Author: Mr. Daps
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Disney Parks to Release Limited-Release Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Ears by Vera Wang, Heidi Klum, The Blonds, Betsey Johnson and More
New Disney Parks Designer Collection Celebrates Legendary Mouse Duo, Available at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World and Online at shopDisney.com BURBANK, Calif. (May 13, 2019) – Today, Disney announced an exclusive, limited-release collection of Mickey ear hats and Minnie ear headbands designed by notable celebrities, designers and artists extending the stories of fan-favorite Disney Parks…
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Stars of Disney’s Live-Action Aladdin Continue World Tour With Stop in London
WILL SMITH, MENA MASSOUD, NAOMI SCOTT, GUY RITCHIE & ALAN MENKEN ATTEND EUROPEAN GALA AT ODEON LUXE THEATRE On the heels of Wednesday’s gala screening in Paris, the stars of Disney’s live-action adaptation “Aladdin” including Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, Marwan Kenzari, director Guy Ritchie, producers Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich and composer Alan…
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24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Expands to 87 Days Global Dining Delights and Festival Fun on Tap Aug. 29-Nov. 23
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 9, 2019) – A culinary mashup of global cultures and gourmet innovation will bring irresistible bites, sips, entertainment and family fun to the 24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Aug. 29-Nov 23, 2019. This year, the celebrated summer-into-fall festival at Walt Disney World Resort will add a dozen extra…
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Sunday Spotlight: Astro Orbiter
There are a few icons at Disneyland that just can’t be missed. Obviously, there is Sleeping Beauty Castle, the Matterhorn and the other mountains, the Train Station, and the Mark Twain. Another one, that might be first on the list, is the Astro Orbiter. It is nearly impossible to walk through the Hub and not…
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It’s a Season of Plenty this Fall at Walt Disney World Resort
New nighttime shows, the longest foodie festival in Disney history, and a galaxy far, far away among many highlights in 2019 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 10, 2019) – As the calendar turns the page into fall later this year, the curtain will lift on an exciting time for Walt Disney World Resort. Star Wars:…
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Happy 90th Birthday Margaret Kerry!
Not too many people can say that they practically share a birthday with Mickey Mouse. Mickey recently turned 90, and today Margaret Kerry celebrates her 90th birthday! Born Peggy Lynch on May 11, 1929, she worked as an actress and dancer on the “Our Gang” comedies, which were part of “The Little Rascals” shorts by…
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Details Released for Food in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Take A Look at What’s Being Offered!
When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at the end of the month there will be many things to experience. As guests step into the world of Star Wars they won’t just experience attractions, stores, and merchandise. They will also get the opportunity to experience food from several food locations in the land. Guests visiting the…
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Disney California Adventure to Welcome Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind to Pixar Pier This Summer!
Pixar Pier continues to grow and introduce new experiences. Earlier this spring, Jessie’s Critter Carousel opened over by the Incredicoaster. Next to arrive will be the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at the other end of Pixar Pier. Today it was announced that this will be opening sometime this summer! The attraction is inspired by Disney-Pixar’s…
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Walt Disney World Resort Unwraps and Unveils 64 Disney Skyliner Gondolas!
This week 64 Disney Skyliner Gondolas were unwrapped and unveiled in the skies above the Walt Disney World Resort. The 64 gondolas include wraps that feature Disney films, attractions, and characters from across its many properties. These gondolas have been tested recently with guests attempting to see what was underneath the wraps. Now, the wraps…
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Disneyland Resort Introduces New Annual Passport: Disney Flex Passport
Today Disneyland introduced a new annual passport for guests visiting the Disneyland Resort. The Disney Flex Passport will offer guests the chance to plan their trips to the Disneyland Resort with options that match their desires for upcoming visits. The new annual pass will be offered for $599 starting on May 21st. The Disney Flex…
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ZAYN and Zhavia Ward to Perform Oscar and GRAMMY-Winning Song A WHOLE NEW WORLD as Featured in Disney’s ALADDIN
ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK TO FEATURE CLASSIC SCORE AND ORIGINAL SONGS BY COMPOSER ALAN MENKEN, LYRICISTS HOWARD ASHMAN AND TIM RICE, PLUS A NEW SONG WRITTEN BY MENKEN, BENJ PASEK AND JUSTIN PAUL WILL SMITH AND DJ KHALED TO PERFORM NEW UPDATED RENDITION OF OSCAR-NOMINATED SONG “FRIEND LIKE ME” DIGITAL ALBUM SET FOR RELEASE MAY…
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Walt Disney World Resort Honors Top Disney VoluntEARS with $2,500 Grants to Gift to the Nonprofit Organizations of Their Choosing
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 8, 2019—While Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS are recognized year-round for their dedication to serving the Central Florida community, it’s only once a year top Disney VoluntEARS receive the highly sought-after title of “VoluntEARS of the Year.” Each year, Walt Disney World Resort honors a VoluntEAR of the Year, VoluntEARS…
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Cast from Disney’s Live-Action ALADDIN Kick Off Magic Carpet World Tour in Paris with French Gala and Photo Call
Follow Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, Guy Ritchie & Alan Menken as They Continue Their Magic Carpet Ride around the World at #MagicCarpetTour The cast and filmmakers of Disney’s live-action adaptation “Aladdin,” including Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, director Guy Ritchie and composer Alan Menken, participated in a photo call and attended a…
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Build Your Own Customized Lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
One of the experiences that will be available when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at the end of the month will be the ability to build your own lightsaber. This will be done at Black Spire Outlet by visiting Savi’s Workshop at Savi’s Scrapyard. There, appointments can be made with the Gatherers to customize and…
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Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Announced for December Release
This last week the world celebrated Star Wars day on May 4th. There were multiple Star Wars announcements and festivities happening around the globe. One of these announcements focused on multiple books arriving ahead and around Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. One of these books that was announced was Art of Star Wars: The…
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios Celebrates 30 Magical Years with Debut of New Nighttime Projection Show
“Wonderful World of Animation” to cap milestone day at the Walt Disney World Resort theme park, including special merchandise, food and beverage, and character appearances LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 1, 2019) – Today Disney’s Hollywood Studios celebrated its 30thanniversary in a grand style befitting the glamorous Walt Disney World Resort theme park. The day…
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There’s More Star Wars! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 932 (#450)
Welcome to a Star Wars heavy episode of GEEKS CORNER! With the announcements of new movies, the release os a new score, and more details about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge released this week, there is a LOT to talk about! Throughout the show, there is also discussion about the Disneyland After Dark event, Heroes Assemble.…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Baby Gorilla
A new gorilla has been born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. The new baby gorilla is named Grace after the GRACE gorilla sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The sanctuary is dedicated to helping gorillas orphaned by poaching. Grace was born on May 1, 2019. The birth of Grace…
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Walt Disney World Resort announces $1.5 million investment in Valencia College for state-of-the-art culinary arts and hospitality facility in downtown Orlando
The world-class facility will be renamed The Walt Disney World Center for Culinary Arts and Hospitality at Valencia College as part of the college’s reimagination and relocation of the program to downtown Orlando. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. May 6, 2019—As part of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer’s vision of an educational ecosystem in the downtown Orlando area,…
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VIDEO: Sony Releases New Spider-Man: Far From Home Trailer
An official trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home arrived today. In it, Spider-Man is excited to go on vacation and see Europe. Of course, things never seem to go as they should and soon Spider-Man finds himself enmeshed in an adventure he really wishes he wasn’t a part of. Check out the trailer below. Be…
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U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels Soar Over Epcot for National Military Appreciation Month
Last week the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flew over Epcot and Spaceship Earth in a spectacular display of precision flying. This was done to honor and celebrate National Military Appreciation Month. The Blue Angels flew over Spaceship Earth twice. They did so from 500 feet above the ground as they traveled 250 miles per hour.…
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Walt Disney World Resort provides 40,000 Disney books to Central Florida educators, children and families
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 4, 2019—Disney is known for its imaginative storytelling, and today Walt Disney World Resort brought thousands of new and classic Disney-themed stories into the Central Florida community. Through its second annual First Book Family Festival, Walt Disney World Resort placed 40,000 needed books into the hands of Central Florida educators,…
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‘Avengers: Endgame’ is Fastest Ever to $2 Billion
Avengers: Endgame’s historic run continues this weekend. The blockbuster film from Marvel Studios has crossed the $2 billion mark at the global box office, earning an estimated worldwide gross of $2.189 billion in just 11 days of release—the fastest any film has reached this threshold. Avengers: Endgame is now one of just five films ever to earn…
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Disney Brings ‘Avengers: Endgame’ to Troops in Afghanistan
U.S. troops stationed overseas in Afghanistan who had been resigned to avoiding spoilers until the end of their deployments were surprised with special screenings of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame this week. The Walt Disney Company brought the record-shattering film to Bagram Air Field on Wednesday, May 1, and Thursday, May 2, with showings planned for Kandahar…