Category: DAPs Magic News
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Pictorial: Marvel Studios Hosts AVENGERS: ENDGAME Fan Event in Shanghai
Stars Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Paul Rudd, and Jeremy Renner, along with producer Kevin Feige and directors Anthony and Joe Russo, greeted excited fans at a special Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME fan event held in Shanghai. Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME opens in U.S. theaters on April 26.
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates Earth Day With Massive New Solar Facility Capable of Powering Two Theme Parks
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. April 18, 2019 — Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating Earth Day with the unveiling of a massive new 270-acre, 50-megawatt solar facility, built in collaboration with the Reedy Creek Improvement District and solar developer Origis Energy USA, harnessing power from the sun to bring the magic to life for guests…
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Disneynature’s Penguins – A Heartwarming Story of Adele Penguin and Family – A Review by Mr. DAPs
Since 1948’s Seal Island, Disney has been telling the stories of different animals in their natural habitat. Originally Disney told the stories of nature through the True-Life Adventures. Today, the stories found in nature continue on through the Disneynature films. This year on Earth Day, Disneynature released a story about Steve, an Adélie penguin. Disneynature’s Penguins…
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Disney Team of Heroes Debuts Innovative Experiences at Texas Children’s Hospital
Just over 12 months since Bob Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, announced a bold $100 million commitment to support children’s hospitals around the world, leaders from Disney and Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas, debuted a suite of experiences, murals and interactive art aimed at providing comfort and inspiration for children…
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The Walt Disney Company Pledges $5 Million to Support Rebuilding of Notre-Dame Cathedral
BURBANK, Calif., April 17, 2019—The Walt Disney Company today announced it is committing $5 million to aid in the reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris following the devastating fire that severely damaged the historic landmark this week. “Notre-Dame is a beacon of hope and beauty that has defined the heart of Paris and the soul…
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Disneyland Resort Will Debut New Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party, Coming to Disney California Adventure Park with a New ‘World of Color’ Spectacular
Tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash go on sale to Annual Passholders starting April 23, and to the general public beginning April 30 Separate-ticket party is offered on 20 select nights, while Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is celebrated daily at both parks from Sept. 6-Oct. 31 ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 17, 2019) – Disneyland Resort…
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Disneyland Paris Announces a New Line-up for its Hip Hop Live Experience 2019, Event of the Urban Culture
On June 7 and 8, 2019, Walt Disney Studios® Park will celebrate urban culture by hosting a panel of hip-hop artists such as Dadju, Gims and more. On the program of these two special evenings at Walt Disney Studios Park, an explosive mix of urban disciplines – singers, Street Art artists, dancers, beat boxers, DJs…
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Little Life Warriors go all-in at Hong Kong Disneyland EGGventure
HONG KONG, April 14, 2019 – The Walt Disney Company has a rich legacy of supporting children and families going through a very difficult time. Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) joined hands with the Little Life Warrior Society (LLWS) to host an egg-hunting event at the resort at the eve of Easter. Around 200 brave young…
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Notre Dame Cathedral, Setting for Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame, Suffers From Devastating Fire
For over 800 years the bells of the Notre Dame cathedral have rung out for historical events. Many of these happy and many have been tragic. Today bells around the world are instead ringing out as Notre Dame’s bells stand silent. For now, though, the fact that they are still in the towers of Notre…
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Disney, Lucasfilm and FIRST to Inspire the Next Generation of Heroes and Innovators
Lucasfilm and parent company Disney, and the global K–12 nonprofit organization FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) are working together to inspire the next generation of heroes and innovators through the Star Wars: Force for Change philanthropic initiative. On Saturday, April 13, during Star Wars Celebration in Chicago, it was announced that Disney and Lucasfilm are providing…
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Pictorial: Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame Stars Thrill Fans at South Korea Special Event!
Today, stars Robert Downey Jr., Brie Larson and Jeremy Renner, along with producer Kevin Feige and directors Anthony and Joe Russo, greeted enthusiastic fans at a special Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME fan event held in Seoul. Check out the photos and feel free to share them with your readers! Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME opens in U.S.…
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Disney Hosts Special Screening of Disneynature’s Penguins in New York City
“Penguins” directors Alastair Fothergill and Jeff Wilson, producer Roy Conli and narrator Ed Helms joined special guests, including environmental icon and Disneynature Ambassador Dr. Jane Goodall, at a special screening today hosted by Disneynature and the Cinema Society. The event, which took place at the IMAX® Theater at AMC Lincoln Square, celebrated Disneynature’s new feature film with…
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Disneyland Paris Announces 11-Day “Toy Story Play Days” Celebration Dedicated to Toy Story 4
Disneyland Paris will celebrate the upcoming release of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4 with the launch of “Toy Story Play Days,” an 11-day celebration dedicated to Buzz Lightyear, Woody and their friends. From 18 to 28 June 2019, guests can be part of this playful Toy Story adventure! In Walt Disney Studios Park everyone…
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The Rise of Skywalker – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter. This week there are a lot of headlines to cover. Many of them revolve around the Star Wars news coming out of Star Wars Celebration. There are also updates from Disney Parks, Disney movies, Disney+, and more! We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of DISNEY Reporter! Let us know…
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The Walt Disney Company Details All-New Disney+ Streaming Service at 2019 Investor Day
Today The Walt Disney Company shared details about its upcoming streaming service, Disney+ to investors. It will be launching in the United States on November 12, 2019. The price point for this will be $6.99 monthly or $69.99 for a yearly subscription. Disney+ will offer content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic…
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LOVE for Wildlife Photo Exhibition Opens in Celebration of Shanghai Disney Resort’s Earth Month Efforts to Encourage Wildlife and Environmental Protection
Shanghai, April 8, 2019 – Shanghai Disney Resort today began inviting guests to enter the unseen lives of endangered species across the world at the all new LOVE for Wildlife Photo Exhibition at Disneytown’s Lakeshore. To celebrate the grand opening of this new exhibit, the exhibition’s photographer, celebrity, and WildAid Ambassador Jiang Yiyan joined the leadership…
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Photos From Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME U.K. Fan Event!
Today, stars Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth and Paul Rudd, along with directors Anthony and Joe Russo, and executive producer Trinh Tran, greeted enthusiastic fans at a special Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME fan event held in London. Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME opens in U.S. theaters on April 26. AVENGERS: ENDGAME Description The grave course of events set…
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PERFECT 10s: Disneynature Marks 10 Years with New Video; “Penguins” Opens in 10 Days
DISNEYNATURE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS “Penguins” Opens Nationwide April 17 For 10 years, Disneynature has transported moviegoers around the world and under the sea, showcasing an array of animals that have touched the hearts of millions. A mama bear treks through snowy Alaskan terrain on a mission to feed her new spring cubs. A tiny orphaned…
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Avengers: Endgame Stars and Disney Team of Heroes Unite to Support $5 Million Donation to Benefit Children’s Hospitals
Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd and Brie Larson of Avengers: Endgame Assemble at Disney California Adventure Disney, The LEGO Group, Hasbro, Funko and Amazon Donate More than $5 Million in Cash and Toys to Starlight Children’s Foundation – which will benefit children’s hospitals across the country – in Celebration…
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Disney, littleBits and UC Davis Launch Snap the Gap to Teach Girls STEM
The Walt Disney Company today announced a program in collaboration with littleBits, the educational technology company that is reinventing the way kids learn, with the aim of closing the gender gap in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) starting at the point of highest leverage: 10-year-old girls. Snap the Gap will kick off with a…
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Explore a World of Flavors and Ignite Your Passion for Cooking at the First Shanghai Disney Resort International Food & Drink Fest
Shanghai, April 3, 2019 – Shanghai Disney Resort will host its first ever International Food & Drink Fest in Disneytown from April 12 to May 4. Featuring a wide array of fantastic flavors from a number of countries and regions from around the globe, guests of all ages will be able to indulge themselves on an…
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‘Captain Marvel’ Crosses $1 Billion Worldwide
Captain Marvel crossed the $1 billion mark globally, becoming the seventh release from Marvel Studios to reach this milestone. The film has earned $358 million domestically and $645 million internationally through April 2, 2019. In its opening weekend (March 8–10), Captain Marvel had the biggest domestic debut of 2019, with $153 million in the U.S., and its $455…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Launches Earth Month with Fun and Educational Offerings and Leading Environmental Protection Practices
Shanghai, April 1, 2019 – This Earth Month, Shanghai Disney Resort is leading the way to a greener, happier planet with a whole host of amazing and inspiring Environmentality offerings designed to inspire both guests and Cast Members to think green – including environmental recycling initiatives, interactive chats with Xiao Tui, the friendly roaming recycling bin,…
