Category: DAPs Magic News
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Ten New Episodes of ‘Bluey’ Now on Disney+
*Source: Nielsen Media Research time spent viewing for CY2023 to-date; 12/26/22-10/29/23 based on total hours viewed for Kids 2-11 across linear and streaming combined, versus all other series tracked by Nielsen. ** **Source: Nielsen Media Research Data for Total P2+ time spent viewing on streaming, versus all programs tracked by Nielsen. (Based on being #1 wks…
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Join Team Daps Magic as We Cheer on Disneyland Half Marathon Runners!
On Sunday, January 14, 2024, the Disneyland Half Marathon will return to the Disneyland Resort. Thousands of runDisney runners will be running through and around the Disneyland Resort in the early hours of the morning. This year we thought it would be fun to get a group together and cheer them on! There are some…
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The Walt Disney Company Receives 50 People’s Choice Awards Nominations
Today, The Walt Disney Company received 50 People’s Choice Awards nominations, with Hulu and 20th Television’s Only Murders in the Building leading in the television categories. Voting across all 45 categories is open until Friday, January 19. Winners will be announced Sunday, February 18, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, in a ceremony hosted by Simu Liu.…
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Disney Debuts Future of Entertainment and Advertising at Fourth Annual Tech & Data Showcase at CES
At their fourth annual Tech and Data Showcase – live from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Disney touted its transformative technology and upcoming innovations. The media and entertainment powerhouse hosted major brands, agencies and journalists at the iconic Chelsea Theater in The Cosmopolitan Hotel, in Las Vegas. “Disney connects our clients to world-class entertainment, sports and programming…
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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Tickets to Go On Sale In March
Today, during Disney Advertising’s Global Tech & Data Showcase at CES® 2024, Asad Ayaz, Chief Brand Officer for The Walt Disney Company, announced that tickets for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will go on sale starting March 26. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will provide an unparalleled opportunity to connect with fans of…
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‘The Marvels’ Available on Digital in January and Disc Formats in February
The Marvels will soon be released on digital and then disc formats in the coming months. On January 16, 2024, the film will be available on digital retails for purchase. On February 13, 2024, the film will arrive on multiple disc formats including 4KUltraHD, Blu-ray, and DVD. The release will include bonus features that include…
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Inside ‘Echo,’ Marvel Studios’ Gritty and Grounded New Series
Marvel Studios’ Echo is set after the events of 2021’s Hawkeye, in which Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox) exacted her revenge on Kingpin (Vincent D’Onofrio), thereby putting herself in grave danger. That climactic conflict is revisited in Echo, a self-contained five-episode series that follows Maya’s pursuit of payback and power. Before filming began at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, Ga., in…
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This Spring Festival, Celebrate the New Year with Mushu the Dragon at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, January 9, 2024 – As the countdown to the Year of the Dragon begins, Shanghai Disney Resort is gearing up for an enchanting and immersive Year of the Dragon celebration, welcoming guests from Shanghai and beyond to enjoy traditional reunions with family and friends sprinkled with Disney magic! From January 18 through February 24, guests…
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Pictorial: Marvel Studios “Echo” Launch Event
Cast and filmmakers from Marvel Studios’ upcoming series “Echo” joined guests and fans on the red carpet outside the Regency Village Theater in Westwood earlier tonight for a special launch event. All five episodes of the new series begin streaming at 6 p.m. PT tomorrow, January 9, 2024, on Disney+ and Hulu. In attendance were Alaqua Cox, Chaske…
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Brazilian Runner Outduels Countryman to Win Walt Disney World Marathon
Brazilian runner’s victory marks the country’s 17th win in the last 19 Walt Disney World Marathons; Michigan runner claims women’s title; race caps a four-day event weekend featuring beloved Disney entertainment, cool merchandise, industry-leading medals and classic Disney characters LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 7, 2024) – The magical rivalry between two Brazilian training partners continued…
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ESPN and NCAA Reach New, Eight-Year Media Rights Agreement
ESPN and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) have reached a new, eight-year agreement beginning Sept. 1, 2024, for NCAA championships media rights. The deal includes domestic rights to a record 40 NCAA championships – 21 women’s and 19 men’s events – and international rights to those same NCAA championships plus the Division I men’s…
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New ‘Echo’ Featurette Looks at Maya Lopez’s Choctaw History and Legacy
A new featurette for Echo takes a look at Maya Lopez’s Choctaw history and legacy ahead of the series’ arrival on Disney+ and Hulu on January 9, 2024. The arrival of Echo sees Maya returning home to Oklahoma and the Choctaw Nation. This is in contrast to New York City, where she was last seen.…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Via Webcast
BURBANK, Calif., January 3, 2024 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal first quarter 2024 financial results via a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Results will be released after the close of regular trading on February 7, 2024. To listen…
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Disney, ‘Good Morning America,’ and Make-A-Wish Conclude 100 Disney Wishes Series in Hawaii
Disney, Good Morning America, and Make-A-Wish® concluded the 100 Disney Wishes series on Sunday, December 31, which shared powerful and inspirational stories from 100 wishes on Good Morning America and its digital and social platforms, as well as ABC stations across the country, in honor of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary. The 100 Disney Wishes series kicked off Monday, October 16,…
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‘Steamboat Willie: Live-To-Film Concert’ Coming to Hollywood
(HOLLYWOOD, CA) BroadWest Entertainment is proud to present STEAMBOAT WILLIE: Live-To-Film Concert, a Swingin’ With The Mouse event at the Bourbon Room on March 24th, 2024, hosted and produced by creator PABLO ROSSIL. States ROSSIL, “As 2024 marks the 95th anniversary of legendary animated short Steamboat Willie we set out to celebrate the first outing of our favorite mouse…
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Shanghai Disney Resort and eHi Car Services Announce Multi-Year Alliance
Shanghai, December 28, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort and eHi Car Services, a car services provider in the local travel market, announced today that the two companies have entered into a multi-year resort alliance, introducing eHi Car Services as the official car rental sponsor of Shanghai Disney Resort. Under this new alliance, eHi Car Services is…
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Daps Magic’s Top Ten Videos of 2023
One of the things that we love to do here at Daps Magic is document and cover the things happening in the realm of Disney and Positive Stuff with video. Since starting our original YouTube channel back in the early 2000s. The first video on our current channel dates back to 2007. This year, we…
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How Marvel Studios’ ‘What If…?’ Created Kahhori, a New Mohawk Super Hero
Since late last week, Marvel Studios has been debuting a new episode of the award-winning animated series What If…? daily. The sixth episode in Season 2, “What If… Kahhori Reshaped the World?” premieres on Disney+ today and introduces audiences to an original Super Hero, Kahhori, a young Mohawk woman on a quest to discover her power. Written…
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New Teaser Trailer Released for New ‘Doctor Who’
A new teaser trailer was released on Christmas Day for the new season of Doctor Who. This new iteration of The Doctor is played by Ncuti Gatwa who will be accompanied by Millie Gibson as Ruby Sunday. The adventures of the 15th Doctor will be arriving on Disney+ globally in May 2025. This looks like…
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From 3D Printed Remote-controlled Toys to Tasty Popsicles: Even Disney Animals Are Having Fun
Technology and innovative thinking enhance quality of life and encourage natural behaviors for animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla (Dec. 22, 2023) – By employing the latest in 3D printing, motorized mechanics, and innovative uses for recycled items, the creative minds at Walt Disney Imagineering…
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It’s All About Phat Cat Swinger on #PhatCatPhridays
Phat Cat Swinger is performing at Disney Festival of Holidays on the main stage in front of the Paradise Bay on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights. They bring their magical energy to Disney California Adventure each night. The Daps Magic community, who often refer to themselves as “Buddy Pals,” have found that Fridays are the…
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Season Two of ‘What If…?’ Now Streaming on Disney+
Jeffrey Wright Returns as The Watcher, Joining Lineup of MCU Stars Who Reprise Iconic Roles Episode one of season two of Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” is now streaming on Disney+. In the spirit of the holidays, a new episode will debut daily for the next eight days. Jeffrey Wright (“The French Dispatch,” “The Batman”) returns as The Watcher, joining…
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Zach Tyler Eisen Returns For Avatar: The Last Airbender Special Event
On December 22nd, Lost Odyssey: Shadows of Destiny, presented by Penny Dragon Games — a TTRPG actual play game showcasing the new Avatar Legends: The Roleplaying Game will see the return of Zach Tyler Eisen (voice of Aang from ATLA). This comes after he took some time away from the acting world. He will be…
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Zootopia Roars to Life: Here’s What You Need to Know
Zootopia—the much anticipated new land based on the Academy Award®-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios film—is open, and we’re here to help you cut through the wilderness of information. The 2016 film is one of Disney’s biggest hits bringing in more than $1 billion at the global box office. It’s also one of the studio’s most…