Category: DAPs Magic News
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Encounters with a Pixie – A Tribute to Margaret Kerry
Margaret Kerry led a very full life. When she passed away last week at the age of 97, she left behind a host of friends. Many of them came to her late in life, through her fleeting association with a mischievous, ageless pixie named Tinker Bell. While I number myself among those friends, I can…
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Columbia | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 14, 1958
On this day in 1958, the Sailing Ship Columbia debuted at Disneyland as an expansion to the Rivers of America attractions. The three-masted windjammer was modeled after the real Columbia Rediviva (or “Freedom Reborn”). She was the first United States ship to circumnavigate the globe, starting in 1787, discovering the Columbia River in Oregon along…
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Chris Sanders to Direct ‘Lilo & Stitch 2’
Chris Sanders has a long history with Lilo & Stitch. He created the character of Stitch in 1985. Years later, he co-directed and co-wrote Lilo & Stitch (2002) with Dean DeBlois. In this film, he also provided the voice for Stitch. He then provided the voice for three sequels and three television shows before reprising the role…
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Team Carter Strong Forever Hosting Rock For CHOC to Raise Funds for Rady Children’s Health Orange County (CHOC)
The CHOC Walk in the Park will be taking place on August 2, 2026. Leading up to this special day, teams (including Team Daps Magic) are raising funds and awareness for this very special cause. One of the teams that is doing this is Team Carter Strong Forever. This year, they are hosting the Rock…
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Celebrate CHOC Sweet Treats Day, Friday, June 12, 2026!
One of the sweetest days of the year is almost upon us! CHOC Sweet Treats Day at Chick-fil-A in Orange County is a day where sweet treats help support a sweet cause. On this day, and this day only, proceeds from all cookie and brownie sales will benefit CHOC Children’s Hospital (now Rady Children’s Health…
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The Rock | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 7, 1996
On this day in 1996, the action thriller ‘The Rock’ from director Michael Bay was released by Disney’s Hollywood Pictures. The film starred Nicolas Cage as an FBI chemical weapons expert alongside Sean Connery as a former British Intelligence Agent turned political prisoner and escapee from Alcatraz. The pair must break into Alcatraz Island to…
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Details Announced for D23 Night at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party is always an incredibly popular party. What could be even more popular? Coupling it with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club to make a D23 member-exclusive party night! This year, D23 Night at Oogie Boogie Bash will be on September 27, 2026. Tickets will go on sale…
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The Magic of Unreasonable Hospitality on Disney Cruise Line
Just a few weeks ago, we were invited by Disney for our first-ever sailing on Disney Cruise Line. While Mr. Daps and I have sailed on a few different cruise lines together, we had always heard that Disney was on a different level. As we immersed ourselves in everything the Disney Wonder had to offer,…
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Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party Coming to Oogie Boogie Bash
A new entertainment offering is coming to Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party over the course of its 33-night run between August 18 and October 31st. The Disneyland Resort has announced the arrival of Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party. This will be a Haunted Mansion-themed street party that…
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Disney and Philips Collaborate to Add Magic to MRI Scans
The Walt Disney Company and Philips have announced that Disney animated characters and stories are being brought into the Philips Ambient Experience for MRI at medical facilities in 87 countries around the world. This can be a way for children to have their attention shifted away from the clinical settings they are in, and offer…
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Disneyland Resort Honors Fallen Heroes For Memorial Day Weekend
The Disneyland Resort is honoring those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their nation at various restaurants throughout the resort. This is being done in what has become a tradition in recent years in the placement of a Missing Hero Table at different locations. These beautiful and moving exhibits honor the service members who…
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Pedro Pascal and Jon Favreau on Crafting a Big-Screen ‘Star Wars’ Adventure with ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’
Co-written, directed, and produced by Disney Legend Jon Favreau, Lucasfilm’s Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu brings the titular duo to the big screen for the first time as they embark on their most thrilling mission yet. Filmed for IMAX®, the movie is a standalone adventure designed to welcome new audiences while rewarding ardent fans of the award-winning Disney+ series.…
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Is The Mandalorian and Grogu Good? Movie Review & Breakdown
Welcome back to another episode of Daps Magic: Disney and Positive Stuff! This week, Mr. Daps is joined by longtime staff member DC Sarah as they finally sync up their busy schedules to geek out over the highly anticipated film, The Mandalorian and Grogu. Both saw the movie on opening night—Mr. Daps in a standard…
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This is the Way… to a Great Movie? DC Sarah Reviews ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’
I’ve been a fan of the Star Wars universe since childhood (well over 30 years). Not one of those fans, but the type who genuinely just really enjoys immersing myself in the world and the lore. Heck, I even love the Ewok movies. When I heard about Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, I admit…
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Pearl Harbor | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 21, 2001
On this day in 2001, the movie premiere for Touchstone’s ‘Pearl Harbor’ was held in Hawaii near the site of the 1941 attack. The flight deck of the naval aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis was transformed into an outdoor movie theater for the night. In addition to the cast and crew, the 2,000 invited…
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Hoppers – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
Mabel Tanaka is a college student with a very personal connection with nature. Not only is it her passion, but it is also her connection with her grandmother. When a construction project threatens to destroy a beautiful pond in favor of a freeway, Mabel finds herself trying to save the pond. Unfortunately, she isn’t very…
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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Home Release Review
Daps Magic is committed to providing coverage to all entities and studios under the Disney umbrella. This will include content that isn’t necessarily family-friendly, such as the content reviewed below. This past March, I reviewed Ready or Not 2: Here I Come during its theatrical release. I enjoyed it enough that when asked to review…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Presenting Virtual Event: Ruth Shellhorn: Early Design and Construction of Disneyland with Landscape Architect Kelly Comras
The Walt Disney Family Museum is presenting a virtual event on June 17th that looks into the early design and construction contributions of Ruth Shellhorn at Disneyland. The event will have landscape architect Kelly Comras providing her unique perspective on Shellhorn’s Disneyland contributions. The event will take place at 5:30 PT on the 17th virtually.…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Presents ‘Preserving Pixie Dust: Inside the Walt Disney Imagineering Art Collection’
The Walt Disney Family Museum has a healthy lineup of presentations about a variety of different topics related to The Walt Disney Company. In June, there is going to be a fascinating discussion about the preservation of the artwork that is used to bring some favorite stories to life. The event, on June 13th at…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Hosting Pride Month Perfect Pairing With ‘The Little Mermaid’ Screening
The Walt Disney Family Museum is continuing its monthly Perfect Pairing series. Each month, a movie is paired with a perfect beverage, generally a wine or beer. Light snacks are also provided. For Pride Month, the Perfect Pairing film will be The Little Mermaid. This film will be paired with espresso martinis from Equator Coffees…
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More Frozen Fun and Other Entertainment Heading to Alaska on Disney Cruise Line
One of the most magical ways to cruise offers the opportunity to visit one of the most magical places on Earth each summer. The Disney Cruise Line offers cruises to Alaska each summer. This summer, both the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder will be taking adventurers up the Inside Passage. Also, this summer, there will…
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D23 Announces Genovian Pop-Up Experience for 25th Anniversary of ‘The Princess Diaries’
It’s hard to believe it, but it has been 25 years since the world was introduced to the kingdom of Genovia in The Princess Diaries. As hard as it is to believe, this milestone is being celebrated with the D23 Genovian Pop-Up Experience. This experience will give fans the chance to tour The Doheny Mansion,…
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Dr. Mark Penning Retires From Disney and Named Director of North Carolina Zoo
Dr. Mark Penning is retiring as the Vice President of Animals, Science, and Environment for Disney Experiences. In this role, he has shared exciting news of the births and other milestones of animals that Disney fans have fallen in love with at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Along with animal care, he was also in charge of…
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Disney Wonder Cabin #7592 Review
Cabin #7592 aboard the Disney Wonder is a Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom. It has a split bathroom with a tub, a queen-sized bed (or two twin beds), and a single convertible sofa. There is also a small desk with a seat in front of a mirror. There is also a television, plenty of closet space, a…