Category: DAPs Magic News
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Just Keep Swimming! 15th Annual Tour de Turtles Underway From Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
Disney sponsors two loggerhead sea turtles, named Neytiri and Ronal, who are swimming toraise awareness about the threats sea turtles face every day VERO BEACH, Fla. (July 30, 2022) – Earlier today at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, researchers from the Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC) and Disney Conservation Team Wildlife released two sea turtles as part…
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Back to the Future… The Retro Future – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week, Mr. DAPs shares the top five stories of Disney and geek news as covered on DAPS MAGIC. This week this covers a new hotel suite, news from D23 Expo, the Disneyland Resort, and also Knott’s Berry Farm! Let’s get to the news! DISNEY Reporter Headlines House of the…
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Two Captains Log: Weekly Review of Orville – Ep. 9
It is time once again for weekly thoughts on the most recent Orville episode. It is starting to wind down for this season and episode 9, “Dominos,” was quite a doozy. Here we go with the epic episode. Design Mr. DAPs: “Overall, it was an enjoyable viewing experience this week from a design perspective. There…
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Walt Disney Family Museum Announces New Studio Workshops
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced new studio workshops. This includes virtual studio options and also studio programs. The following options will be offered by the museum. Virtual Studio Series Workshops Adult Session (Ages 18+): 10:30am–noon PT | Zoom Webinar$13 members | $18 non-members Youth Session (Ages 7–17): 1–2:30pm PT | Zoom Webinar$10 members…
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Howard Johnson Goes Back to the Retro Future with a Very Special Suite
The Howard Johnson Anaheim, just across from Disneyland, has gone back to the retro future (Great Scott!). It has done this with its new House of the Retro Future suite. The Monsanto House of the Future inspires this new suite at the Howard Johnson that once was found at a certain theme park nearby from…
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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Shares Plans for D23 Expo 2022
BURBANK, California (July 28, 2022) – D23 Expo 2022 presented by Visa will return for a spectacular in-person event in Anaheim with special surprises for fans of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. With exciting pavilions, captivating panel presentations and special retail experiences, fans can explore and be the first to learn about never-before-seen details of new themed lands,…
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Disney+ Celebrates Season 3 of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series with a Red Carpet Premiere Event on the Walt Disney Studios Lot
DISNEY+ CELEBRATES SEASON 3 OF HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES WITH A RED CARPET PREMIERE ON THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS LOT Olivia Rodrigo, Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, Matt Cornett and More Attend the Event for the Disney Branded Television Series Streaming Now on Disney+ BURBANK, JULY 27, 2022 – Disney+ celebrated the third season premiere…
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New Clip and Poster Released for ‘LEGO® Star Wars Summer Vacation’
Summer just got hotter with the arrival of a new clip and the poster for “LEGO® Star Wars Summer Vacation,” the all-new animated special from Lucasfilm and the LEGO Group premiering August 5, 2022, exclusively on Disney+. The clip, which debuted yesterday at LEGO’s San Diego Comic-Con panel, and the all-new poster, highlight the newest entry in the popular signature…
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Birthdays, Openings, Chaperones – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week Mr. DAPs shares the top five stories of the week from the world of Disney and geek! What do you think was the top story of the week? Share in the comments below! DISNEY Reporter Headlines Disneyland Celebrates 67 Years of Magic https://dapsmagic.com/2022/07/disneyland-celebrates-67th-birthday-with-magical-moments-at-castle-main-street-and-town-square/ MagicBand+ to Launch on August…
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Disney Joins Propel Education Center in Support of the Next Generation of Diverse Storytellers and Innovators
Today, at the 2022 HBCU Philanthropy Symposium, The Walt Disney Company announced it is joining Propel, a first-of-its-kind education hub for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), as the arts, media, entertainment, and hospitality lead sponsor. Disney will work with Propel to expand opportunities for historically underrepresented students to have future careers as storytellers and…
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Disney Recognized Among Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion
For the fifth consecutive year, The Walt Disney Company has earned a top score on the 2022 Disability Equality Index (DEI), the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool to measure disability workplace inclusion. As a top scorer, the company was recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.” “At The Walt Disney…
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Disney+ Announces Sing-Along Versions Of Seven Disney Classics, Including “Moana” And “The Little Mermaid” Launching Friday, July 22
“The Lion King (2019),” “The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride,” “Beauty and the Beast (1991),” “Beauty and the Beast (2017)” and “Tangled” Sing-Alongs to Launch in August You’re Welcome! Disney+ will release new Sing-Along versions of fan-favorite Disney musicals, including Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana” and “The Little Mermaid” on Friday, July 22. The streaming service also shared…
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High School Students Nationwide Now Applying for Popular Disney Dreamers Academy Mentorship Program
Application process for 2023 event now open for teens from across America; Mentorship program with all-expense-paid experience at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida aimed at fostering the dreams of Black students and teens from underrepresented communities LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (July 18, 2022) – Teens from around the country are trying to put their best foot…
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More Cast Revealed for ‘Out of My Mind’
BURBANK, Calif. (July 18, 2022) – Disney+ announced today that acclaimed actress Rosemarie DeWitt (“The Staircase”), and Emmy® Award-winning actors Luke Kirby (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) and Judith Light (“American Crime Story”) have been added to the cast of “Out of My Mind,” a Disney+ Original movie adaptation of Sharon Draper’s award-winning novel of the same…
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Happy Birthday, Disneyland! Here’s a Trolley! – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter. Each week, Mr. DAPs shares the top five headlines of Disney and geek news as reported on DAPS MAGIC. Let’s get right into this week’s top five! DISNEY Reporter Headlines Red Car Trolley Returning to Disney California Adventure https://dapsmagic.com/2022/07/red-car-trolley-returning-to-disney-california-adventure-on-july-17/ EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Returns to Walt Disney World…
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LEGO is Releasing New Set Based on “The Office”
The Office ended its run in 2013 but it is more popular than ever. Fans may have been reliving this classic workplace comedy via streaming services for almost a decade, but now they can bring The Office to life in a completely different and interactive way… with LEGO. The set is now available for pre-order.…
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H2-Whoa! First Disney Attraction at Sea Makes a Splash Aboard the Disney Wish
Upper decks feature new family water attraction, three themed districts with dedicated space for families, children and adults CELEBRATION, Fla. — Disney Cruise Line takes fun in the sun to the next level on the Disney Wish with the debut of AquaMouse, a brand-new family water attraction that will bring to life the adventures of “The Wonderful…
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Global Tastes Tempt Palates at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE, July 14-Nov. 19, 2022
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 14, 2022) – For the next 129 delicious days, guests can sip, savor and repeat across six continents at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE. The festival kicks off today at Walt Disney World Resort and continues through Nov. 19, offering new experiences for foodies and…
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Unlock Hidden Magic: Disney Wish Debuts First-of-Its-Kind Interactive Experience, Disney Uncharted Adventure
Guests use innovative technology to chart a course for favorite Disney and Pixar worlds during an immersive journey throughout the ship CELEBRATION, Fla. — Disney Cruise Line is taking classic storytelling into a new realm of immersive family fun aboard the Disney Wish with the debut of Disney Uncharted Adventure, a first-of-its-kind interactive experience leading guests…
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2022 Disney Accelerator Participants Announced
Today, The Walt Disney Company announced the six companies that will be joining the 2022 Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world. This year’s Disney Accelerator class is focused on building the future of immersive experiences and specializes in technologies such as augmented reality…
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A Culinary Cabaret: Disney Cruise Line Debuting Three Brand-New Family Restaurants on the Disney Wish in Summer 2022
Disney Cruise Line combines world-class cuisine with signature storytelling and service CELEBRATION, Fla. — With the debut of three brand-new family restaurants, the Disney Wish will take guests on an unparalleled culinary journey to an enchanted “Frozen” kingdom, an Avengers technology showcase and the golden age of Hollywood. “Sharing a delicious meal together is an important part…
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Dedication Ceremony Held for Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris
Disney CEO Bob Chapek joined onstage by Disneyland Paris President Natacha Rafalski, “Captain Marvel” Star, Brie Larson and Marvel Super Heroes to mark the momentous occasion. July 11, 2022 – This weekend, Earth’s Mightiest Heroes assembled to celebrate the dedication of Marvel Avengers Campus in an epic ceremony at Disneyland Paris. Iron Man, Spider-Man, Captain…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Opens Submissions for Spirit of the Season: A Community Art Exhibition
The Walt Disney Family Museum has opened up submissions for its upcoming Spirit of the Season: A Community Art Exhibition. This is the second time this holiday-themed art exhibit is being created and offered. This exhibit has roots back to the celabratory traditions of Walt Disney and his family. The holidays were a time to…
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Disney Music Emporium Pavilion Returning to D23 Expo
DISNEY MUSIC EMPORIUM PAVILION RETURNS TO D23 EXPO 2022, SEPTEMBER 9 THROUGH 11 DISNEY MUSIC EMPORIUM WILL OFFER EXCLUSIVE AND FIRST-TO-MARKET PRODUCTS INCLUDING EXCLUSIVE 12-INCH COLORED VINYL ALBUMS FOR THE MANDALORIAN SEASON 1 AND MUSIC FROM WANDAVISION PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE DISNEY FOR SCORES PODCAST LIVE CELEBRATING MARVEL MUSIC WITH FILM AND TV COMPOSERS PANEL, PLUS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT…