Author: Mr. Daps
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Sinclair Broadcast Group to Acquire 21 Regional Sports Networks from Disney at a Valuation of $10.6 Billion
Byron Allen to Become Equity and Content Partner in RSN Holding Company BALTIMORE, MD and BURBANK, CA (May 3, 2019) — Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) (“Sinclair” or the “Company”) and The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) (“Disney”) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Sinclair will acquire the…
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Sunday Spotlight: The Great Movie Ride
The Great Movie Ride was an attraction that also was the centerpiece of Disney’s Hollywood Studios when it opened as the Disney-MGM Studios. It was a celebration of the movies and lived in a replica of Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. It was iconic and beloved my some while tolerated by others. History of The Great Movie…
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John Williams’ Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Symphonic Suite Released
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens later this month at the Disneyland Resort and at the end of the summer at the Walt Disney World Resort. As the opening for this new land gets closer at both resorts, more is coming out about it. One of the things that came out this week is the new…
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Adventures by Disney Announces Egypt Itinerary, Growing Global Vacation Portfolio for 2020
New adult-only experiences, reimagined Montana vacation and returning worldwide itineraries round out 2020 lineup GLENDALE, California (May 2, 2019) — Adventures by Disney will transport guests to the storied land of pharaohs and pyramids in 2020 with the launch of an unforgettable family vacation itinerary in Egypt, a three-part tour featuring adventures by land, river…
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Details Released on How to Make Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Reservations!
This morning details were released for how to make reservations for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. These are necessary for anyone wanting to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge between May 31st and June 23rd 2019. Along with a reservation, guests must have valid theme park admission. Here are the details: Beginning today, May 2, at 10…
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Alan Bergman Upped, Alan Horn Expands Role at The Walt Disney Studios
Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, and Alan Horn, Chairman of The Walt Disney Studios, have announced that Walt Disney Studios President Alan Bergman has been elevated to Co-Chairman of the Studio Entertainment division. He will serve alongside Horn, while Horn will assume the additional title of Chief…
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First Female Drum Major at USC Joining 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band
New beginnings are coming to the USC Trojan Marching Band as the first female drum major for the band has been named. India Anderson, a tuba player who will be a junior in 2019-2020, is thrilled for the opportunity. In an interview with KABC-TV Los Angeles, Anderson said that it’s “something I really wanted, I…
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Mickey’s Avengers – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 931 (#449)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there are a lot of things to geek out about both in the parks and beyond. The show starts off with another look at AVENGERS: ENDGAME. Then the geeks chat about some of the things happening at the Disneyland Resort. This includes Mickey’s PhilharMagic arriving at the Disneyland Resort,…
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TOY STORY 4 Kicks Off Phenomenal Promotions Campaign, Inviting 14 Brands to an All-New Adventure
Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” Opens Nationwide June 21 BURBANK, Calif. (April 30, 2019) – The toys are back on the big screen with an all-new adventure in Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4,” inviting 14 brands to join the fun, including Alaska Airlines, Babybel® and The Laughing Cow®, Best Western®, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®, Bounty®, Chrysler,…
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Watch the Livestream 30th Anniversary Celebration of Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World!
On May 1st Disney Parks will be live streaming the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The celebration will include a cavalcade with Mickey Mouse and other Disney stars on hand to celebrate the special day! The live stream is scheduled to begin at 9:55 AM EST and can be watched below.…
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5 Reasons to Join Team DAPS MAGIC for the 2019 CHOC Walk!
The 2019 CHOC Walk in the Park will be coming to the Disneyland Resort on August 11th and team DAPS MAGIC will be walking through the parks to make a difference! This is always one of the most fun events of the year. Thousands of people come together to go to the Disneyland Resort and…
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Will Smith And Disney Partner Up with Make-A-Wish to Launch #FRIENDLIKEME Challenge Ahead of Aladdin’s Arrival in Theaters
Will Smith may be playing the genie in Disney’s upcoming live-action version of Aladdin but in real life, he is also working to grant some wishes! Today for World Wish Day, it was announced that he and The Walt Disney Company have partnered up with Make-A-Wish for the #FRIENDLIKEME challenge. This challenge is to help…
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Disney Celebrates World Wish Day by Honoring the More than 8,400 Wishes it Grants Annually
Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating World Wish Day by honoring the thousands of wishes granted at its parks and resorts every year, and is investing $20,000 in Make-A-Wish® Central and Northern Florida to help make the dreams of even more children a reality. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., April 29, 2019—Nearly half of the children…
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Treat Mom to a Magical Mother’s Day at Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (April 29, 2019) – Walt Disney World Resort is the perfect place to celebrate mothers who deserve the best on their special day. From relaxing spa treatments and delicious meals to shopping at Disney Springs and exploring Walt Disney World theme parks, there are near limitless options to give mom the…
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Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME Shatters Box Office Records with Historic $1.2 Billion Global Debut
Records Fall as Anthony and Joe Russo-Directed Blockbuster Posts Estimated $350 Million Domestic and $859 Million International Debuts International Gross Includes Record Estimated $330.5 Million Opening in China BURBANK, Calif. – April 28, 2019 – Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Endgame” made history this weekend with a record-shattering estimated global debut of $1,209.0 million, becoming the first film in history…
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Heroic Avengers Offerings for Marvel Fans at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, April 26, 2019 – With Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame now in theaters across China, Shanghai Disney Resort is helping guests get in on the Marvel Super Hero action with a new lineup of incredible Marvel-themed surprises. As the Home of the Heroes, Shanghai Disney Resort is the place for guests to enjoy an immersive Marvel-themed…
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‘Avengers: Endgame’ Has Highest Ever Domestic Preview
Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame earned $60 million domestically in Thursday evening previews, ahead of its official North American debut today. This surpasses the previous record set by Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015 ($57 million domestic). The film is off to a record-breaking start around the world, posting an estimated $305 million worldwide in its first two days,…
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AVENGERS: ENDGAME – Spoiler Filled Review
AVENGERS: ENDGAME is taking the world by storm. This newest movie in the MCU has the Avengers trying to save the world they love from Thanos. As is always the case, nothing is as simple or as easy as it should be. AVENGERS: ENDGAME is a film that will be watched and re-watched, analyzed and…
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Sunday Spotlight: Mickey’s Toontown
Mickey’s Toontown is a land found behind Fantasyland at Disneyland. There is also one at Tokyo Disneyland called simply Toontown. The land is was inspired by Toontown in Who Framed Roger Rabbit? It is meant to recreate the world that Mickey Mouse and the gang live in. It generally closes early on evenings with fireworks. History…
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Time to Assemble – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot to cover from the top Disney and geek headlines. Things start off AVENGERS: ENDGAME and move to the plethora of news coming out of the Disney Parks. The report wraps up this week with some news about Disney’s continued streaming service expansions. We hope…
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New Mural Being Painted on Main Street, USA at Disneyland Resort
A new mural is being painted next to the firehouse on Main Street, USA at Disneyland. This morning two painters could be seen working on the two big doors where trolleys and Main Street vehicles enter and exit the street. They were more than willing to share about their project and even Donald Duck got…
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Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration – A Guest Review by Alyssa
This morning friend of DAPS MAGIC had the opportunity to experience Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. Below she shares what the experience was like along with her thoughts about it. For more details about Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration, click here. Thank you, Alyssa, for sharing…
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Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration Opens in Downtown Disney District
Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration is now open at the Disneyland Resort. Found in the former home of the ESPN Zone, this exhibit is an experience celebrating the world’s most beloved mouse! This limited offering will allow guests to take photos in the various rooms, try out some of the food, and of course check…
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Avengers Assemble Around Captain Marvel in Disney California Adventure as AVENGERS: ENDGAME Arrives in Theaters
Today AVENGERS: ENDGAME arrived in theaters and is on pace to break box office records all over the place. At the Disneyland Resort, the Avengers also were assembling near Captain Marvel on this marvelous day (and buttons were being given out for the movie!). Along with the opening of the movie, Mickey’s PhilharMagic also opened…