disney Friends and performers at…
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Electroland Returns to Disneyland Paris in 2020 for a 4th Edition
It’s official! After a successful third edition, Electroland will return to Disneyland Paris in 2020. This year, Electroland was back with the theme “Enter the Jungle”, inspired by the Lion King and Jungle Festival that allowed visitors to enter in the jungle with the roaring DJ sets of Steve Aoki, Alesso, Armin Van Buuren and…
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Sunday Spotlight: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is an enclosed roller coaster currently found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. It also can be found at the Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris. However, this version will be closing on September 1, 2019. The attraction features the music of Aerosmith as guests race through…