Tag: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
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Dark Side Half Marathon and Disney World – DAPsCast Episode 30
It’s just Mr. Daps and Murray this week as they discuss Murray’s recent trip to Walt Disney World. Part of the trip consisted of running the Dark Side Challenge as part of the Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side. He also visited the Flower and Garden Festival and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
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‘Alice Through the Looking Glass’ Preview Headed to Disney Parks
With the theater release of Disney’s Alice Through the Looking Glass right around the corner, Disney Parks guests can look forward to an exclusive 3D preview of the film. Beginning on May 6, both Disney California Adventure Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park will offer a sneak peek. The former Muppers 3D Theater, now named…
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You’re a mean one, Mr. Holmes – Geeks Corner – Episode 529
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there is a lot going on both in front of and behind the camera! The show has undergone some set upgrades that should improve the quality of the show. On this week’s show there is also a lot to discuss and we are joined by Darren to discuss these…
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The Dark Side of the Star Wars Half Marathon
This past weekend Walt Disney World played host to the inaugural Star Wars Half Marathon: The Dark Side. The amazing race was a companion to the Star Wars Half Marathon: The Light Side that is at Disneyland in January. The race always begins in the Expo. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex played host to…
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Ground is Broken for Star Wars Expansions at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Work has officially begun on the Star Wars expansions at both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. The announcement of the official groundbreaking at both resorts was made today via the Disney Parks Blog with an accompanying 360 degree photo. The photo included quite a few Star Wars bonuses that featured BB-8, R2-D2, Storm…
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Mr. DAPs Goes to Walt Disney World – The First 30 Hours
Recently I was able to return to the Walt Disney World Resort for a week long vacation. Caribbean Beach Resort was my home base for this trip that was full of magic and memories. In the coming days, I will be posting photos and memories of my trip. It really was a blast. The first…
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Highlights of the Walt Disney Company Shareholder Meeting
This week executives and shareholders of all ages gathered together in Chicago, Illinois for The Walt Disney Company’s annual shareholder meeting. This meeting is known for being a mix of magic and mayhem as news is shared about the company and then shareholders are allowed to ask questions. This year was no exception to either. Some…
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“Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show” to Close at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park
As the reality of a Star Wars and a Toy Story themed land becomes clearer at the Walt Disney World Resort, we too must say goodbye to a few current entertainment offerings. The popular show, Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show, as well as “nearby locations around Streets of America” will closing in the coming months at Disney’s…
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2015 Disney Stories Countdown #1 – A Year of Star Wars
You may be thinking “Isn’t Force Awakens the biggest story of the year?” Well, not quite. The movie was highly anticipated and had a lot throughout the year. But, the box office results are too recent to be the biggest story. Yet, Star Wars has proven itself bigger than just Force Awakens. There are several…
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Year of Star Wars & Our Picks of 2015 – DAPsCast Episode 27
Mr. Daps, Murray, Annie, Danie, and Mikey talk all about Star Wars and its presence throughout 2015. Included in this is Star Wars Celebration, which was in Anaheim. Thoughts on Force Awakens is talked about (with some spoilers so be warned). Also brought up is Season of the Force which is at Disneyland and Disney’s…
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Reviews of Two New Dining Experiences at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World keeps expanding their menu, so to speak, with great dining experiences throughout the resort. Earlier this month I got to experience two of them in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs: Sci-Fi Dine In’s new breakfast dining and Morimoto Asia. Sci-Fi Dine In At any time of day, this restaurant has been…
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New Star Wars Experience Launching this December at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Opening on December 1 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is that of a brand new Star Wars experience. Disney Parks Blog made the announcement on Monday of the new and exciting things coming our way. Very similar to the Season of the Force at the Disneyland Resort, this experience will feature the Star Wars Launch Bay.…
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The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Set to Dazzle for One Last Season
With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to plan your Disney Parks visit. One thing to keep in mind is The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This fun display located in the Walt Disney World Resort, brings to life the joy of lights and music. As noted on Friday on…
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Star Wars Land, D23 Expo, Jenny Rae – Geeks Corner – Episode 446
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week we have Jenny Rae as a special guest from Jenny Rae TV! She joins us to geek out about Star Wars Land and the rest of the D23 Expo. There is a LOT to chat about and Jenny Rae is a phenomenal guest. Here are links to what was…
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Star Wars, Avatar, Toy Story, and Iron Man coming to Disney Parks and Resorts!
Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts, shared about the past, present, and future of the Disney Parks and Resorts during a panel yesterday. The panel started off with a beautiful video featuring the magic of Disney in its Parks and Resorts. Chapek than shared about all of the new offerings at the Disneyland…
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The Force is Strong with Disney… – Geeks Corner – Episode 441
There is a LOT going on in the world of The Walt Disney Company this week to cover on Geeks Corner. Things get started with Shanghai Disney (https://www.dapsmagic.com/2015/07/14/shanghai-disneyland-details-unveiled/). Disney CEO Bob Iger announced many features of this new Disney Theme Park and it’s time to geek out about it. The new Disney Legends Inductees were…
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The Final Days of The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Animation. It is what has defined Walt Disney to so many people, myself included. So, when I heard the news that The Magic of Disney Animation attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios here in Orlando was closing down, my heart sank. I can remember when I was young, our family would take the tour of the…
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Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Making a Difference This Year With Star Wars: Force for Change
Star Wars: Force for Change is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort for Star Wars Weekends this year. In an announcement on the Disney Parks Blog, the various options for supporting Star Wars: Force for Change for change were revealed. They include both Star Wars: The Force Awakens T-shirts and pins…
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“Frozen” Summer Fun LIVE Returning to Disney's Hollywood Studios This Summer
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is ready to have another great summer. Returning again will be that of “Frozen” Summer Fun LIVE. Here guests will be able to see some of their favorite “Frozen” Disney characters as well as exciting entertainment for the whole family. This offering will be a part of the “Coolest Summer Ever” at the Walt…
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What’s in a Name? – Geeks Corner – Episode 424
Welcome to this week’s Geeks Corner! It also happens to be St. Patrick’s Day so happy belated St. Patrick’s Day to you (obviously by the time the episode goes live the day will be over)! There is a ton going on so let’s get right to it. Here is a look at what is being covered…
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New Name on the Horizon for Disney's Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort
Yesterday during the Q&A portion of the Walt Disney Company’s Shareholder Meeting, Disney CEO Bob Iger appeared to accidentally announce that Disney’s Hollywood Studios is getting another name change. This came after a question about a potential name change from a 6-year old child. “It’s not announced. We used to be MGM Studios, we changed…
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Meet Doc McStuffins This Summer at Disney's Hollywood Studios
The Doc is in! Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort, the lovable character of Doc McStuffins will be visiting guests this summer. Right next to “Disney Junior – Live on Stage!” will be a brand new meet and greet area for Doc at the Animation Courtyard. Disney Parks Blog noted that the inspired playhouse…
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Trolley Car Café Now Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This week, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park opened the newest Starbucks location at the Walt Disney World. The Trolley Car Café has been themed into a classic trolley station with an early Hollywood feel. Disney Parks Blog has shared photos from the ribbon cutting ceremony and the café itself. Inside, Starbucks beverages will be sold as…