Author: Mr. Daps
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Lots of Ways to Be Heroic During Disneyland Resort’s Summer of Heroes!
During the Summer of Heroes this summer, there a lot of different ways to get in on the action and be heroic! Recently I interviewed David Miller about all of the ways to be heroic this summer. During the interview, we were joined by Captain America who helped explain the Summer of Heroes even more!…
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Sunday Spotlight: Five & Dime at Disney California Adventure
There are many fun magical moments to discovered and experienced at Disney California Adventure, especially since being re-imagined. One of my favorite magical moments is when a big jalopy makes its way up Hollywood Blvd to Carthay Circle. It is loaded with a fun little jazz group and a phenomenal jazz singer. Five & Dime then…
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Summer of Heroes Kicks Off at Disneyland Resort with Super Heroes, Super Experiences, and Super Lines!
Today Summer of Heroes officially began at the Disneyland Resort. This summer brings the largest presence of Marvel characters to the Disneyland Resort and judging by those in attendance today, this is a good thing. Hollywood Backlots was filled with people excitedly waiting to experience the various Marvel opportunities offered. From food, to character meet and…
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Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales – Review by Mr. DAPs
Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales sails into theaters this weekend. This outing has a down on his luck Captain Jack Sparrow finding out that just when things seem like they can’t get worse, they do. Sparrow’s past quite literally comes back to haunt him in the form of Captain Salazar. Salazar…
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Food Fit for Heroes Featured During Summer of Heroes at Disneyland Resort – Mr. DAPs Learns How to Make Falafels
Visit the Summer of Heroes at the Disneyland Resort this year and it doesn’t take long to discover that there are some incredible food offerings to be had. One of those offerings that can be found at the Studio Catering Co. food truck in Hollywood Backlots are the Savory Strength Falafel Pita. This delicious falafel has…
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Star Studded Event Kicks Summer of Heroes off at Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort kicked off the Summer of Heroes with a star studded event in Disney California Adventure. After a special party in Hollywood Backlots, a ceremony took place for the opening of the Tivan Collection by The Collector. Hosted by The Collector’s assistant(s), this event included Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts Bob Chapek…
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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! is a Breakout Hit at Disney California Adventure!
The scenery in Disney California Adventure has changed quite a bit over the last few years. The most recent change has come between Hollywood Backlots and Bugs Land where a new view has appeared on the horizon. The Collector’s Fortress now dominates the skyline, bringing the story of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy to the Disneyland…
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At 40 Years The Force is Stronger Than Ever With Star Wars
40 years ago today a trumpet fanfare heralded the arrival of not only a new movie, but a completely new movie-viewing experience. As the big yellow letters scrolled up the screen and then a space battle then replaced them, the galaxy was changed forever. Viewers watching Star Wars on that opening night not only found…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Dedicates Pandora – The World of Avatar at the Walt Disney World Resort
Ahead of its public opening on May 27th, Pandora – The World of Avatar was dedicated in Disney’s Animal Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. During a special ceremony today, Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger was joined by AVATAR Creator/Director James (Jim) Cameron and members of the film’s cast and crew to dedicate this…
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New Spider-Man: Homecoming Trailer Released!
A new trailer has been released for the upcoming Spider-Man: Homecoming movie. This new official trailer offers some new details about Spider-Man’s new suit and how he fits into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe. The trailer also shows the balance that Peter Parker has to figure out between being a super hero and also a…
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Vanity Fair’s Star Wars Photos Give Bigger Glimpse Into Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Vanity Fair is continuing its tradition of sharing amazing Star Wars photos both on the cover and inside with a new collection of photos taken by Annie Leibovitz. This tradition started in 1999 with a photo session ahead of the release of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. Now it continues with photos of the cast…
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Ariel and Lin-Manuel
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week is a very special episode of Geeks Corner as it is our producer Tyler’s last week as a single man. This weekend, he will be marrying the love of his life and member of the Geeks Corner family Hayley the Hatter! This week’s episode has other news beyond that.…
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Meet Michael Giacchino, Jordan Fisher, Auli’i Cravalho, Sofia Carson, and Dove Cameron at 2017 D23 Expo!
DOVE CAMERON, SOFIA CARSON, JORDAN FISHER, AULI’I CRAVALHO, AND OSCAR®-WINNING COMPOSER MICHAEL GIACCHINO TO MEET FANS AT THE DISNEY MUSIC EMPORIUM DURING D23 EXPO 2017, JULY 14–16 MUSIC EMPORIUM WILL OFFER EXCLUSIVE PRODUCTS INCLUDING THE DEBUT OF THE PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED ROBIN HOOD SOUNDTRACK AS PART OF THE LEGACY COLLECTION BURBANK, Calif., May 23, 2017 –…
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A Busy and Hot Sunday at Disneyland! – Sundays with DAPs Disneyland Photo and Video Update
The heat has arrived in Southern California and along with it, the crowds. As May is drawing to a close many guests throughout Southern California are realizing that their Annual Passes will soon have more blockout dates due to it being summer. For those that bought the three day tickets, those expire as well this…
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Sunday Spotlight: IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
A trip to Walt Disney World isn’t complete without visiting Epcot. A trip to Epcot isn’t complete without watching IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth! It originally opened on October 1, 1999 as IllumiNations 2000: Reflections of Earth as part of the Walt Disney World Millennium Celebration. When it continued past the Walt Disney World Millennium Celebration,…
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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales Premieres in Hollywood!
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales continued to sail to audiences around the world with its premiere in Hollywood this week. The newest Pirates movie has Johnny Depp returning as Captain Jack Sparrow who is now facing off against Captain Salazar, played by Javier Bardem, who is seeking his revenge. Both were on hand…
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ABC to Present The Wonderful World of Disney: The Little Mermaid Live
ABC is bringing The Little Mermaid to live television. The Disney animated 1989 classic will be performed during a live 2 hour musical event. The story of Ariel’s quest to gain her legs and fall in love with her prince will include animation accompanied by live-action performances from a cast of celebrity performers. This isn’t an entirely new…
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Lin-Manuel Miranda Joins DuckTales Cast
The cast for the reboot of DuckTales has just gotten even more awesome! Lin-Manuel Miranda announced on twitter that he will be voicing Fenton Crackshell-Cabrera, otherwise known as Gizmoduck! In Disney XD’s DuckTales Fenton Crackshell-Cabrera will be an intern for Scrooge McDuck’s in-house scientist Gyro Gearloose. Co-producer and story editor Francisco Angones told D23, “Growing up as…
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Two Soundtracks Racing Out of Disney-Pixar’s Cars 3!
DISNEY·PIXAR’S “CARS 3” FUELS TWO SOUNDTRACKS— Cars 3 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack with Original Song by Dan Auerbach, Instrumental Tracks by Brad Paisley and End Credit Track by ZZ Ward; and Cars 3 Original Score Composed and Conducted by Randy Newman Pre-Order Kicks Off Tomorrow: Both Available from Walt Disney Records on June 16…
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“The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” Coming to Universal Studios Hollywood This Summer!
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood is going to get even more magical this summer! The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle will be casting new spells on guests starting June 23 with this immersive projection experience highlights the four houses of Hogwarts. Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff and Slytherin houses will each get their moments…
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New Trailer and Photos Released for Star Trek: Discovery By CBS
Today during the CBS upfronts in New York City a new trailer and artwork was released for the upcoming Star Trek: Discovery television/webshow. The show is set to take place ten years before Star Trek: The Original Series. It was also announced that the show has upped its episode count from 13 episodes to now…
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A Whole New World
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, it’s a whole new world of adventure with all the topics covered throughout the episode. Throughout the episode there is discussion about the newly coined wall of fame for DAPs Magic/Geeks Corner videos. Nominate your favorites from this channel with the hashtag #geekscorner. This week it is time to…
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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! Comes Alive at Night!
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! is definitely a new site at the Disneyland Resort. Guests walking by can’t help but notice the new look for the building during the day. Walk by at night and this new look becomes even more apparent! What already stands out during the day becomes even more colorful…
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Geek Eats: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Today is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. Every year people around the world celebrate May 15th as the day to make and eat this very popular cookie. The Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for how these are made at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. This recipe is from the pastry chefs and will…