Category: DAPs Magic News
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Not-So-Common Cent$ (National Geographic Kids Book) – Mr. Daps’ Book Review
This is the time of year when people have finances on the brain. For many, there is a wish that they had learned this stuff when they are kids. Now, thanks to a National Geographic Kids Book, future generations can approach their finances (and tax season) more confidently. Not-So-Common Cent$ is a practical book that…
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Two Captains Log: ‘Star Trek Picard’ – S3E10 – ‘The Last Generation’ – Review
It’s time again…for the last time…to take a look at Star Trek: Picard. The original Next Generation crew had just gone to get the Enterprise-D. The Borg controlled Starfleet armada was starting to make its attack on Earth. President Anton Chekov has told everyone to stay away from Earth, which means no other planet in…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Celebrates 25 Years Showcasing the Magic of Nature
Walt Disney World Resort’s fourth theme park to mark milestone anniversary with special celebration and a new character encounter, plus special limited-time merchandise and culinary offerings LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (April 18, 2023) – On Earth Day, April 22, 1998, Walt Disney World Resort invited guests to discover a one-of-a-kind theme park where they could…
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‘SUGA: Road to D-DAY’ Arrives on Disney+
This insightful new documentary pulls back the curtain and gives viewers an exclusive look into the creative process behind SUGA’s latest solo album BURBANK, Calif. (April 21, 2023) – BTS star SUGA’s new documentary “SUGA: Road to D-DAY” is now streaming on Disney+. After collaborating with some of the world’s biggest artists, including Coldplay, Steve Aoki, The…
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Pictorial: ‘Peter Pan & Wendy’ Premiere in London
CAST AND FILMMAKERS FROM DISNEY’S “PETER PAN & WENDY,” INCLUDING JUDE LAW, YARA SHAHIDI, EVER ANDERSON AND ALEXANDER MOLONY, CELEBRATE FILM’S LONDON PREMIERE AT CURZON MAYFAIR Studio’s Live-Action Reimagining Begins Streaming April 28, 2023, Exclusively on Disney+ The cast of Disney’s epic movie event, “Peter Pan & Wendy,” were in London at the Curzon Mayfair earlier this…
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Shanghai Disney Resort and United Family Healthcare Announce Multi-Year Resort Alliance
Shanghai, April 18, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort and United Family Healthcare, one of the leading private and premium healthcare providers in China, have entered into a multi-year resort alliance, introducing United Family Healthcare as Shanghai Disney Resort’s official medical service provider. Under this new alliance, United Family Healthcare is supporting the operations of all First…
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Disney Channel Celebrates 40 Years of Imaginative, Iconic Programming
In April 1983, The Disney Channel was established to bring high-quality, Disney-branded entertainment to the small screen. Forty years—and hundreds of iconic series and movies—later, the now-named Disney Channel offers a broad lineup of content ranging from live-action series and films to animated shows and shorts, which are unequivocal hits among kids and adults alike.…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Announces Winners of 10th Disney Imaginations Hong Kong Design Competition
HONG KONG, Apr 12, 2023 – Following months of intense design work and spirited presentations, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) today announced the winning teams of the “Disney Imaginations Hong Kong Design Competition 2023”, welcoming the next crop of aspiring Disney Imagineers and theme park designers and showcasing the resort’s continuous efforts to nurture young talent…
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The Art of Avatar: The Way of Water – An Immersive Experience Coming to Los Angeles
In celebration of James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water now available on Digital only, Disney will be offering a special exhibition at Lighthouse Artspacein Los Angeles where fans can step into the stunning world of Avatar. Combining the groundbreaking technology of the Lighthouse’s experiential art exhibits and the remarkable Oscar® award-winning visual effects of the film, this immersive…
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ESPN Earns Industry-Leading 59 Sports Emmy Nominations
ESPN earned an industry-leading 59 nominations for the 44th Annual Sports Emmy Awards, as announced Tuesday by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). This is the 10th straight year that ESPN has led the industry. ESPN’s 59 nominations include work presented on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+, ABC, ESPN Deportes, ESPNEWS, ESPNU, SEC Network…
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Disneyland Paris Gives Glimpse Into the Future During Fan Event
Right in the middle of the Grand Finale of its 30th Anniversary celebrations, Disneyland Paris has chosen April 12th, its historical anniversary, to launch the big comeback of Disney Dreams®!, a dazzling night-time show last enjoyed by guests in 2017. The resort has also revealed news of what’s coming up to a large group of loyal…
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Avatar: The Way of Water – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
Avatar: The Way of Water finds Jake Sully and Ney’tiri settled with a family and living life on Pandora. However, when a threat from the sky returns to Pandora, Jake leads his family to a different part of the planet to avoid it and also keep his people safe. However, things are never as simple…
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Pictorial: Jeremy Renner Walks Red Carpet for Premiere of ‘Rennervations’
(LOS ANGELES, Calif. – April 11, 2023) – Disney+ and Jeremy Renner celebrated his new Original series Rennervations with a red-carpet premiere, FYC panel and block party reception this evening in Los Angeles. ‘The Avengers’ and ‘Hawkeye’ star walked the red-carpet to celebrate the new series produced by Disney Branded Television, streaming tomorrow, April 12th on Disney+. Joining…
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How Disney and its Cast have Protected Over 1,000 Species of Animals
When you ask Dr. Zak about his work and workplace, he will not talk about conference rooms or computer monitors. He will also not tell you about Expedition Everest or Pandora – the World of Avatar, even though he works at Disney. Instead, he will tell you about butterflies, bees, birds, and other animals. You…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results Via Webcast
BURBANK, Calif., April 5, 2023 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal second quarter 2023 financial results via a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Results will be released after the close of regular trading on May 10, 2023. To listen…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek Picard – S3E8 – “Surrender” Review
We are nearing the end of Star Trek Picard and it continues to be quite the ride. Entering into this episode, Vadic has taken over the Titan-A. Riker and Troi are captured on her ship. Jack is troubled by his strange new abilities. As Picard, Crusher, Jack and Sydney discuss how to retake the ship,…
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Annual Shanghai Bird Loving Week Begins at Shanghai Disney Resort’s Wishing Star Park
Shanghai, April 8, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort is inviting guests, Cast and community members to celebrate the beauty of nature with fun and inspiring activities in April throughout Earth Month. For the first time ever, the resort is celebrating Shanghai Bird Loving Week with the launch ceremony of the 42nd Shanghai Bird Loving Week hosted at the…
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BTS to Release ‘SUGA: Road to D-DAY’ on Disney+
This insightful new documentary pulls back the curtain and gives viewers an exclusive look into the creative process behind SUGA’s latest solo album BURBANK, Calif. (April 5, 2023) – After collaborating with some of the world’s biggest artists, including Coldplay, Steve Aoki, The Chainsmokers, and Halsey, BTS star SUGA is heading out on a musical journey, travelling…
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Asad Ayaz Named The Walt Disney Company’s First-Ever Chief Brand Officer
BURBANK, Calif., April 6, 2023 – Asad Ayaz has been named the first-ever Chief Brand Officer of The Walt Disney Company, effective immediately, it was announced today by Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer. In this newly created role reporting to Iger, Ayaz will be responsible for stewarding and elevating the Disney brand globally across…
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New Disney Parks Update Coming to Disney Dreamlight Valley
While Disney Dreamlight Valley is still in early access, it has had many exciting updates to keep players coming back. The newest update features characters from The Lion King and even a new Disney Parks-inspired star path for the fans missing the theme parks! Simba and Nala from The Lion King have joined the game…
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Joe Earley Named President, Direct-to-Consumer, Disney Entertainment
Joe Earley has been named president, Direct-to-Consumer, Disney Entertainment, effective immediately, it was announced today by Alan Bergman and Dana Walden, co-chairmen, Disney Entertainment. Earley, who most recently served as president of Hulu, will lead Disney Entertainment’s streaming efforts including Disney+ and Hulu, reporting to Bergman and Walden. Earley succeeds Michael Paull, who is leaving…
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‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ Series Arrives on Disney+
LATIN AMERICAN ORIGINAL ADVENTURE AND SCI-FI SERIES “JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH” NOW STREAMING ALL EPISODES EXCLUSIVELY ON DISNEY+ Series Stars Óscar Jaenada, Margarita Rosa de Francisco, Yankel Stevan, Sebastián García and Gabriel Goity BURBANK, Calif. (April 5, 2023) – Disney+ is now streaming all eight episodes of Latin American original series “Journey to the Center of the…
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Rennervations – Mr. Daps’ Review
In Rennervations, Jeremy Renner says “The only difference between crazy and courage is a plan.” Renner is a man with a plan in this Disney+ series that is about taking big old decommissioned vehicles and reimagining them into awesome gifts for organizations that support kids in communities from around the world. This series is part…
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‘The Crossover’ Celebrates Premiere in Hollywood with Orange Carpet Event
All Episodes Premiere April 5, only on Disney+ BURBANK, Calif. (April 4, 2023) This evening, the stars and creative team of the upcoming Disney+ Original series “The Crossover” celebrated the series premiere with an orange carpet at the historic Hollywood Athletic Club in Los Angeles. “The Crossover,” based off the best-selling novel by Kwame Alexander, from…