Category: DAPs Magic News
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Disneyland Handcrafted: The Magic of Creation
Last week, Daps Magic was given the incredible opportunity to attend the premiere of Disneyland Handcrafted at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. The latest film from Leslie Iwerks aims to tell the story of the creation of Disneyland with never-before-seen footage. Heading into the screening, I must admit I was a bit suspicious. For the…
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The Walt Disney Company Establishes New Enterprise Marketing Organization; Names Asad Ayaz Chief Marketing and Brand Officer
The Walt Disney Company today announced the creation of a new enterprise marketing and brand organization designed to align the company’s industry-leading marketing teams more closely across its businesses and strengthen how Disney connects with consumers around the world. Asad Ayaz has been named Chief Marketing and Brand Officer of The Walt Disney Company and…
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Trailer Released for ‘Paul McCartney: Man on the Run’
A new trailer has been released for Paul McCartney: Man on the Run ahead of its debut on Amazon Prime on February 27, 2026. The documentary takes a look at McCartney’s life after The Beatles as he started his next band, Wings. The documentary is directed by Morgan Neville and includes music and footage that…
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Al Nassar to Be Special Guest at Walt’s Barn on January 18
Walt’s Barn opens once a month for Disney fans or curious guests to visit at Griffith Park. Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn is Walt’s original workshop. It could also be considered the birthplace of Imagineering. Along with the opportunity to visit this historic building, guests can also check out some of the displays that are found…
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Touring Walt Disney’s Office at the Walt Disney Studios
Disneyland Handcrafted will be arriving on Disney+ and on the Disney YouTube channel on January 22, 2026. When it does, fans will get an in-depth look at the year leading up to the opening of Disneyland. This includes never-before-seen footage of the ups and downs of constructing this first-of-its-kind park. It is a film that…
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Disney Finds Leads for Live-Action ‘Tangled’ Film
Disney has a live-action Tangled film in the works, and today it revealed who will be leading the movie. Australian actress Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim of Disney’s Zombies franchise will be taking on the roles of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. The live-action remake of the 2010 Disney animated flick is being directed by Michael Gracey.…
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D23 Spotlight Series Event to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Disney California Adventure
February 8, 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of Disney California Adventure. It opened as Disney’s California Adventure in 2001 featuring a theme park dedicated to all things California. From Hollywood to the national parks and even a beachside amusement area, Disney’s California Adventure was a unique Disney park that some didn’t quite…
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VIDEO: YouTube 100,000 Play Button Box Opening with Mr. Daps
Generally, here at Daps Magic, we like to share the stories that are happening in the realm of Disney and positive stuff. Occasionally, the story ends up being about us! Today, we are excited to share that we have reached 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. We have also received our Play Button from YouTube. This could…
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Phat Cat Swinger to Perform in Las Vegas
For many Disney fans, they have seen Phat Cat Swinger perform at festivals like Disney Festival of Holidays or the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This little big band has tons of energy and tons of talent, with founder and leader Marco Palos right up front. In recent years, he has been joined…
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Top 5 of 2025 – #1 – Disney Experiences Turbocharges
It’s hard to believe it, but the end of 2025 is here! On this last day of the year, Daps Magic is revealing what it believes to be the top story of 2025 from the realm of Disney and positive stuff. In previous days, we have been working our way through the top five. This…
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Top 5 of 2025 – #2 – The Walt Disney Studios Passes $6 Billion at Global Box Office
2026 is almost here! During the last few days of 2025, Daps Magic is looking at some of the biggest stories of the year. In the last few days, this has included the beginning of an era of transformation at Walt Disney World Resort, the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, and the announcement that a Disney…
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Top 5 of 2025: #3 – Walt Disney World Resort Enters New Era of Transformation
With 2025 coming to an end, Daps Magic is looking at some of the biggest stories of the year. For the last five days of 2025, Daps Magic is sharing the top five stories of the year. There are many different things that are taken into consideration when picking these stories. This includes the impact…
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Top 5 of 2025: #4 – Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration
As the year comes to an end, Daps Magic is taking a look at the top five stories of 2025. There was a LOT of news this year, and a lot of changes. As Daps Magic sifts through all of this, there are a few things that are rising to the top. As is always…
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Top 5 of 2025: #5 – Disneyland Abu Dhabi
It’s hard to believe it, but it is already the end of 2025! It seems like just yesterday we were picking the top five stories of 2024. In the coming days, Daps Magic will be sharing the top five stories of the year that came from the realm of Disney and positive stuff. Many factors…
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Merry Christmas!
From all of us at Daps Magic to all of you, Merry Christmas! We hope that, however you are celebrating, whatever you are celebrating, and whoever you are celebrating with, you are having a day full of love, joy, and peace. We are so thankful for you and wish you all the best during the…
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D23 Hosts Jolly Holiday Party at Walt Disney Studios Lot
On Sunday, December 14, 2025, D23 hosted its holiday party at the iconic Walt Disney Studios lot. This holiday party came after a couple of nights of cast member parties that were also held on the lot. D23: A Jolly Holiday on the Lot gave D23 Gold Members the chance to visit the historic Disney…
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‘Tron: Ares’ – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
In Tron: Ares, the next chapter in the Tron trilogy flips things on its head when it brings beings off the Grid into the real world. Named Ares, this AI being comes to the real world and evolves beyond his programming. However, things aren’t as simple as that. There is also someone who wants to…
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Todd James Pierce and Other Authors to Appear at Walt’s Barn
On Sunday, December 21, 2025, Walt’s Barn will once again be open to the public. Along with getting to see and experience this historic building and its exhibits, guests can also have the chance to meet with Tood James Pierce, the author of Making Mary Poppins, and other authors. Walt’s Barn will open at 11:00…
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D23 Reveals First In-Person Look at Premium Items at A Jolly Holiday on the Lot
Over the weekend, D23 hosted thousands of fans at The Walt Disney Studios lot for A Jolly Holiday on the Lot. This was a beautiful Christmas party that saw Walt Disney Studios transformed into a winter wonderland. There were decorations, games, entertainment, treats, booths, and even snow! One of the booths that was at the…
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Disneyland Paris Rivers of the Far West to Get Updates Inspired by Disney Legend Marc Davis
While a lot of the focus at Disneyland Paris has been on what will be called Disney Adventure World starting on March 29, 2026, there are other exciting things going on in the original park. Along with announcements about what will be coming to Disney Adventure World, Disneyland Paris revealed some other new things that…
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VIDEOS: Some Favorite Memories of Dick Van Dyke Through the Years on His 100th Birthday!
On December 13, 2025, Dick Van Dyke turned 100 years old! Throughout his life, this beloved Disney Legend has been making people smile. He has done this on screen, on stage, and in person through countless magical moments. Through the years, the Daps Magic team has had some wonderful encounters with Dick Van Dyke. As…
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Sends Holiday Message to D23 Members
As the year comes to an end, an annual tradition of Disney CEO Bob Iger sending a holiday message to D23 members continues. D23 members received the following message from Bob Iger. Dear Mr. Daps, As we celebrate the holiday season, I want to express my appreciation to all of you who make up the…
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Jolly Holidays with Noah – Not Just Another Holiday Concert
On Monday, December 8, 2025, a holiday concert was held in North Hollywood at the El Portal Theatre. Jolly Holidays with Noah saw Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz singing tunes and tickling the ivories of a grand piano set in the center of the stage. This, however, wasn’t just another holiday concert with songs that are heard in…
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GUIDE: How to Watch ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ for Free in 2025
For many, there is no better Christmas classic to watch each year than A Charlie Brown Christmas. In recent years, the Peanuts programs have all been available to Apple TV subscribers. However, for those who aren’t subscribers, there is still a chance to see Charlie Brown learn about the meaning of Christmas. A Charlie Brown…