Tag: DAPs Magic
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Brave Director Mark Andrews Interview
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Andrews joined Pixar Animation Studios in December 2000 and has worked on four of the studio’s feature films. He served as story supervisor on the Academy Award®-winning feature films “The Incredibles” and “Ratatouille” and as a storyboard artist for the Golden Globe®-winning “Cars.” Andrews also contributed to the…
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A BRAVE Interview with Producer Katherine Sarafian
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Sarafian has been an integral part of the success and growth of Pixar Animation Studios, joining Pixar in 1994 as a production coordinator on the studio’s first full-length feature film, “Toy Story.” From there, she continued to develop her film production experience as production manager in Pixar’s short…
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A Look at Disneyland’s 2012 Candlelight Processional
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Disneyland has changed things a bit this year for its annual Candlelight Ceremony and Processional. This year, it will be presented twice nightly from December 1 through December 20. Like previous years, celebrity narrators will be joining the orchestra and choir to tell the Christmas story. Here…
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Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two Video Game Demo Now Available for Download on Playstation®Network and XBOX Live Marketplace for XBOX 360
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE November 6, 2012 – Disney Interactive today announced that a demo of the highly-anticipated “Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two” video game is now available for download on the PlayStation®Network and Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft in…
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New Disney-Branded “Better For You” Food Products to be Showcased at Produce Marketing Association Fresh Summit
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Glendale, Calif., October 24, 2012 — Disney Consumer Products (DCP) will showcase its new assortment of “better for you” food products at the Produce Marketing Association’s PMA Fresh Summit October 26 – 28 in Anaheim, CA. Produce products featuring beloved Disney characters on the packaging will be on display, demonstrating…
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Tinker Bell’s Winter Wonderland Comes to Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Tales From the Mouse House Podcast On October 23, 2012, DisneyToon Studios released the fourth installment of their popular straight to DVD animated film series based on the Disney Fairies franchise, starring the mischievous, and lovable, Tinker Bell. This time, Tink ventures into the forbidden world and discovers a Frost Fairy named…
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Disney Rings in the Holidays with Top 10 “Must Have” Gifts
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Glendale, Calif., Oct. 23, 2012 — Disney Consumer Products today announced its Top 10 “must have” gifts for children and families who love and cherish all things Disney. With something for everyone on your list, Disney’s Top 10 holiday gifts are already garnering major awards and accolades from top media,…
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Artist Watch Program Ending
Guests walking down Main Street, USA at Disneyland today might have noticed a change in the windows of the Fortuosity shop. They were clean. The signs detailing the artist watches no longer are painted on the windows of Fortuosity. The Artist Watch program will be ending its run. One cast member indicated that the…
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Wreck it Ralph Finds Home in Tomorrowland
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Guests visiting Disneyland today are able to visit Ralph from the upcoming Disney Animated Studios Wreck it Ralph. Ralph, a “bad guy” who wants to be a “good guy” can be found in the Starcade in Tomorrowland with his friend Vanellope. Themed video games are also around to…
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VoluntEARS Who Make a Difference: Brian Reif
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 24, 2012 – In the true spirit of a Disney VoluntEAR, Brian Reif shares his time and expertise to help bring a smile and a unique experience for many kids who come to Central Florida searching for “magic.” “I’m proud to be involved with…
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Cast Members Receive Honors for Achievements in Engineering
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 12, 2012—Excellence and the pursuit of innovation recently brought 2,000 professionals and students to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for the 24th annual HENNAC Great Minds in STEM (Science, Technology, Math and Engineering) conference hosted by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. For the past 23…
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Festival of the Masters Returns to Downtown Disney Nov. 9-11, 2012
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Festival of the Masters presented by Michaels returns to Downtown Disney Nov. 9-11, 2012 for its 37th year. The prestigious open-air fine arts festival features nearly 150 award-winning artists, sidewalk chalk art, limited-edition fine art, photography, sculpture, jewelry, glass art, Disney collectibles, live…
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Oswald Vignette – “Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two”
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Interactive is pleased to release the second video in a series of gameplay vignettes in anticipation of the launch of Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two. In the latest installment, learn more about Oswald’s backstory and his unique abilities in this entertaining video, narrated by…
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Tinker Bell & Cast Celebrate at Secret of the Wings Premiere!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE New York Premiere of Secret of the Wings with voice talent (L to R) Timothy Dalton, Anjelica Huston, Matt Lanter, Raven-Symoné and Mae Whitman October 20, 2012 – New York. Tinker Bell and her sister Periwinkle stepped out onto the red carpet together today at the Disney Digital 3D™ premiere of Secret of the Wings. They were joined by film…
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Condé Nast Traveler Readers Name Disney Cruise Line No. 1 in the 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE CELEBRATION, Florida (October 17, 2012) – Disney Cruise Line was recognized as the No. 1 Cruise Line in the Large-Ship category in the Condé Nast Traveler 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards. Disney Cruise Line pioneered the family market in the cruise industry, providing a unique vacation experience where families can reconnect,…
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Disney Interactive Releases Brand New Gameplay Vignette in Anticipation of “Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two”
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Interactive is pleased to release the first of a series of gameplay vignettes in anticipation of the launch of Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two. This new video features exciting gameplay as game developer Warren Spector discusses Mickey’s magic paint brush and his use of “Paint…
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Ice Castle in Times Square Announces ‘Limited Time Magic’
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE For a Limited Time Only! Disney Parks Rolls Out the Unexpected with Weekly Surprises, Delights for a Little Extra Magic NEW YORK, N.Y. (Oct. 17, 2012) – Guests will find an extra sprinkle of pixie dust each week when they visit Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts next…
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Pete’s Dragon: 35th Anniversary Edition – Blu-Ray Review by Mr. DAPs
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Pete’s Dragon: 35th Anniversary Edition is bringing that big green dragon home to audiences. In Pete’s Dragon, Pete is a young orphan who is wandering aimlessly trying to avoid his abusive adoptive family. With the help of Elliot (his dragon), he finds a new home and new…
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Ambassadors Chosen to Share Walt Disney World Magic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 12, 2012 – Continuing a 47-year tradition created by Walt Disney himself, Walt Disney World Resort has selected two Cast Members to serve in the revered and sought-after role of Ambassadors. In a ceremony held today at Epcot, Tye Arnold and Rich Tamayo received their…
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Marvel’s IRON MAN & HULK: Heroes United Trailer
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Check out Marvel’s Iron Man & Hulk: Heroes United trailer, that debuted at the New York Comic Con SYNOPSIS: This is the ultimate Marvel Animation Studios Super Hero team-up starring iconic Marvel characters, Iron Man and Hulk. Audiences will enjoy an adrenaline rush as they see their favorite…
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Disney Offers Grants for Local Nonprofits
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 8, 2012 – Financial support is now available for eligible local nonprofits through the Disney Helping Kids Shine Grants program, one of many initiatives that seeks to strengthen the Central Florida community and the well-being of children and families. Grants ranging from $10,000 to $75,000…
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Making a Home at Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort; Robust Construction of Luxury Residences Continues as Families Move In
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (October 8, 2012) – Golden Oak, the unique residential home community at Walt Disney World Resort, continues to bustle with construction, with more than a dozen families settling into their dream homes situated just minutes from Magic Kingdom. Construction of the luxury Golden Oak…