Author: Mr. Daps
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Marvel’s Doctor Strange – Mr. DAPs Home Entertainment Review
In Marvel’s Doctor Strange, Doctor Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) is about the most arrogant doctor imaginable. During surgery he plays name that tune. With a multitude of fancy watches to wear and a Ferrari to drive, Strange has it made. That is, until he has a car accident that renders his hands unusable and thereby…
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‘Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical!’ Becomes Top-Grossing Broadway Event in Fathom Events History, Receives Encore Showing on March 4
‘Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical!’ Becomes Top-Grossing Broadway Event in Fathom Events History Receives Encore Showing on March 4 DENVER and NEW YORK – February 23, 2017 – “Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical!” three-day cinema event broke ticketing records to become the highest-grossing Broadway event to date from Fathom Events. An estimated 210,250 people saw…
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Disney-Pixar’s Cars 3 Gears Up For A Season-Long Ride With NASCAR
Daytona Beach, Fla. (Feb. 23, 2017) – Disney•Pixar’s “Cars 3” is teaming up with NASCAR this year as crowd favorite Lightning McQueen prepares to return to the big screen June 16, 2017. Plans for the joint effort were shared by “Cars 3” director Brian Fee, Cristela Alonzo—the voice of the film’s elite trainer Cruz Ramirez—and…
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The DAPsies! – The Only Award Show That Matters
Welcome to The DAPsies! – The Only Award Show That Matters! Every year, the geeks of Geeks Corner give this prestigious awards throughout five categories. The categories include: Movies, YouTube, People, Geekdom, and The Corner. This year, The Legacy Award was also bestowed upon a very deserving recipient. We hope you enjoy this year’s ceremony for…
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James Earl Jones and Donald Glover Join Disney’s The Lion King Cast
PRESS RELEASE: Acclaimed actors James Earl Jones and Donald Glover have joined the voice cast of Disney and director Jon Favreau’s live-action reimagining of The Lion King. Donald Glover will voice adult Simba, while James Earl Jones will reprise the role of Mufasa, which he made famous in the 1994 animated film. The Lion King follows in the footsteps…
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Angela Lansbury Joins Mary Poppins Returns Cast
Angela Lansbury is joining the cast of Mary Poppins Returns. Lansbury will play the Balloon Lady, a character featured in the PL Travers Mary Poppins books. Angela Lansbury has a illustrious career that spans over seven decades and includes five-time Tony Award’s and an honorary Academy Award, along with her three Academy Award nominations. She has…
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Star Tours: The Adventures Continue at Disneyland Paris
Star Tours: The Adventures Continue A new exciting experience for the 25th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris Opening at Disneyland Paris on 26 March 2017 PRESS RELEASE: To celebrate its 25th Anniversary, Disneyland Paris is offering a new and completely redesigned version of the Star Tours attraction. Introducing Star Tours: The Adventures Continue*. Twenty five years…
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Star Wars Force Friday II Hits Stores Globally on September 1, 2017
Star Wars Force Friday is coming to stores around the globe on September 1, 2017. After the success of the first Force Friday for Star Wars: The Force Awakens on five continents, the event is being repeated and expanded upon. With the announcement of Force Friday II also came a first look at some of…
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For the Love of Disney – Geeks Corner – Episode 620
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This one is a very special episode that was recorded on Valentine’s Day. This week has been a very busy week in the world of the geeks. Disneyland’s Mickey and Friends Parking Structure had several cars catch on fire. The Disneyland Resort raised prices. The geeks shared some Valentine’s Day tips…
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Doctor Strange Flies to Digital HD With Team Thor!
Doctor Strange has arrived on Digital HD with a multitude of bonus features for your enjoyment. Some of these bonus features are now online for your enjoyment. One of the extras is the new Team Thor 2. The other is from the credits end tag and features Thor. Take a look below and enjoy! Doctor…
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Car Fire at Disneyland Resort in Mickey and Friends Parking Structure
#BREAKING 5-6 Cars on Fire in Mickey & Friends Parking Garage at Disneyland pic.twitter.com/ncp9DRXExx — chill (@chiIIinois) February 14, 2017 The Anaheim Police Department has confirmed that multiple cars were on fire at the Mickey and Friends parking structure at the Disneyland Resort today. The fire prompted evacuations of the structure. Five to seven people…
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Prices Increase at Walt Disney World Resort
The Walt Disney World Resort is raising prices on February 12, 2017. The move comes as the Disneyland Resort also raises prices for a multitude of its tickets and annual passes. The pricing increases are similar at Walt Disney World to those being instituted at Disneyland. One Day Value Ticket for Most Parks – $97 (increase…
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Disneyland Resort Raising Ticket and Annual Pass Prices
The Disneyland Resort is raising prices for its tickets and annual passes again. Starting on Sunday February 12, these price changes will go into effect. Here is a look at how things will be changing: One Park Value Day Ticket – $97 single park (increase of $2), $157 park hopper (increase of $2) One Park…
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Video of Avengers: Infinity War Shows the Team Assembling Again
The Avengers will be returning to theaters for Avengers: Infinity War on May 4, 2018 with the second part following on May 3, 2019. Marvel has released a video of the team getting back together on the first day of production. The video was shot last month and includes Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man), Tom…
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runDisney Virtual Running Shorts Series Returns!
The runDisney Virtual Running Shorts Series is returning this summer. This year, it is featuring everyone’s favorite puppy Pluto! The runDisney Virtual Running Shorts Series is a great way to enter into the world of running for yourself or to help your friends ease in. It is also a fantastic way to train for the…
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Geek Eats: Honeymooner Cocktail Featuring Rosa Regale From Geeks Who Eat
Recently one of my good friends DC Sarah was married and I had the high honor of getting to attend the wedding to her and her now husband. Both are huge Disney fans and so of course went to Walt Disney World for their honeymoon. While there they were able to experience the magic that…
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Look at These Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Menus!
Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival returns to the Walt Disney World Resort on March 1st and continues 90 days through May 29th. When it returns this year, there will be two new Outdoor Kitchens to be found! Couple this with all of the other food offerings around the World Showcase Promenade, and there are multiple…
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Disney Increases Stake in Euro Disney
The Walt Disney Company has increased its stake in Euro Disney. If the proposed transaction happens as planned, the Walt Disney Company’s interest in Euro Disney will go from 76.7 percent to 85.7 percent. The transaction price would be 2 euros per share and be paid in shares of Disney common stock. The intention would…
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Rivers of Light to Open on February 17th at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Rivers of Light will be opening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on February 17, 2017. The long anticipated nighttime show will celebrate animals and nature with music, live performances, floating set pieces, fountains, and more when it comes to Discovery River. This new show will convey the “uplifting spirit of an ancient and timeless lantern ceremony…
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Happily Ever After to Replace Wishes Fireworks Show at Magic Kingdom on May 12
Happily Ever After is coming to the Magic Kingdom in the Walt Disney World Resort on May 12th. This new fireworks spectacular will be replacing the current show Wishes. The Disney Parks Blog described Happily Ever After in the following way: The spectacular will inspire guests to seek out and find their own “Happily Ever…
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Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure at Shanghai Disneyland Receives Visual Effects Society Award
Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure at Shanghai Disneyland has received the award for Outstanding Visual Effects in a Special Venue Project from the Visual Effects Society (VES). The Disney Parks Blog describes this attraction in the following way: Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure is an all-new, innovative ride experience…
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Celebrate Gospel Returns to Disneyland Resort on February 18
Fans of gospel music will want to be at the Disneyland Resort on February 18th when more than a dozen gospel choirs come to Disney California Adventure to share their gifts of music. For the eighth year, Celebrate Gospel will be returning to honor Black History Month along with the spirit and legacy of gospel…
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Disney: It’s All Coming – Geeks Corner – Episode 619
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a lot to cover while also celebrating Tyler’s birthday! There were a lot of announcements that came from the Walt Disney Company this week, along with trailers. Today Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger announced that Star Wars land will be coming to Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood…
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Pandora: The World of Avatar Set to Open May 27, 2017 in Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company has announced that Pandora: The World of Avatar will be opening in Disney’s Animal Kingdom on May 27, 2017. The announcement was made by Iger on an earnings call with investors today. The Disney Parks Blog had this description about the new land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom:…