Category: DAPs Magic News
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‘The First Omen’ Brings Modernity to the Franchise
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. It’s always a bit scary (pun intended) when there is a new franchise entry, especially when the last was a remake 20 years ago.…
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Fantasy Springs’ Magical Opening: What You Need to Know
Fantasy Springs comes to life beginning Thursday and brings with it amazing attractions based on some of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ most beloved stories, stunning restaurants, and a welcoming shop. “I am so proud of the richly immersive experiences we’ve created together, and I look forward to the bright future ahead of us here at…
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Disney Announces Major Gift to London’s Great Ormond Street, Furthering Commitment to Children’s Hospitals
Building on The Walt Disney Company’s $100 million commitment to help reimagine the patient experience in children’s hospitals around the world, CEO Bob Iger announced funding for the creation of a state-of-the-art, fully accessible MediCinema theater at London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). The project will bring movie magic to patients, their families, and the…
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‘The Acolyte’ Creator on How New Series is ‘Star Wars From the Bad Guys’ Perspective’
Leslye Headland was “very interested in telling a story about the Sith” when it came to The Acolyte — the new Star Wars series on Disney+. However, in a saga known for heroes like Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo, how would the creator and executive producer of the series focus on the bad guys that make up…
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Disney Celebrates Children’s Day in China with Opening of 50th Children’s Hospital Fun House
Hangzhou, June 1, 2024 – In celebration of International Children’s Day, the 50th Disney Fun House opened at the Children’s Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine in Hangzhou, spreading happiness and optimism to children and their families when it’s needed most. This latest installation themed to the Walt Disney Animation Studios film Zootopia marks a significant milestone for…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek: Discovery Series Finale – “Life, Itself” Review
We’ve reached the end of a great journey for Star Trek: Discovery! We’ve traced the career of Michael Burnham and it’s time to say good-bye. But before that end, we last left Burnham in the portal of the Progenitors’ tech. She followed Moll, and there is a bizarre nearly infinite room inside. Meanwhile, the Breen…
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Disney+ Watches Perfect for Summer
As temperatures climb, you make be looking for things to do inside. Those inside activities don’t need to be devoid of summer vibes though! Fortunately, Disney+ has a plethora of movies, documentaries, and shorts that are perfect for summer viewing! I’ve put together a few suggestions to get you started! Luca – Two young boys…
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Let’s Make a Difference on July 21st!
On July 21 we would like to invite you to join us as we make a difference by walking through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure before they open for the 2024 CHOC Walk in the Park. This is an annual tradition that is not only a lot of fun, but makes a huge difference. Join…
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Ron Howard on Directing ‘Jim Henson Idea Man’ — A New Disney+ Documentary About a ‘One-In-A-Generation Talent’
Jim Henson was many things. He was the beloved creator of The Muppets, an innovator, and according to director Ron Howard, a “one-in-a-generation talent.” Howard explores the many aspects of Henson and his wondrously creative life in Jim Henson Idea Man — a new documentary from Disney Branded Television about the creator that premieres on Disney+ on Friday.…
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New Entrance Opens at Downtown Disney District [Updated]
A new entrance is now open on the west end of Downtown Disney District. This new entrance and security checkpoint is near the Simba Parking Lot, by the new Din Tai Fung restaurant. Daps Magic team member Steven was visiting the Disneyland Resort on Friday morning and discovered the new entrance was open. It has…
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Disney Encanto: The Official Cookbook – Mr. Daps Review
In 2021, Walt Disney Animation Studios released Encanto. This is the story of family in Columbia named the Madrigals. The live in a place in Columbia called Encanto. The magic of Encanto is that every member of the family has been blessed with a magical gift… other than Mirabel. However, when it is discovered that…
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Shanghai Disney Resort to Debut New Live Stage Show this Summer at Shanghai Disneyland’s Storyhouse Stage
‘The Adventure of Rhythm’ is coming to Shanghai Disney Resort this summer at Shanghai Disneyland’s Storyhouse Stage.
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REVIEW: Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante – Fantasmic! Dining Package
With the return of Fantasmic! also comes the return of dining packages for this long-running nighttime spectacular. On the opening night of Fantasmic!, Daps Magic was invited to experience the dining package Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante. This is a new dining package location for this show. This offering includes a meal and reserved seating area…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek: Discovery S5E9 – “Lagrange Point” Review
With one more episode to go, Discovery has reached the ship with the Progenitor’s tech portal and must take it back from the Breen. The only way to do so is to beam aboard, attach a transporting device to it, and lower the shields to get out. Burnham, Booker, Commander Rhys, and Ensign Adira are…
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Hulu Celebrates “Grown-ish” Finale With Collections From Yara Shahidi and Marcus Scribner
It’s time to say goodbye to Cal U! Hulu just launched two collections on the “Grown-ish” series page with favorite episodes handpicked by stars Marcus Scribner and Yara Shahidi. Fans of the “-Ish” Universe will also be able to easily access both “Black-ish” and “Mixed-ish” under the new “-Ish Universe” tab on the “Grown-ish” series page. Check them…
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Shanghai Disney Resort and China Eastern Airlines Launch New Zootopia-Themed Plane, Flying the Excitement of the World’s First Zootopia-Themed Land to Guests Far and Wide
A new Zootopia-Themed Plane has been revealed by Shanghai Disney Resort and China Eastern Airlines.
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‘The Beach Boys’ on Disney+: Here’s the Behind the Scenes Story of the New Documentary
Frank Marshall, one of the most successful filmmakers in Hollywood history, started his journey to The Beach Boys—a new documentary which premieres on Disney+ this Friday—with a simple question: “Why did their band work and mine didn’t?” Marshall, who grew up in Newport Beach, California, was surrounded by surf culture and, by extension, The Beach Boys.…
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Disney Accelerator at 10: Innovating and Looking Towards the Future
Bob Iger held up his phone and asked, “Can you build this?” In The Walt Disney Company CEO’s hand was an image of the BB-8 droid from Star Wars: The Force Awakens, months before it would first be seen by the public. “And of course, then this was top secret,” David Min, Disney VP of Corporate Innovation, said.…
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TNT Sports to Present College Football Playoff Games Through Sublicense with ESPN
ESPN and TNT Sports have reached a five-year agreement for TNT Sports to sublicense select College Football Playoff (CFP) games from ESPN, beginning with the upcoming college football season. TNT Sports will present two first-round College Football Playoff games during the 2024 and 2025 seasons. In addition to the first-round games, TNT Sports will add…
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Jim Henson: Idea Man – Mr. Daps’ Review
Jim Henson: Idea Man is a new documentary from Ron Howard that looks into the life of the creator of The Muppets. The Muppets was just one thing that Jim Henson, created however. He was always creating, always pushing boundaries, and always innovating. In Jim Henson: Idea Man, the story of this great creator is…
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Indiana Fever at Connecticut Sun Most-Watched WNBA Game on ESPN Platforms Ever
ESPN’s presentation of the 2024 WNBA Tip-Off Presented by CarMax reached new viewership heights for WNBA on ESPN. The Indiana Fever at Connecticut Sun season opener — featuring Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut — was the most-watched WNBA game on ESPN platforms ever (regular season or playoffs). The game scored 2.1 million viewers across ESPN2, ESPN+ and Disney+, surpassing the Phoenix…
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The Force is Strong With This Make-A-Wish Kid
Alex is a 16-year old life-long Star Wars fan from Australia. He had a wish to become one with the Force and build a lightsaber. This wish came true just in time for May the 4th, thanks to Disney Consumer Products and Make-A-Wish Australia. See his story below that was shared on the Disney Parks…
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‘Camp Mickey and Minnie: One Wild Summer’ To Be Released This Summer With Illustrations by Voice of Mickey Mouse
A new book, Camp Mickey and Minnie: One Wild Summer, by Ryan March with illustrations by voice of Mickey Mouse, Bret Iwan arrives in June!
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GUIDE: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World Resort
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be opening at Magic Kingdom on June 28, 2024. When it does open, fans from around the world will be flocking to Walt Disney World Resort to experience this new musical adventure with Princess Tiana, Naveen, Mama Odie, Louis, and many new friends! To get the most out of this new…