Author: Mr. Daps
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Disneyland Teases First New Villain for Oogie Boogie Bash
This year’s Oogie Boogie Bash promises to have new Disney villains and other fun offerings for those who attend. The Disneyland Resort has released a video that teases a new villain who will be appearing at this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash. Multiple nights for the official Halloween party of the Disneyland Resort in Disney California…
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Disney Announces Details for Third Quarter Earnings Call
The Walt Disney Company has announced the details for its third-quarter earnings call. This call will be offered via a webcast and will discuss the fiscal third quarter 2026 for the company. It will begin on August 5, 2026, at 8:30 AM ET. It will give a glimpse into how the company is performing as…
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‘BEHEMOTH!’ Teaser Trailer Released by Searchlight Pictures
The first teaser trailer has been released for the upcoming Searchlight Pictures film, BEHEMOTH! The film stars Pedro Pascal and is directed by Tony Gilroy. The film follows the story of a professional musician from Los Angeles and his family. Joining Pascal in the cast are Olivia Wilde, Eva Victor, Alexa Swinton, Kaya Ralls, Erik…
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‘LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian’ Coming to Disney+
This is the way. Make a Star Wars story, then make a LEGO version inspired by it. The newest Star Wars story to get this treatment comes from The Mandalorian. After The Mandalorian and Grogu arrived in theaters earlier this year, another version is heading to Disney+. Today, it was announced that LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian…
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Alice in Wonderland Merchandise Arrives on Disney Store in Celebration of 75th Anniversary
It’s hard to believe it, but Alice in Wonderland first came out 75 years ago in theaters! As the film celebrates its 75th anniversary, the Disney Store has unveiled new merchandise on DisneyStore.com. The merchandise, which celebrates this Disney classic, includes exclusive apparel, plush from Disney Store Japan, a limited edition doll, and more. Here is…
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Disney and Jon Youshaei to Host World’s Top Creators for ‘Created in LA’ Event
Disney and Jon Youshaei are coming together to host a first-of-its-kind event in Los Angeles. This event will be a two-day celebration of storytelling and innovation. It will bring storytellers together with collaborators, business partners, and sponsors. The hope is that by connecting these creators, the foundation of the future of content creation will begin…
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‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Digital Download and Disc Release Dates Revealed
The Mandalorian and Grogu has been playing in theaters. Soon, fans will be able to watch it from the comfort of their own homes. Disney announced both the digital download and disc release dates for this newest Star Wars film (Daps Magic’s review is here). Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu will arrive on digital…
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A Great Big Beautiful D23 – GEEKS CORNER #824
Welcome back to Geeks Corner! With D23—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—just a month away, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear dive deep into the massive programming announcement to discuss the panels, concerts, and showcases they are most excited for this August. Here is what you can look forward to in this week’s episode: Episode Highlights The…
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The Legend of Mythica | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 14, 2006
On this day in 2006, The Legend of Mythica show debuted in the Mediterranean Harbor at Tokyo DisneySea for the park’s 5th Anniversary Celebration. The elaborate daytime spectacular chronicled how spiritual companions, portrayed by Mickey and Friends, are humanity’s connection to the mythical world in order to bring love and harmony back to us. The…
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The Muppets Studio Signature Collection Coming to Mickey’s of Glendale at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
In one month, Disney fans will converge on Anaheim, California, for the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Leading up to this event, the panel schedule has been announced, teasers have been made about a new panel with The Muppets, and Neil Patrick Harris is stepping in to host Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. Along…
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Muppet Music Coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
With just a month until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, details are beginning to be released about what specifically will be offered. This includes the full programming calendar. It was also announced that Neil Patrick Harris will be hosting Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. This showcase will be inspired by the Carousel of Progress. There…
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Neil Patrick Harris to Host Carousel of Progress-Inspired Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase
Today, D23 revealed the panel lineup for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this August. The lineup includes a lot of things for Disney fans to get excited about. For fans of the parks, this year’s Disney Experiences Showcase immediately jumped out. This wasn’t just because it is the showcase that will look at what…
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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event All-Day Programming Lineup Revealed
With less than a month to go until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, details are starting to come out about what specifically will be offered. Today, D23 revealed the all-day programming lineup for this year’s D23 event. This gives a look at the different offerings that will be available on August 14, 15, and…
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New Menu Revealed as Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby Opens at Downtown Disney District
An exact official opening date for Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby has not been revealed yet. However, reservations are now available for the newest restaurant in the Downtown Disney District. As of this morning, reservations became available for the restaurant starting at 4:30 PM daily. The reservations begin today, Monday, July 13, 2026. Along with…
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‘Jurassic Park’ Star Sam Neill Passes Away at 78
Sam Neill has passed away at the age of 78. The death of the Jurassic Park star was announced by his family in an Instagram post. It said: It is with immense sadness that the whānau of Sam Neill share the news of his passing on Monday 13th July, in Sydney Australia. Sam was surrounded by…
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Disneyland Resort Opens Gates to Evening Ticket Holders for First Time
On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the Disneyland Resort allowed guests to enter with evening tickets for the first time. The tickets sold out fairly quickly and allow guests to enter either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure five hours before closing. This meant that on Sunday night, that evening ticket holders could enter Disney California Adventure…
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Disney’s Rockin’ the Bay | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 13, 2002
On this day in 2002, “Disney’s Rockin’ the Bay” kicked off a six-week summer concert series at Disney’s California Adventure. Performers with Top 10 hits from the 1960s and ‘70s headlined two shows daily until August 23. The Beach Boys started off the series and were followed by 18 other recording groups like Chubby Checker…
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Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Starbucks Travel Tumbler Now Available on Disney Store
Fans of Starbucks and the Haunted Mansion have a new reason to be happy. A new Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Starbucks Travel Tumbler is part of a larger Haunted Mansion collection now available on DisneyStore.com. The tumbler has the iconic Haunted Mansion wallpaper around the outside, along with a Starbucks logo. The full details about this…
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VIDEO: Paint the Night Parade on 4th of July Weekend
Paint the Night parade continues to light up the night at Disneyland during its 70th celebration. While the Disneyland 70th Celebration concludes on August 9th, the Paint the Night parade will continue to run through August 20th. Its run will end before Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort begins on August 21, 2026. Over the…
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‘Moana’ Faces Headwinds With $43 Million Opening Weekend
Moana dipped its toes into the water as it entered the box office race this weekend, earning $43 million domestically. The film, which stars Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia, is a live-action remake of the 2016 Disney animated film of the same name. The Thomas Kail-directed film fell short of the domestic targets that ranged from $60 million…
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Down the Rabbit Hole: Remembering the Mad T Party
Join Mr. Daps this week as we journey down the rabbit hole to revisit a beloved piece of Disney California Adventure history: the Mad T Party. What began as an experimental nighttime dance party evolved into a cornerstone of DCA’s entertainment, building a unique community and leaving behind lasting friendships that persist a decade later.…
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Brian Grazer | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 11, 1951
On this day in 1951, film and television producer Brian Grazer was born. He is best known for founding Imagine Entertainment with Ron Howard in 1985. Their projects are some of Hollywood’s most successful, having grossed over $15 billion. Grazer co-wrote and produced ‘Splash’ in 1984, the first-ever film for Disney’s Touchstone Pictures. The duo…
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Mad T Party – Caption of the Week
Happy Saturday! It’s that wonderful time of the week to dig into the Daps Magic photo archives and pick a photo for this week’s Caption of the Week! Last week’s photo had Goofy being… well, Goofy! This week, we look back to 2013 and the Mad T Party in Disney California Adventure. This was a…
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Disney Legend Profile: Chris Berman – Television
On August 16, 2026, the 2026 class of Disney Legends will be honored in a ceremony at the Honda Center at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Disney Legends are chosen for their contribution to the Disney legacy. This tradition dates back to 1987. Fred MacMurray has the distinction of being the first Disney Legend.…