High-Tech, Acrobatic Production Brings 'Peter Pan' to New Heights
You may think you know ‘Peter Pan’ well enough by now that nobody can make it seem new to you again. This production will.
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Author: Matt Blum
Matt Blum is Editor-in-Chief of GeekDad. He lives in Northern Virginia with his wife and two kids, all of whom are also geeks. In his day job Matt is a software engineer, and his many geeky interests include science fiction, the Muppets, LEGO, board games, video games, and bacon.
11 Geeky Choices for Independence Day Video Entertainment
It’s Independence Day in the United States of America, so patriotism is in the air. In case you feel that the urge to be patriotic conflicts with your usual urge to be geeky, we’re here to help.
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The Top 5 Reasons Marriage Equality Is a Win for Everyone
The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on Friday was a huge win… for everyone.
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‘Phineas and Ferb’ Ends Tonight – An Interview With the Show’s Creators
‘Phineas and Ferb’ have their “Last Day of Summer” tonight. The show’s creators, Dan Povenmire and Swampy Marsh, had a lot to say about it.
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‘Jurassic World’ Giveaway – Get a $100 Fandango Gift Card and Velociraptor Toys!
Enter to win a terrific ‘Jurassic World’ prize pack worth $129.98!
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LEGO Ideas ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Set Design Revealed
The design for the set of the LEGO Ideas ‘The Big Bang Theory’ release, which was announced last year, has been revealed.
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Kickstarter Alert: LightUp Faraday Kit – Electronics & Coding for Kids Without the Stress
LightUp’s Edison and Tesla kits are amazing – and the Kickstarter for their new Faraday kit is well worth checking out.
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Universal Orlando Resort Is Building Volcano Bay, World’s First “Water Theme Park”
Universal Orlando Resort is getting a brand-new theme park, and it’s going to be wet!
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The Misunderstanding at the Heart of the Vaccine Debate
There’s a fundamental misunderstanding that drives the whole debate over vaccination. It needs to be cleared up, now.
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Remembering Jim Henson a Quarter-Century After His Death
25 years ago today, one of the most creative entertainers in the world lost his life, and far too early.
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WDW’s Downtown Disney to Get Indiana Jones-Themed Restaurant
There’s a new restaurant being planned for Downtown Disney in Orlando, and it looks like it’ll be a must-visit for Indiana Jones fans.
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The First Trailer for the New Muppets TV Show Is Out, and It’s Great
Whet your appetite for the new Muppets TV show, coming to ABC this fall!
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‘Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ Season Finale Tonight – More On-Set Interviews and Photos!
Tonight is the second season finale for ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ – read interviews with cast and crew before you watch! (no spoilers for tonight’s episodes)
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The New Muppets TV Series Is Officially Going to Happen
Cue the Kermit flail!
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As ‘Phineas and Ferb’ Reaches the “Last Day of Summer,” ‘Mikey Murphy’s Law’ is Announced
Yes, it’s true, the long-running Disney XD series is coming to an end next month. But all is not lost: The show’s creators are working on a new project!
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‘Avengers’: James Spader and Paul Bettany on the Movie’s Vision of Ultron
Read what James Spader and Paul Bettany had to say about the latest Marvel cinematic blockbuster!
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Nintendo, Universal Parks & Resorts to Create New Theme Park Attractions
It seems Universal may have found something awesome enough to rival their Harry Potter attractions!
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The Best Birthday Ever: My Visit to the Set of ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’
Read about an epic visit to the set of the show and about tonight’s new episode!
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Jeremy Renner and Cobie Smulders Talk ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ (With Spoilers!)
Read what Jeremy Renner and Cobie Smulders had to say about the latest Marvel cinematic blockbuster! (Warning: Article contains spoilers!)
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7 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ (Spoiler-Free)
Thinking about or already planning to take your kids to see ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron?’ Find out what you should know before you go!
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‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ – A Spoiler-Free Review!
What can you expect from the new Marvel Cinematic Universe movie? Find out here–without spoilers (beyond what’s in the trailers)!
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Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige Talks ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron,’ Plans for the Future
Going to see ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ soon? Already seen it? See what Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige had to say about it and other MCU films.
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Stan Lee Talks About Shaving the World With the Avengers and Gillette (With Awesome Giveaway!)
Gillette and Stark Industries have teamed up to make a set of awesome Avengers-inspired razors. Enter to win one, after you read an interview of Stan Lee himself!
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Joss Whedon Talks About Making ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron,’ His Relationship With Pop Culture
See what director Joss Whedon had to say about the new surefire-blockbuster film!
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‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’: Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Elizabeth Olsen Talk Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch
Marvel Cinematic Universe newcomers Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Elizabeth Olsen discuss the challenges in bringing Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch to life.
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Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth Talk ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron,’ “God-Speak” in the Bedroom
Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth open up about the new ‘Avengers’ movie… and talking like Thor in the bedroom.
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Talking on the Set With the Cast of ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ (Part 1)
Two weeks ago, Matt Blum got to visit the set of ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ and talk with some of the cast. Find out some of the details in this first part of the coverage of that event.
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5 Things Parents Should Know About Disneynature’s ‘Monkey Kingdom’
The new Disneynature film is out today, and it’s all about monkeys! Find out what you should know before bringing your kids.
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Disneynature’s ‘Monkey Kingdom’ – You’ll Laugh, You’ll Cry! (It’s Better Than ‘Bears’)
‘Monkey Kingdom’ is interesting, beautiful, and sometimes laugh-out-loud funny; what more could you ask for from a G-rated nature film?
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New ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ Video Features Joss Whedon, Behind-the-Scenes Awesomeness
There’s a new “featurette” from Marvel for ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron,’ their eagerly-anticipated next movie, opening May 1. In addition to some cool behind-the-scenes footage you probably haven’t seen before, it has a few snippets of interviews with some of the cast, and, awesomely, with director Joss Whedon.
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