Category: Entertainment
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D23 Expo: Shakira Rocks Zootopia as Pop Star
Shakira will be lending her voice to Gazelle, the biggest pop star in Zootopia. The announcement was made via a message that Shakira tapes and was then shared at the D23 Expo. Voice of rabbit officer Judy Hopps, Ginnifer Goodwin joined directors Byron Howard and Rich Moore to share scenes from the movie. SHAKIRA SHAKES…
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Disney Makes ‘Gigantic’ Announcement
Today at the D23 Expo a new Disney animated fear that will musically retell the story of Jack and the Beanstalk was announced. Gigantic will feature the music of Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez and be directed by Nathan Greno. “GIGANTIC” TAKES ROOT – Things are looking up at Walt Disney Animation Studios – way…
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Magic of Muppets Panel – D23 Expo
The Muppets took the stage in one of the first 2015 D23 Expo panels. The presentation opened with the sizzle reel from the upcoming show. Steve Whitmire, Dave Goelz, Eric Jacobson, Matt Vogel, and Bill Barretta were on stage to answer questions and talk about the new show. They pointed out how much being a…
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D23 Offers Early Look at Disneyland The Exhibit at D23 Expo
D23 offered members of the media and also those who purchased the Sorcerer Package for the D23 Expo a an early preview of Disneyland The Exhibit. This exhibit is a collection of some fantastic artifacts from Disneyland. These artifacts date back to the beginning of the park and include name tags, elements of attractions, attraction…
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CoverGirl to Launch New Star Wars Makeup Line this September
Two worlds have just collided! For those that enjoy the world of makeup and the world of Star Wars, CoverGirl has announced a brand new line. The CoverGirl x Star Wars Collection is set to launch on September 4, but to hold us over, here are a few exciting images of these new products. Both Disney…
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Catch the DAPs Crew at D23 Expo (Free Buttons)
It is time for the D23 Expo, and members of the DAPs Magic team will be at the Expo! We’ll be posting on Twitter and Instagram to cover the event, but also follow along as we’ll have some things to give away, such as these nifty buttons. To follow along, use Twitter or Instagram: Twiter…
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Disney & Pixar Release First Look of New ‘Inside Out’ Short
For all you Inside Out fans out there, how about a new short? On Thursday, Disney and Pixar released a brief look at a brand new short. This time around, Riley goes out on a date. In Riley’s First Date, it seems as if everyone’s emotions are in panic mode. The full short is set to be…
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Lucasfilm Joins Forces with Seven Major Brands for ‘Force Awakens’ Campaign
With the large anticipation of Lucasfilm’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the company announced on Thursday that they have partnered up with seven top brands for “an expansive, historic promotional campaign” for the new film. By teaming up with other organizations, the promotion of the film is set for a larger scale. Companies that Lucasfilm…
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Photos Show First Look of Black Panther in Captain America: Civil War
There is a lot to look forward to with Captain America: Civil War. One of the most highly anticipated things that geeks have been looking forward to is the appearance of Black Panther. Beyond that the question being asked (as is every time a character is introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe), what will his…
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VIDEO: Dramatic Reading of “A Pirate’s Life For Me” | The Muppets
We all know the lyrics to that ever so catchy tune of “A Pirates Life for Me.” You know, that song that can be stuck in your head for hours! But, have you ever heard the song as a dramatic reading? The Muppets’ very own Bunsen and Beaker preform this tune in a whole new way.…
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Director Chris Buck of ‘Frozen’ Begins on Film’s Sequel
With the long-lasting success of Disney’s Frozen, whether it’s merchandise, newly animated shorts or anything Disney Parks related, Frozen is still a hit. As noted a while back, there will be a sequel to the film. No current date has been released yet, but the film does have a green light. Just to reassure the…
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First View of Disney Junior’s “The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar”
Mentioned several months back here on DAPs Magic was that of a brand new animated series coming to Disney Channel and Disney Junior. This show would be a spin-off of The Lion King. The new show titled The Lion Guard, is set to air in 2016. But as a precursor to the show itself, the film The…
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New Korean Star Wars: The Force Awakens shows more of The First Order
While we haven’t been treated with any new trailers for Star Wars: The Force Awakens here in the United States, trailers have continued to roll out globally. A new Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer has hit the internet courtesy of the Star Wars Korea YouTube channel. This trailer offers a bigger glimpse at The First…
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New Video Shows In-Depth Look at Construction of Disneyland
For many Disney fans there are some videos that have become almost common place when looking at historic Disney videos. Think of the construction of Disneyland and immediately an image of Walt Disney walking between some trees in a field comes to mind. Or perhaps you think of a time-lapse video of different elements of…
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Artwork Now Being Accepted for Lucasfilm & HP’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens Fan Art Contest
If you have a passion for creating art and you love all things Star Wars, check out this exciting new contest. Lucasfilm and HP are teaming up for the “Art Awakens” contest. The contest which is set to being accepting applications on August 11, invites fans to submit their Star Wars: The Force Awakens inspired art. Those…
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D23 Expo Surfside Lounge Meetup with DAPs Magic, Babes in Disneyland, and Inspired by Dis August 15
Join us at the Surfside Lounge on the evening of August 17 to meet up with your favorite Disney blogs: DAPs Magic, Babes in Disneyland, and Inspired by Dis. These three blogs will be hosting this meetup together at the Paradise Pier Hotel beginning at 7:30 PM on Saturday. Here are the details: Who: Disney fans attending…
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More Merchandise Items Heading to the D23 Expo 2015 Dream Store
Exciting new details on merchandise set to debut at the 2015 D23 Expo have been released. On Monday, Disney Parks Blog shared more insight on the items that will be heading to the Disney Dream Store. All things from mugs, hats, toothpick holders, magnets and so much more will be available for purchase at the…
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Fall Issue of ‘Disney twenty-three’ Set for D23 Expo Coverage
This Friday marks the start of the 2015 D23 Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center. With three full days, plenty of Disney themed news will be released. To cover all things that time cannot, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will release a D23 Expo issue of Disney twenty-three. Disney twenty-three, which is available for D23 Gold…
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Marvel Comics News August 2 – August 8 2015
I am excited to bring a couple of Marvel news that I have been waiting to hear about! The first is a sequel to the highly successful Figment comic. Continuing the adventures of Dreamfinder and Figment, this will certainly be another hit! Next is a small comic series of Journey to Star Wars: The Force…
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VIDEO: Top Ten Star Wars Sidekicks
Have you ever pondered the top ten sidekicks in the Star Wars realm? Well the editorial staff of StarWars.com did just so. Check this clip below as characters from the Star Wars films, Star Wars Rebels and Star Wars: The Clone Wars were all analyzed. So, do you agree with this list? If not, how would…
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D23 Announces Winner of the D23 EXPO Design Challenge
Several months back, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club announced an art contest inspired by the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration for the D23 Expo. Artists from all over submitted their work in the hopes that their piece would be selected. The winner along with 22 finalists, will have their artwork displayed on the show floor during the D23 Expo. As…
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Kermit the Frog & Miss Piggy Split After 40 Years
In the midst of the Muppets television reboot, there is some sad new. Made public on Twitter this Tuesday, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy are ending their relationship of 40 years. What seemed like a happy relationship that many Hollywood celebrities strived to have, has now ended. According to TODAY, Kermit the Frog said,…
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2015 D23 Expo App is Now Live
Time to bring out those mobile devices. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has launched this year’s D23 Expo app. This app which is available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store, will provide expo goers with tons of information. The app titled D23 EXPO 2015 Official Mobile App, will provide content such…
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How To Survive D23 Expo
D23 Expo is almost upon us, and we have a way to navigate this huge event! Be sure to follow along here and on Twitter @DAPs_Magic as well as Instagram @dapsmagic. We’ll have some free “swag” at the Expo and a couple of giveaways. Getting There If you’ve prepared to any extent for the Expo,…