Tag: Magic
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Disney Closing Virtual World Games
Disney Closing Virtual World Games Come September 19, Disney Interactive Media Group will be closing Toontown Online, Pirates of the Caribbean Online, and Pixie Hollow. Toontown Online was named 2003’s MMORPG of the year. It also earned a Parent’s Choice Foundation award. Times have changed though and these games have run their course. Though initially fairly successful,…
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Thor Coming to Disneyland This Fall!
The Disney Parks Blog announced this morning that Thor will be coming to Disneyland to meet with guests. This comes as his next movie, Thor: The Dark World will be coming to IMAX 3D on October 30 and general movie theaters on November 8, 2013. Those who want to meet other Marvel characters might consider…
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Epilepsy Awareness Day Disneyland Resort Brings Epilepsy Out of the Shadows
(Anaheim, CA – August 16, 2013) On November 7th, thousands of people from across the county are expected to attend the first ever medical awareness event at any Disney park as local and national non-profit groups work together to present Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disneyland. The goal of this event is to bring epilepsy out of the shadows by…
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Thor: The Dark World Gets IMAX 3D Treatment
This morning Marvel announced that Thor: The Dark World will be digitally re-mastered and released on IMAX 3D theaters on October 30, 2013. The movie will mark the third outing for Chris Hemsworth as Thor after first appearing in Thor in 2011 and then Marvel’s The Avengers in 2013. Natalie Portman, Anthony Hopkins, and Tom…
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Long Lost Friends Limited Time Magic is Back! Here’s What You Need to Know.
Today marked the return of Long Lost Friends to the Disneyland Resort as a part of Limited Time Magic. They can be found at the Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree daily for this week only (August 19-25, 2013). This celebration of Long Lost Friends has some returning characters, along with some other lost friends. Here is…
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The Muppet Movie Original Soundtrack Recording
The Muppet Movie: Nearly 35th Anniversary Edition is now available on Blu-Ray Disc for the first time. Moving right along with it is the soundtrack! This album captures the spirit and music from The Muppet Movie and brings it to your computer, car, iPod, or whatever fancy device that is used to listen to music…
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Starbucks Coming to Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort
Starbucks will be coming to Downtown Disney this winter in not one, but two locations. This morning it was announced on the Disney Parks Blog that Starbucks will be continue to expand its presence at the Disneyland Resort. A year from now guests will be able to find Starbucks in Disney California Adventure, Disneyland (opening…
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Fall Into Savings with Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Offers
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — It’s a great time to stay at the Walt Disney Resort, where great rates and special offers are available throughout the fall. Guests who purchase a non-discounted six night/seven day Magic Your Way package at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels will receive a free dining plan for use during travel…
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Step in Time! – Mary Poppins Coming to Blu-Ray in December!
Mary Poppins will be released on Blu-Ray Combo Pack on December 10, 2013. In celebration of this, a trailer has been released to the internet for fans of the nanny who is “practically perfect in every way.” Step in Time What do you think of this trailer? Will you get the Mary Poppins Blu-Ray Combo…
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DuckTales Remastered – Woohoo!
Ever since I heard the news that the 1989 DuckTales video game by CAPCOM was getting remastered and rereleased, I got excited. Like, child-like glee excited. The NES remains to this day as some of my favorite video game experiences, with the N64 coming in a close second. I’m with those people who think…
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The Muppet Movie: Nearly 35th Anniversary Edition – Blu-Ray Review by Mr. DAPs
The Muppet Movie: Nearly 35th Anniversary Edition Nearly 35 years ago Kermit and the gang made their foray onto the big screen in The Muppet Movie. This is the movie that shares the story of how The Muppets originally came together and journeyed to Hollywood. It is a movie about dreaming, friendship, and perseverance.…
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Queen Amidala Wins Big at D23 Expo Costume Contest – Photos
Yesterday, guests visiting the D23 Expo had the opportunity to strut their stuff on the runway in their home-made costumes for the D23 Heroes and Villains à la Mode Costume Contest. They were judged in five categories: best original design, best recreation, best craftsmanship, best young fan, and best in show. The D23 Expo Costume Contest Winners:…
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Disney Unveils Special Details of Live Action Slate at D23 Expo
DISNEY SHOWCASES ITS LIVE ACTION SLATE WITH EXCLUSIVE DETAILS ESPECIALLY FOR FANS AT D23 EXPO STARS AND FILMMAKERS OF UPCOMING DISNEY AND MARVEL STUDIOS FILMS FEATURED AT TODAY’S LIVE ACTION EVENT BURBANK, Calif. (Aug. 10, 2013) — Disney and Marvel Studios revealed exclusive details about their upcoming live action film slates this morning at the D23…
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Monsters University Marching Home
Rush to get Digital HD and Digital HD 3D Versions Available for Purchase October 8, 2013 Celebrate MU’s Homecoming on Blu-ray, DVD and On-Demand on October 29, 2013. Burbank, Calif., August 8, 2013 – This Fall, Disney•Pixar celebrates homecoming with the release of “Monsters University” on Digital HD and Digital HD 3D on October 8,…
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D23 Unveils Details About Upcoming Disney Animated Movies
THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS SHARES NEVER-BEFORE-REVEALED DETAILS ABOUT UPCOMING ANIMATION TITLES WITH FANS AT D23 EXPO Three Animation Studios Come Together to Showcase Extraordinary New Music, Voice Cast Announcements, Behind-the-Scenes Stories and Sneak Peeks of Future Big- and Small-Screen Adventures BURBANK, Calif. (Aug. 9, 2013) — The Walt Disney Studios unveiled new details about its…
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MARVEL’S AVENGERS ASSEMBLE – The Biggest Heroes. The Biggest Threats. The Biggest Stakes!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hK5VoEOlIMA&feature=youtu.be The Biggest Heroes. The Biggest Threats. The Biggest Stakes! It’s the most anticipated new animated series to launch this year and this Sunday, Marvel’s Avengers Assemble takes Marvel’s most iconic Super Heroes – Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk, Hawkeye, Black Widow & Falcon on another action packed mission like no other! Tasked with…
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DAPs Magic at D23 Expo!
The D23 Expo is just a few short hours away and Disney fans from around the globe are descending on Anaheim to come to the ultimate Disney fan event. DAPs Magic will be providing coverage of the D23 Event live throughout the entire weekend. There will be several ways you can follow the coverage. DAPs…
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Special Screening of MARVEL’S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. at D23 Expo 2013
THE ABC TELEVISION NETWORK & MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK PRESENTS A SPECIAL SCREENING OF MARVEL’S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. AT D23 EXPO 2013 Executive Producer Jeph Loeb hosts viewing event of the upcoming action-packed drama on August 11 in the D23 Expo Arena BURBANK, Calif. – August 6, 2013 – Guests at the D23 Expo will be…
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18th Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival by the Numbers
1.5 Million Tasty Festival Treats in 46 Delicious Days= 1 Fab Foodie Festival at Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Walt Disney World guests can sip new wines, beers and cocktails, taste flavors from around the globe and eat to the beat of live entertainment at the 18th annual Epcot International Food &…
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Sleeping Beauty and Jungle Book Get Diamond Treatment in 2014!
TWO ANIMATED CLASSICS AWAKEN TO SPECTACULAR NEW LIFE IN 2014… THE JUNGLE BOOK & SLEEPING BEAUTY AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER AS PART OF DISNEY’S PRESTIGIOUS BLU-RAY™ DIAMOND EDITION COLLECTION Burbank, Calif., August 2, 2013 – The Walt Disney Studios is pleased to announce the addition of animated classics THE JUNGLE BOOK and SLEEPING BEAUTY to its prestigious Blu-ray™ Diamond…
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Sail Away to a Magical Winter Holiday with Disney Cruise Line
CELEBRATION, Fla. – This holiday season, give a gift that’s both nautical and nice: a cruise on the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy, all decked to the “raft-ers” with holiday cheer. Starting early November, Disney Cruise Line adds sparkle to each ship, with traditional “turkey day” fanfare, Christmas feasts, “snow flurries”…
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New Entertainment Coming to Tokyo Disney
Starting next year, Tokyo Disney will be offering some new entertainment to those who travel there. Things will all start off in 2014 when Once Upon a Time comes to Tokyo Disneyland Park. This nighttime show will utilize the technology similar to what is currently seen in Disney Dreams at Disneyland Paris to feature the…
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The Walt Disney Studios Takes Fans Behind the Scenes at Disney’s D23 Expo, August 9-11
BURBANK, Calif. – July 29, 2013 – Exclusively at Disney’s D23 Expo August 9–11 at the Anaheim Convention Center, Disney fans are invited to explore the incredible roster of film, stage, and music projects on the horizon at The Walt Disney Studios, with a variety of panel discussions, sneak peeks, and exhibits. This year the…