Category: DAPs Magic News
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Key Art Released for “Elton John Live: Farewell From Dodger Stadium” Ahead of Disney+ Livestream
ELTON JOHN TO TAKE FINAL NORTH AMERICAN BOW WITHORIGINAL CONCERT EVENT, LIVESTREAMED GLOBALLY AND EXCLUSIVELY ON DISNEY+ ON NOV. 20 Concert Immediately Preceded by LIVE ‘Countdown to Elton Live,’ Also Only on Disney+ Nearly 50 Years After Elton John’s Legendary Performance at Dodger Stadium, The Live Music Event Special from Disney Branded Television Will Serve as Prelude…
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Disney Announces $1 Million Multi-Year Grant to Exceptional Minds in Support of Inclusion and Diversity in Entertainment
The Walt Disney Company’s continued dedication to furthering inclusion and diversity in the entertainment industry was demonstrated with a $1 million multi-year grant made to Exceptional Minds, a nonprofit creative arts academy for young adults on the autism spectrum. The commitment was announced at the “Decade of Impact” event celebrating Exceptional Minds’ 10th anniversary, which took…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek: Lower Decks – S3 E8
We’re nearing the season finale of Star Trek: Lower Decks. This week saw the crew welcome a reporter on board as they embarked on a new type of mission that deviates from their “second contact” usual ventures and into a new “swing-by” mission. They are visiting a planet from The Next Generation’s past, with some…
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Michael Bublé Headed to “Dancing with the Stars” as Guest Judge
“Michael Bublé Night” – The cast is “Feeling Good” because Michael Bublé is in the ballroom as a guest judge. The 10 remaining couples will perform new dances to music by the GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist. “Michael Bublé Night” will stream live MONDAY, OCT. 24 (8:00pm ET / 5:00pm PT), on Disney+. (TV-PG, L) Watch…
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Her Universe Kiosks Popping Up in Malls Around the Country
Today Her Universe has announced a new venture in America’s malls. Her Universe Kiosks are appearing in malls across the country with Her Universe merchandise. Starting today, these kiosks can be found in select malls around the world. According to a post on social media, the kiosks can be found in the following malls: Lakewood…
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Tony Award®-Winning Actress And Singer Idina Menzel Takes Audiences On An Intimate Journey Into Her Life On And Off The Stage In New Disney+ Documentary ‘Idina Menzel: Which Way To The Stage?’
The Documentary Film Premieres December 9 Only on Disney+ BURBANK, Calif. (Oct. 11, 2022) – Today, Disney+ announced the premiere of the new documentary film “Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?” From Disney Branded Television, the intimate and inspirational film follows Tony Award®-winning icon Idina Menzel on her path to realize a lifelong dream: headlining…
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Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane Arrives at Palm Springs Air Museum
Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane, also known as “the Mouse” has arrived at Palm Springs Air Museum. Starting today, guests of the museum will be able to see the plane on display. It was unveiled yesterday during a special private event at the museum where it formally accepted Walt Disney’s Grumman Gulfstream I. The plane…
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Disney Dreamlight Valley: A Cozy Game Review
Over a month ago, Disney released an all-new way to step into the magic. Disney Dreamlight Valley is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and computer platforms. I am a self-described “cozy gamer” who loves to enjoy a relaxing game that is easy to pick up after a long day at work. This game has…
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Val d’Europe Accelerates Development at International Level
Thirty years after the opening of Disneyland Paris – Europe’s number one tourist destination – Val d’Europe has now emerged as one of the strongest and most important business locations in France, as part of a unique partnership with local authorities and French institutions. During European real estate investment event EXPO REAL Munich, Val d’Europe Agglomération and Real…
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Double the Dancing Coming For “Stars’ Stories Week” on “Dancing with the Stars”
“Stars’ Stories Week: Most Memorable Year” – “Stars’ Stories Week” kicks off its exciting two-night event with “Most Memorable Year.” The 12 remaining couples will perform emotional routines that best represent the most impactful years of their lives. An all-new episode of “Dancing with the Stars” will stream live MONDAY, OCT. 17 (8:00pm ET /…
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Four Historically Black College Bands Display Sizzle and Showmanship at HBCU Week
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (October 9, 2022) – Four marching bands from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) put on a show during the largest-ever HBCU Week at Walt Disney World Resort. On Saturday, Alcorn State, Delaware State, North Carolina A&T and Winston-Salem State marching bands served as honorary grand marshals in multiple parades at…
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How Michael Giacchino Found His Rhythm Composing and Directing Marvel Studios’ ‘Werewolf by Night’
Marvel Studios’ chilling Special Presentation Werewolf by Night is now streaming exclusively on Disney+, inviting fans to explore a new corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The eerie tale follows a secret cabal of monster hunters who gather at the Bloodstone Temple in honor of their late leader, Ulysses. During his strange and macabre memorial, they…
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Disney+ Releases Official Trailer for the Original Series ‘Limitless with Chris Hemsworth’ from National Geographic
All Six Episodes of the Series, Where the Global Movie Star Explores How We All Can Live Better for Longer, Begin Streaming on Nov. 16The Series Hails from Academy Award®-Nominated Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky and Protozoa Pictures, Jane Root’s Nutopia, and Chris Hemsworth and Ben Grayson’s Wild State BURBANK, Calif. (Oct. 06, 2022) – Today, Disney+ revealed the…
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Hocus Pocus 2 – Review by Mr. Daps
The Sanderson Sisters are back 29 years after they last terrorized Salem. Once again, they are on a mission to find a way to stay alive after the sun rises and the power of the black flame wanes. Once again, they are up against teenagers who seek to stop them from their terrifying plans. Once…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek: Lower Decks – S3E6
It’s time once again for a Two Captains Log with the a review of Star Trek: Lower Decks. This time we get a rather long awaited episode of the season where the crew visits Deep Space Nine. Captain Freeman must negotiate with the Karemma to start trade between quadrants. Meanwhile, Tendi runs into an Orion…
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‘Dancing with the Stars’ Announces ‘Disney+ Night!’
“Disney+ Night” – The 13 remaining couples immerse themselves in the magic of Disney, Pixar, Marvel and more for an unforgettable “Disney+ Night” full of dazzling performances. Week four of the mirrorball competition will stream live MONDAY, OCT. 10 (8:00pm ET / 5:00pm PT), on Disney+. (TV-PG, L) Watch episode replays on Disney+ within the…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Holiday Lineup for EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth returns to Walt Disney World Resort on November 25th and will continue on through December 30, 2022. This festival includes the celebration of traditions from around the world and the many different ways they are celebrated. One big tradition that will be returning is the Candlelight…
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Alisa Bowen Named President Of Disney+
Alisa Bowen has been named President of Disney+, effective immediately. In this role, Bowen will build on the flagship streaming service’s reputation as a global destination for premium content. Bowen has led global business operations for Disney’s streaming platforms, including Disney+, since its launch in 2019. In that time, Disney+ has expanded rapidly, growing its…
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Cast and Crew Come Together in New York for Premiere of ‘Hocus Pocus 2’
Last night the cast and filmmakers who made Disney’s Hocus Pocus 2 came together for the premiere of the new Disney+ Original live-action comedy. This is the sequel to Hocus Pocus and this celebration for this sequel took place at New York’s AMC Lincoln Square Cinemas. On hand for the night were the film’s stars…
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Top 5 Mazes of Knott’s Scary Farm 2022
It is no secret that Halloween is my favorite time of year. In fact, I realized earlier this week that I have been going to Knott’s Scary Farm for over 10 years! To me, it is one of my absolute favorite ways to kick off the season. We visited opening night for 2022 and I…
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The Magic of the Holidays Coming to New Experience in Norco With Illuminate Silverlakes
Think of the holidays and often images of a jolly old elf, sparkling lights, delicious foods, and loved ones coming together to make special memories come to mind. There is a new magical holiday experience coming to Norco this year that brings all of these things together in one place. On November 25, 2022 Illuminate…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek: Lower Decks – S3E5
Here we are at another review of the most recent episode of Lower Decks. This episode, “Reflections,” saw some flips in characters. Rutherford finally found out why his implants glitch, and with it found an old personality. Mariner tried to keep it cool while recruiting for Starfleet. Boimler became more like Mariner in the process…
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Original ‘High School Musical’ Cast Members Coming to Season 4 of ‘High School Musical: The Musical: The Series’
Kylie Cantrall (Disney’s “Gabby Duran & The Unsittables”), Matthew Sato (Disney’s “Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.”), Caitlin Reilly (“Hacks”) and Vasthy Mompoint (“The Prom”) Join Season in Recurring Guest Star Roles Burbank, Calif. (September 23, 2022) – As season four production is underway in Salt Lake City for the Disney+ Original series “High School Musical: The Musical: The…
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Andor Blasts Off in New Direction as Star Wars Series Starts – Mr. Daps’ Review
Andor, the newest Star Wars original series, is now streaming its first three episodes on Disney+. This series follows the path that Cassian Andor takes leading up to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. This week, Star Wars fans got to see this Cassian Andor in action again. However, he is a…