Tag: Birthday
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ABC’s Good Morning America to Premiere Mickey Mouse’s New Music Video, “What We Got”
GMA VISIT IS MICKEY’S FINAL STOP IN HIS WORLDWIDE BIRTHDAY TOUR. PRESS RELEASE: BURBANK, Calif., November 14, 2016 —Mickey Mouse will visit the set of ABC’s Good Morning America on November 18, to celebrate his birthday and premiere his new music video, “What We Got.” His appearance in New York City is the culmination of…
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Greatest Halloween Fears – Geeks Corner – Episode 604
Welcome to Geeks Corner’s Halloween episode! This week, there is a lot to talk about while also celebrating Halloween. As far as costumes go, Mr. DAPs is Elwood from the Blues Brothers, Caitie Bear is Harley Quinn, Cameron is a Pokemon Trainer, Steven Thomas is “Oops, all Jokers,” and Blue Bear is Pikachu! Which costume…
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Remembering Jim Henson on What Would Have Been His 80th Birthday
On this day in 1936, the master puppeteer and dreamer Jim Henson was born. Born in Mississippi, his family moved up near Washington DC when he was 10 years old. He graduated high school in Hyattsville, Maryland in 1954 and that very same year would go on to appear on television as a puppeteer for the first…
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Celebrating Disneyland’s 61st Birthday
This July 17, 2016, marked Disneyland’s 61st anniversary of park opening. Though the resort has still been celebrating the 60th, this day was still a special one to mark. And in a special celebration the park did so. At the Main Street Train Station was where the ceremony took place. The Disneyland Band marched down…
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Disneyland’s 61st – Sundays With DAPs
Today marked a special Sunday at Disneyland in that it happened to be Disneyland’s 61st birthday. On July 17 in 1955 Disneyland opened its gates. Now, 61 years ago, the occasion was marked with a special salute with the Disneyland Band, the Dapper Dans, Jessica Bernard – Disneyland Ambassador, and 61 characters all at the…
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Dick Van Dyke Celebrates 90th Birthday at Disneyland
A jolly holiday was had at Disneyland on Sunday as Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 90th birthday at the happiest place on Earth! Throughout the day Dick Van Dyke had special moments celebrating this Disney Legend. The moments culminated with a cavalcade before A Christmas Fantasy Parade and a happy birthday moment in Town Square. Dick Van…
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Happy 87th Birthday, Mickey Mouse!
It’s Mickey Mouse’s birthday today! After 87 years, he doesn’t look a day over 25. Mickey (and Minnie and Pete) starred in Steamboat Willie on this day, November 18, back in 1928. Audiences loved the comical little mouse. Ever since then, he has been an American icon that continues to appeal to generations after. One…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Celebrate Walt Disney’s Birthday Next Month
Next month is a special month for many reasons. One day in particular The Walt Disney Family Museum is to celebrate…Walt Disney’s Birthday! Walt’s very own birthday is on December 5. On December 4, the museum will host “A Birthday Celebration for Walt” from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m. In addition, the event is free. In observance…
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I’ve Got a Dream! – Geeks Corner – Episode 440
Check out Amanda Jane’s awesome designs at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/byAmandaJane This week on Geeks Corner we have Amanda Jane Designs creator, Amanda Jane. She joins Mr. DAPs, Johnny 5, and Hayley the Hatter as they chat about Disneyland’s 60th anniversary Disney Side Dapper Day on July 17, 2015 (https://www.dapsmagic.com/2015/07/01/disneyland-park-guests-to-show-off-their-1955-disney-side-on-july-17/). They continue on to chat about the Playmation demo…
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Happy Birthday Donald Duck! – Geeks Corner – Episode 436
Happy Birthday Donald Duck! it’s hard to believe that you are already 81 years old! This week on Geeks Corner, we must give a hat tip to our favorite duck and wish him all the best. It also is a week full of chatter about the Tony’s, Jurassic World, American Hogwarts, and we cannot forget…
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Happy Birthday Donald Duck!
Stop by the park today to wish our opinionated and fiery tempered friend, Donald Fauntleroy Duck, a happy birthday! Donald first squaked his way into the scene on June 9th, 1934 when he made his debut in the Silly Symphony cartoon titled, “”The Wise Little Hen” (“Donald Duck-Cartoon Character”). He soon grew to become one…
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Happy Birthday, Goofy!
May 25, 1932 was the date of the debut of an unforgettable character. Dippy Dawg was someone that stole the show in the cartoon short Mickey’s Revue. He became popular through his short appearance and became Goofy thereafter. Pinto Colvig first voiced the dog character, and in today’s times it is Bill Farmer that has taken…
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Lincoln's Legacy and Walt Disney
Two score and eleven years ago, Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln premiered at the New York World’s Fair. This show captivated audiences with its advance form of Audio-Animatronic. But, the one who was truly captivated by the show and president was Walt Disney. As a young boy, Walt Disney proclaimed Mr. Lincoln as his favorite president. He had…
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Happy Birthday Walt Disney
Among many people in the world, there are some originals. Walt Disney is one of those originals. He was a unique individual full of a childlike outlook of life. And, today is his birthday. Walt Disney was born in 1901 in Chicago, IL. His family would move to a variety of places including Marceline, MO.…
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Shanghai Disney with Amanda Jane – Geeks Corner – Episode 407
Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse, Murray, and Victor! Welcome to this week’s episode of Geeks Corner! This week, we have a special guest. Amanda of Amanda Jane Designs is coming to showcase her fantastic work. She creates necklaces that are a necessity for your #DisneySide collection. Her shop is at: http://www.amandajanedesigns.etsy.com Her instagram is: http://www.instagram.com/amandajanedesigns Her…
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Tokyo DisneySea Turns 13
Welcome one and all to a world where Imagination and Adventure set sail. Tokyo DisneySea is dedicated to the spirit of exploration that lives in each of us. Here we chart a course for Adventure, Romance, Discovery and Fun and journey to exotic and fanciful Ports of Call. May Tokyo DisneySea inspire the hearts and…
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Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration Starting Spring 2015
With the celebration of Disneyland’s 59th birthday today, new information about next year’s 60th birthday has been released. This huge milestone will celebrate all the joys that Disneyland has provided for so many years. It is going to be great! Starting spring of 2015, the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration will begin. Guests are invited to…
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Happy Birthday Disneyland
“To all who come to this happy place; welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past…and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams and the hard facts that have created America…with the hope that it will be a…
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Happy Birthday Walt Disney!
On December 5, 1901 an American icon was born in Chicago, IL. His dreams and ideas would change the face of entertainment, travel, innovation, technology, and of course animation. His “can do” spirit made him the ultimate entrepreneur as he moved from sketch artist, to cartoonist, to owner of one of the most recognizable studios…
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Happy 85th Birthday, Mickey Mouse!
Today marks a very special occasion. It’s my birthday. Okay, so that’s not such a special occasion to post an article about. The even more special thing is that it’s Mickey Mouse’s birthday. How is it his birthday? Well, 85 years ago the first sound cartoon premiered on November 18. This cartoon starred a certain…
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Happy Birthday Jim Henson – Looking Back at the Master Puppeteer
Today is Jim Henson’s birthday. He would have been 77 years old today. For me, he has always been an inspiring figure. There has always been something amazing to me about all the different personalities and characters that Jim Henson brought together to create something wonderful. What was amazing about Jim Henson is that what…
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Disneyland’s 58th Anniversary
On July 17, 2013, Disneyland celebrated its 58th anniversary, but the festivities really began two weeks ago. As part of Limited Time Magic, annual passholders had opportunity to watch presentations done by Stacia Martin. Running each Tuesday, they presentations were divided up by lands. The first presentation covered Adventureland and Frontierland. Next came Fantasyland and…
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Happy 58th Birthday Disneyland
“To all that come to this happy place: welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past, and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America… with hope that it will be…
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Disneyland Celebrates Turning 57
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Today Disneyland celebrated 57 years since Walt Disney originally said “to all who come to this happy place, welcome!” The celebration took place in Town Square at 2:30 pm with characters streaming (flash mob style) into the area that was surrounded by thousands of guests. These characters…