Author: Mr. Daps
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Everything You Need to Know About The Oscars
On Sunday, March 15, 2026, the Oscars will be airing live on ABC and also on Hulu for all subscribers. This year’s Oscars will be hosted again by Conan O’Brien and held at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. Ahead of this year’s Academy Awards Ceremony, Disney has shared all of the information anyone could…
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The Walt Disney Company to Webcast Annual Shareholder Meeting
On March 18, 2026, The Walt Disney Company will hold its annual shareholder meeting. This will also be the beginning of a new chapter in the history of Disney. March 18th is also the day that Josh D’Amaro will be taking on the role of Chief Executive Officer, as current CEO Bob Iger retires. Ahead…
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A New Era of Leadership at Disney Experiences and the Disneyland Resort
There is a new era of leadership beginning at Disney Experiences and the Disneyland Resort. This comes as Thomas Mazloum moves from his role as Disneyland Resort President to that of Disney Experiences Chairman. In his place, President and Manager of Disney Parks International Jill Estorino will be taking over leadership of The Happiest Place…
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Kim Irvine | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 12, 2011
On this day in 2011, Kim Irvine, former Imagineer and Art Director for Disneyland, received the Buzz Price Thea Award from the Themed Entertainment Association. Irvine was the first woman to receive this lifetime achievement award. She began work at WED Enterprises straight out of high school in 1970. Her career with Disney lasted for…
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Josh Gad Takes on Storybook Land Canal Boats at Disneyland in New Video
Josh Gad has been thrown into many Cast Member roles at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. This has included the Jungle Cruise, the Disneyland Railroad, the Kilimanjaro Safari, and the Haunted Mansion. The Disney Parks has released a new video with Josh Gad taking on the role of Cast Member at the Storybook…
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‘Bluey’s Best Day Ever!’ Marquee Revealed at Disneyland
Bluey’s Best Day Ever! kicks off at the Disneyland Resort on March 22nd. When it does, guests will be immersed in the world of Bluey when they visit the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland. Ahead of the start of this new offering that is destined to be ridiculously popular, the new marquee for the Fantasyland Theatre…
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The Power and Importance of Invisible Magic at the Disneyland Resort
There is an invisible magic that happens at the Disneyland Resort on a daily basis. For the most part, it is never seen by guests of The Happiest Place on Earth! It most definitely is felt, though! This magic comes from a department at the Disneyland Resort that is tasked with the care and maintenance…
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2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise Arrives on DisneyStore.com
The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is currently filling EPCOT with vibrant experiences and gardens. This springtime celebration continues through June 1, 2026. It offers delicious food, blooming gardens, exclusive merchandise, and live entertainment, all full of color! This year’s merchandise features Orange Bird, Figment, and other Disney characters to continue the celebration of…
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‘The Lion King: Celebration in the Sky’ Lights Up Skies Over Disney Adventure on Maiden Voyage
The Disney Adventure is currently on its maiden voyage. The newest and largest ship to join the Disney Cruise Line fleet is sailing out of its home port in Singapore on a three-night cruise. One of the highlights of a Disney cruise is the fact that they do fireworks at sea. In fact, this is…
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Teaser Released for Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special
Ahead of the arrival of the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special on Disney+ on March 24th, Miley Cyrus shared a teaser for the special. It looks at what guests can expect to see when the special premieres on Disney’s streaming service. Cyrus shared the teaser on her social media. It can be seen below! The special…
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Sipping and Savoring at Food & Wine – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #806
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a lot of ground to cover. Originally, the show was going to be focused mostly on the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. However, there were some other announcements that came out. So, the show also covers Thomas Mazloum becoming the Disney Experiences Chairman and Jill…
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Mulan Parade | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 11, 2001
On this day in 2001, the Mulan Parade made its final run at Disney-MGM Studios in Florida. The parade opened on the same day as the ‘Mulan’ film – June 19, 1998. Similar versions also ran for a short time at both Disneyland in California and Disneyland Paris. Mushu led the parade, which included 53…
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Jill Estorino Named New President of Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort is getting a new president. After it was announced that current Disneyland Resort President Thomas Mazloum is being promoted to the role of Chairman of Disney Experiences, it was announced that Jill Estorino will be coming to lead The Happiest Place on Earth! She will take on this role on March 18th,…
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Disneyland Resort President Thomas Mazloum Promoted to Chairman of Disney Experiences
In January 2025, Thomas Mazloum was named President of the Disneyland Resort. Today, he was promoted to lead Disney Experiences. He came to this role after being the president of New Experiences Portfolio & Disney Signature Experiences. Mazloum held many other leadership positions within The Walt Disney Company throughout his career. This includes leadership positions…
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Part of Tomorrowland Closed After Backstage Incident at Disneyland
An incident today at Disneyland in Tomorrowland led to the closure of part of Tomorrowland. This included the closure of Space Mountain, Star Tours, and the Star Trader. The incident led to Anaheim Fire & Rescue being dispatched to Disneyland. Disneyland officials said that building materials that were being used by a contractor backstage produced…
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D23 Announces Event at ESPN Headquarters
D23 has announced a new event in April that will take place at the ESPN headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut. The event will take place on April 24, 2026, with tours offered in the morning and also in the afternoon. During the tour, D23 members will get the chance to visit the ESPN Welcome Center, the…
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Disney Celebrates 100-Year Legacy of Winnie the Pooh
100 years ago, the beloved silly old bear known as Winnie the Pooh was created. Since then, he and his friends from the 100-acre wood have become beloved by millions. He has brought joy and comfort to fans of all ages over the course of the last century. As Winnie the Pooh celebrates 100 years…
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Disney Confirms Kathryn Hahn is Mother Gothel
Disney is making a live-action version of Tangled. This musical has already found its leads in Australian actress Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim of Disney’s Zombies franchise for the roles of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. Now, it has found its Mother Gothel. In January, Kathryn Hahn was in talks with Disney for the role. Now, those talks have…
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Sip & Savor Food Review at 2026 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival has begun at the Disneyland Resort. This delicious festival runs through April 27, 2026, and is full of a variety of food, beverages, entertainment, demonstrations, merchandise, and more for guests to enjoy! During the opening weekend of the Food & Wine Festival, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear…
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Golden Zephyr Closes at Disney California Adventure for Refurbishment
There have been quite a few closures recently in Disney California Adventure. While there really isn’t an off-season at the Disneyland Resort, recent refurbishments suggest it may be an off-season now. Recently, Jumpin’ Jellyfish underwent a brief refurbishment and then reopened the front half of the attraction. The other half still has scrims around it…
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New ‘We Call It Imagineering’ Episode Looks at Disney Cruise Line’s Biggest Ship
The Disney Adventure is now on its maiden voyage from its home port in Singapore. As cruises get to experience this magical new ship, Walt Disney Imagineering has released a new episode of We Call It Imagineering. This episode takes a look at Disney Cruise Line’s newest and largest ship. This is done by looking…
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Walls Come Down From Around Troubadour Tavern at Disneyland
The walls have come down from around the Troubadour Tavern at Disneyland. This restaurant, which is often known for its specialty baked potatoes, has remained open while work has been done on the exterior of the location. The location continues to see its menu evolve and will soon have offerings connected with Bluey’s Best Day…
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D23 | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 10, 2021
On this day in 2021, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club and Walt Disney Imagineering teamed up for the first in a series of special events. It was called D23 x Walt Disney Imagineering Magical Milestones – Disney California Adventure Park 20th Anniversary and was streamed online. Director Leslie Iwerks and then-president of WDI Bob…
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New Seating Area Opens at Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort
A new seating area has opened at the Disneyland Resort in Avengers Campus. The area has been behind walls in recent weeks. Now open, it was quickly discovered by guests who made use of the area. The new seating area can be found across from the entrance of Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!…