Apr 13, 2015 | Special Events
Fans invited to event to honor Kevin Hart and his 3rd sell-out show at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, April 18th
What:
Mohegan Sun is proud to announce that the next Arena Walk of Fame inductee will be none other than one of the best and hardest working comedians in the world, Kevin Hart. A performer that Billboard Magazine recently stated, “may be embarking on the biggest comedy tour of all time,” will become the first comedian ever to headline a stadium at Lincoln Financial Field. Hart, who was awarded the “Comedy Genius Award” at last night’s 2015 MTV Movie Awards, also stars in the new hit film Get Hard with Will Ferrell and has countless other TV and film credits including BET’s Real Husbands of Hollywood. Mohegan Sun Arena is more than honored to present the comedy superstar with a much deserved Walk of Fame star at 4:00pm prior to his stand-up show that evening, April 18th.
Media and public invited to attend the induction ceremony.
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, April 18th at 4:00pm
Mohegan Sun Arena Box Office Forecourt
WHO:
Mohegan Tribal Chairman, Kevin “Red Eagle” Brown
Tom Cantone, Senior VP of Sports & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun
Kevin Hart
IN DETAIL:
Some of Mohegan Sun Arena’s most memorable performers including Bon Jovi, KISS, Rod Stewart, Toby Keith, Taylor Swift, Frankie Valli, Mötley Crüe and so many more have been honored as Walk of Famers and have stars placed outside of the Box Office. Kevin Hart’s “What Now” tour, scheduled for 8:00pm, marks the comedian’s 3rd sellout at Mohegan Sun Arena and will make him the 29th entertainer inducted into the Walk of Fame. For more info on Kevin’s performance on the evening of April 18th, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment.
The award seeks to recognize those individuals who have made significant contributions to the success of Mohegan Sun as the Northeast’s premier entertainment destination. All of the individuals inducted into the Mohegan Sun Walk of Fame will have their name engraved on a plaque that will be permanently placed at the entrance to Mohegan Sun Arena.
Apr 13, 2015 | Entertainment, General News
UNCASVILLE, CT (Monday, April 13, 2015) – SUBLIME WITH ROME announces their biggest North American tour to date. The group, along with support from Rebelution, Pepper, and Mickey Avalon, will be starting the 30+-date tour on the west coast beginning July 16th in Chula Vista, California. The tour stops in Toronto, New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and more before finishing with two dates at Marymoor Amphitheater in Redmond, Washington on August 29th and 30th. Mohegan Sun welcomes the tour on
Thursday, August 6th for an 7:30pm show.
Tickets are $35.00 and go on sale Monday, April 20th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Tuesday, April 21st subject to availability. Fans will have the option of purchasing exclusive ticket bundles when tickets go on sale to the general public next Monday, April 20th. For further details, visit http://sublimewithrome.com.
Sublime With Rome has recently finished tracking a brand new album that follows their 2011 debut Yours Truly. Long-time producer Paul Leary was once again at the helm. A summer 2015 release is planned with more details and pre-order information to be announced shortly.
The band posted the following statement to fans today:
What’s up everybody! We are excited to announce our tour this summer and its gonna be a big one! We are going coast to coast with our homies Rebelution, Pepper and Mickey Avalon. We will play a lot of new music off our upcoming album along with the classic favorites of the Sublime legacy. This is our biggest tour yet and we wouldn’t want anyone to miss a show! Grab a ticket, and see us on the road this summer and party with us! Meet and greet packages are going to be available but will go fast so bring some stuff to sign and something to smoke and let’s kiiiiick it!
Much love always,
– SWR
Sublime with Rome features original Sublime bassist Eric Wilson, vocalist and guitarist Rome and drummer Josh Freese, who officially joined the band in 2012.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according toBillboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 Arena venues in the world for 2014, regardless of size. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Apr 13, 2015 | Entertainment, General News
UNCASVILLE, CT (April, 13 2015) – Counting Crows are following up their critically-acclaimed seventh album, Somewhere Under Wonderland, with the US leg of their 2015 worldwide tour after the band returns from sold-out shows throughout Europe, Australia, and Canada. The multiplatinum band will begin the domestic run of the Somewhere Under Wonderland tour in Miami, FL on July 30, continuing on through Chicago, New York, Seattle, Los Angeles, and other major cities, before wrapping in Oklahoma City, OK on October 11. Mohegan Sun Arena’s concert is set for Saturday, August 22nd at 7:00pm. Joining as the tour’s special guests will be Citizen Cope, known for his trademark mix of soul, folk, and R&B during his commanding live shows, and Outlaw Road Show favorites Hollis Brown.
Tickets are $39.50 and go on sale Friday, April 17th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, April 18th, subject to availability.
Pre-sale and VIP tickets for the band’s US dates go on sale Wednesday, April 15. For more information, visit countingcrows.com.
“We had a blast last summer playing Somewhere Under Wonderland for US audiences before the record was even released. I cannot wait to finally play all these songs in America now that the album is out,” said Adam Duritz.
Recognized as one of the most dynamic live bands performing today, they will be performing songs from the 2014 Top 10 album, which critics have been claiming as the “band’s best”, as well as their extensive catalog. USA Today called Somewhere Under Wonderland “one of their stronger works,” with Consequence of Sound comparing it to “a colorful and emotionally rich palette of sounds that combines past recording styles, flavors from covers album Underwater Sunshine, and the spontaneous spirit of their live performances.”
About Counting Crows:
Counting Crows – Adam Duritz (vocals), Jim Bogios (drums), David Bryson (guitar), Charlie Gillingham (keyboards), David Immergluck (guitar), Millard Powers (bass) and Dan Vickrey (guitar) – have sold more than 20 million albums worldwide after exploding onto the music scene with their multiplatinum breakout album August and Everything After in 1993. The band released their seventh studio album Somewhere Under Wonderland in September 2014. Known for creating unique and innovative concerts and consistently ranked as one of the top live bands performing today, Counting Crows will continue their world tour throughout 2015.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Apr 13, 2015 | Entertainment
“Must see tour of the year,” heading to Mohegan Sun Arena in June; Billboard’s #1 hot tour of winter 2015
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 13, 2015) – Grammy nominated artist Charlie Wilson exclusively announced on The Ellen DeGeneres Show today the second leg of his Forever Charlie Tour. The tour will continue with special guests Kem and Joe beginning on May 28th in Dallas, Texas. Mohegan Sun Arena will host the R&B star for a 7:00pm concert, set for Saturday, June 6th.
Tickets are $75.00 and $55.00 and go on sale Friday, 17th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, April 18thth subject to availability.
Subscribers to Charlie’s newsletter will receive access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, April 14th for all tour dates except Indianapolis, IN. To sign up for the official Charlie Wilson newsletter visit www.charliewilsonmusic.com.
American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Wednesday, April 15th at 10:00am local time through Thursday, April 16th at 10:00pm local time.
“It has been an exciting time and I am having the best time of my life with Kem and Joe,” stated Wilson. “We are packing arenas around the country and bringing people great music and an unforgettable show. We’re having a party every night.”
Critically acclaimed across the country, the first leg of the tour kicked off in Cleveland on February 12 and finished in Las Vegas on March 28. The tour followed in support of Wilson’s January 27 release of his new album Forever Charlie available now on iTunes and Amazon.
“With the first 28 shows being so successful we are looking forward to adding these additional 16 shows for Charlie and carrying the momentum to even more cities,” commented Michael Paran, CEO and President of P Music Group, Wilson’s management and tour producer. “Charlie is at the top of his game and this show is one of the best out in years in terms of quality and production value giving the fans their money’s worth every night.”
Wilson has received nine Grammy nominations and multiple awards throughout his career. He has had eight #1 records that topped the Billboard Urban Adult Contemporary radio chart, “Without You,” “Charlie, Last Name Wilson,” Magic,” “There Goes My Baby,” “Can’t Live Without You,” “You Are,” “Life of the Party” and “My Love Is All I Have.”
Recent TV performances include; The BET Honors (2\23), The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2\24), Jimmy Kimmel Live! (3\26), The iHeartRadio Music Awards (3\29) and The Ellen DeGeneres Show (4\1). Charlie Wilson sits down with Steve Harvey on The Steve Harvey Show (4\10).
“AEG Live is proud to be in business with Charlie Wilson and Michael Paran,” states Jeff Sharp of AEG Live. “This tour is a combination of elite artists who come every night to give the audience a great show.”
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 Arena venues in the world for 2014, regardless of size. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Apr 9, 2015 | Food & Beverage
Treat your Mother to exclusive dining and shopping specials on May 10th
UNCASVILLE, CT (April 9, 2015) – Treat Mom to something special this Mother’s Day. On Sunday, May 10th, Mohegan Sun will offer several dining and shopping specials, perfect for any Mom.
Todd English’s Tuscany will be hosting a Mother’s Day 4 course tasting menu. The specialty dinner will feature a deluxe menu including a wedge salad, lemon risotto, fennel dusted scallops with asparagus and crispy mushrooms and a grilled petite filet with silk potatoes and broccolini in a veal glace. Finish off the meal with a strawberry ricotta cheesecake for dessert. The dinner is $60.00 per person or $90.00 per person with a wine pairing.
BALLO Italian Restaurant will offer two special dinners in addition to their full menu for Mother’s Day. Enjoy twin 6 oz. lobster tails, corn, sopressata, cherry tomatoes and spinach for $48.00 or a braised lamb shank with spring pea risotto for $42.00.
On Mother’s Day Hash House A Go Go will feature “Mom-approved” selections including Margie’s famous crab cake benedict, Stella’s favorite strawberry frosted flake pancake and Sally’s Wild Child sausage waffle.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will be opening at 1:00pm on Mother’s Day and will also give Moms something special to take away all day long.
If Mom is in the mood for something sweet, treat her to a special Mother’s Day ice cream cake from Ben & Jerry’s. Prices start at $18.99 and all cakes require a 48 hour notice.
After dinner, bring Mom to The Shops at Mohegan Sun to take advantage of all the shopping specials. Landau will be offering select pieces of jewelry for just $19.95. Bare Minerals will pamper your Mom with a complimentary in-store make-up application or skincare consultation as well as $10.00 off a purchase of $60.00 or more and deluxe sample bags. Stop by Galina’s for a $10.00 discount with any John Mederios Jewelry Collection purchase of $75.00 or more. Don’t forget Trailblazer; treat your Mom to a new watch, wallet or handbag just in time for spring. Round out this perfect Mother’s Day at Robert Graham where you receive a complimentary gift with your purchase of $250.00 or more.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
