Jun 11, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Live in the Arena October 5th; Tickets on sale June 15th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 11, 2018) – Global Hip-Hop icons Nicki Minaj and Future announce they’ll be hitting the road together for the first time on their NickiHndrxx tour today.
The NickiHndrxx tour will be a can’t miss outing for fans of the hitmakers who dominate the modern Hip-Hop and mainstream charts. The multi-award winning artists are also known for their high energy performances of their chart-topping hits. Together, they are bound to bring the heat to the stage for an unforgettable night on this massive joint tour. The extensive outing will touch down in 50 cities across North America (produced by Live Nation) and Europe, kicking off September 21st in Baltimore, MD. It will include stops in major markets at iconic venues throughout Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, Munich, Paris, London and more. The NickiHndrxx tour comes to Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, October 5th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $156.00, $136.00, $106.00 and $86.00 and go on sale Friday, June 15th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 16th, subject to availability.
Upholding an unbreakable hot streak, Future just executive produced and curated the Superfly official soundtrack album in addition to co-producing the film. The Atlanta Hip-Hop luminary and trendsetter is readying more new music for release very soon.
Minaj is set to release her anxiously awaited fourth full-length studio album Queen on August 10th.
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. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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.
Jun 11, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Performing in the Uncas Ballroom October 6th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 11, 2018) – Comedian Tracy Morgan brings a hilarious act to Mohegan Sun on Saturday, October 6th. Performing in the Uncas Ballroom and presented by Comix, the show will begin at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $49.00 and $39.00 and go on sale Friday, June 15th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 16th, subject to availability.
Tracy Morgan is one of the most respected comedians in his field. Starring for seven seasons on NBC’s Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning 30 Rock, Morgan appeared opposite Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin as “Tracy Jordan,” the unpredictable star of Lemon’s (Fey) hit variety show TGS with Tracy Jordan. At the beginning of 2016, he headlined a nationwide stand-up tour titled Picking Up the Pieces which culminated in his newest stand-up special Staying Alive now streaming globally on Netflix. Morgan is also currently starring in and executive producing his TBS show The Last O.G., which has been renewed for a 2nd season. Additionally, Morgan recently received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the 2016 class.
About Comix Mohegan Sun
Comix Mohegan Sun is an independently-owned and operated venue located inside one of the largest, most spectacular travel destinations in the United States. Open every Wednesday through Sunday and serving happy hour until 6:30 p.m., Comix Comedy Club showcases national headliners, superb regional and local talent and offbeat shows; all on a stage built for comedy. Comix Craft Beer Bar & Grill offers 24 local, regional and national craft beers on tap, an excellent bourbon whiskey program, complemented by a full cocktail list and great bar food menu. Comix is the perfect venue for private parties, special events and fundraisers and the place for fans to cheer on their teams on the big screen. Comix also presents the superstars of comedy in the Mohegan Sun Arena and Uncas Ballroom. For hours and more info, call 860-862-7000 or visit ComixMoheganSun.com, facebook.com/ComixMoheganSun & @ComixMoheganSun.
Jun 11, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Tickets for Derek Hough: Live! The Tour go on sale June 15th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 11, 2018) – Following the sold-out successes of the Move Live on Tour and Move – Beyond – Live on Tour acclaimed shows, including multiple sellouts at large prestigious venues such as Radio City Music Hall, DEREK HOUGH returns with a monumental experience for 2019 – DEREK HOUGH: LIVE! THE TOUR. From the EMMY® award-winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show is the first-ever solo tour for the dynamo. Derek stopped by the TODAY Show this morning to make his nationwide announcement, giving eager fans a taste of the high-energy choreography expected from the tour. The show features brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek’s magnetic stage presence. Fans will journey through a true fusion of dance and music, as Derek explores styles ranging from ballroom and tap, to salsa and hop-hop and everything in between. Creative team and two-time EMMY® winners Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo, also known as NappyTabs (Jennifer Lopez’s ‘All I Have’ Residency; Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour; GRAMMYs® creative direction), will co-create, direct and supervise choreography for the tour. DEREK HOUGH: LIVE! THE TOUR kicks off Friday, April 5, 2019 in Charlotte, NC and continues through Atlanta, Boston, New York, Denver, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Memphis and more before concluding in Reading, PA on Saturday, June 15, 2019. The tour is set to hit Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $39.00, $29.00 and $19.00 and go on sale Friday, June 15th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 16th, subject to availability.
For up-to-date information and to purchase tickets, please visit derekhough.com.
ABOUT DEREK HOUGH
Emmy Award-winning and New York Times best-selling author Derek Hough, the only six-time champion in franchise history of the hit ABC show Dancing with the Stars, started dancing in his hometown of Salt Lake City, UT, at age 11. Just one year later, he moved to London to live and train with the top dance coaches in the world and attend the prestigious Italia Conti performing arts school where he studied theatre, music and dance.
A multi-talented entertainer, two-time Emmy Award-winner and none-time nominee for “Best Choreography,” Hough has also appeared in film, television and stage projects as an actor. He made his feature film debut for director Duane Adler and producer Robert Cort in the feature film Make Your Move and has a recurring role on the ABC series Nashville. His stage performances include Radio City Music Hall’s Spring Spectacular costarring alongside the Tony Award-winning Laura Benanti and the critically-acclaimed production of Footloose, which he starred as the male lead in London’s West End. In December of 2016, Hough starred with Jennifer Hudson, Ariana Grande, Martin Short and Harvey Fierstein in NBC’s Hairspray Live!
In May of 2017, Hough joined Jennifer Lopez and Ne-Yo at the judges table for the NBC series World of Dance. World of Dance, which launched as the highest-rated summer show in over ten years, is an unparalleled dance competition that featured solo artists competing against duos and crews in all genres of dance, including hip hop, tap, ballet, break dancing, ballroom and more competing for a million dollar prize.
Hough can also add best-selling author to his list of credits. His memoir Taking the Lead; Lessons from a Life in Motion hit stands in August of 2014 and rapidly was named to the prestigious New York Times Best-Seller list during two non-consecutive time periods. In 2014 Hough and his sister Julianne teamed for a live stage dance concert MOVE Live on Tour performing in 50 cities around the country, then in 2015 they toured again selling out scores of venues on their 47-city outing. In 2017 they again performed a sold-out tour of 48 cities around the United States with their show Move – Beyond – Live on Tour.
With celebrity partners on Dancing with the Stars that have included Brooke Burke, Jennie Garth, Ricki Lake, Maria Menounos Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, Kellie Pickler, Amber Riley, Amy Purdy and Bindi Irwin, Hough is best known for his innovation and daring choreography on the show. Hough is the winningest professional dancer with six Mirror Ball Trophies. His work has brought him Emmy nominations and inquiries from the film and music world regarding his dance knowledge and ability.
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. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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.
Jun 6, 2018 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Travel & Leisure
Innovative online show that pulled back the curtain giving viewers a glimpse behind the scenes at the hospitality and entertainment industry, wins national awards
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 6, 2018) – Launched in September of 2017 at the Tribeca Film Festival, and now reaching over half-a-million views, the original online series, Back of House, has been honored with two Telly Awards, for outstanding Branded Content and Cinematography.
Since 1979, Telly Awards have recognized the best work in TV and Video and have honored BackofHouse.TV with the following:
“We set out to showcase how we create good times for every guest on every visit. Back of House is informative and entertaining in part because our employees have inspiring personalities that are equally as impressive as our resort amenities. To be
recognized by the Telly Awards is something we can all be proud of on many levels,” said George Galinsky, Senior Vice President of Marketing Communications, Mohegan Sun.
Award-winning Production studio, Primal-NY, co-created Back of House with Mohegan Sun and the award-winning TV consulting firm, Fact & Fiction, was used to execute their vision for the show. The series follows a group of fun employees at one of the largest casino resort destinations in the world and welcomes viewers in to witness how everything gets done when 20,000 visitors are arriving every day. The original trailer for the the series currently has over 675,000 views and the show itself has eclipsed 500,000 views on Mohegan Sun’s YouTube and Facebook pages. The series generated a 54% increase in total subscribers to Mohegan Sun’s YouTube channel, where viewers have watched nearly 7,000 hours of series-related content, 80% of which were on mobile devices.
Season one took viewers along for a ride as employee cast members pulled everything together for Dj Khaled’s impromptu appearance in Avalon Night Club, Kenny Chesney’s induction into the Walk of Fame, and The Bachelorette’s Rachel Lindsay’s special appearance in the Shops at Mohegan Sun. Because the show runs in all hotel rooms at Mohegan Sun, the employee cast & crew are now being recognized across the resort.
These moments have resonated with viewers, who don’t often get to see the back offices, prep kitchens and rehearsal stages at a destination of this size and scope. Among the thousands of comments generated online about the show:
“It’s great when you enjoy your work, keep it up,” – Mixx P. on Facebook
“I was there that day!” – David S. on Facebook
“Ah, man, I’d love that job!” –Nicole H. on Facebook
“In a media environment where an infinite amount of content is always at our fingertips, it’s important for brands to find new and creative ways to engage with their guests. Creating the Back of House original series started a new dialogue with both our frequent loyal guests, as well as many who may not have previously been familiar with Mohegan Sun,” said Michelle Williams, Director of Social Media at Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment.
Season two of Back Of House will feature new faces and is set to premier this August when the first two episodes go live on www.backofhouse.TV. In September, six more episodes will be added.
ABOUT THE TELLY AWARDS: The Telly Awards is the premier award honoring video and television across all screens. Established in 1979, The Telly Awards receives over 12,000 entries from all 50 states and 5 continents. Entrants are judged by The Telly Awards Judging Council—an industry body of over 200 leading experts including advertising agencies, production companies, and major television networks, reflective of the multiscreen industry The Telly Awards celebrates. Partners of The Telly Awards include NAB, StudioDaily, Stash Magazine, and Digiday.
ABOUT PRIMAL NY: Primal NY is a full-service production studio that specializes in digital strategy, brand discovery, content creation and distribution. Primal positions clients in ideal Digital, TV and Film scenarios to ensure optimization of content. Based in New York City, the award-winning team of diverse filmmakers has experience across many industries including fashion, entertainment, sport, music, hospitality, gaming and motion pictures. Primal enters relationships where opportunities exist to develop original content that enhances a client’s brand identity by finding unique ways to tell their story. For more information, visit primal-ny.com.
ABOUT FACT & FRICTION: With offices in New York, Toronto and Manchester, and the credentials of: Undercover Boss & Next Top Model as well as working with the likes of Sharon Osbourne, Tyra Banks, Jay-Z, Jenny Jones and Rihanna, Fact & Friction is a TV development consulting firm, led by showrunner, Ron Carroll. Their work extends throughout the US, Canada and U.K. and were recognized with the “Best Reality Series” Screen Award from the Academy of Cinema & Television, for launching Canada’s Next Top Model and are MipCom 2017 winners of the Diversity Award for Unscripted programming for the follow-doc series “Employable Me.”
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun 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 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, 3 casinos, over 90 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun 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 Twitterand Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jun 5, 2018 | Comedy, Entertainment, General News
Tickets go on sale Friday, June 8th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 5, 2018) – Stand-up legend and one of the most successful comedians of all-time Jeff Foxworthy returns to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, September 1st. Get ready to laugh when Foxworthy brings a night of hilarious stand-up comedy beginning at 8:00pm!
Tickets are $49.00, $39.00 and $29.00 and go on sale Friday, June 8th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 9th, subject to availability.
Jeff Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country. He is the largest selling comedy-recording artist in history, a multiple Grammy Award nominee and best-selling author of more than 26 books. Widely known for his redneck jokes, his act goes well beyond that to explore the humor in everyday family interactions and human nature, a style that has been compared to Mark Twain’s.
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. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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.
Jun 5, 2018 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
An exclusive night for the ladies on August 3rd
WHAT: Girlfriend’s Night Out hosted by Jessie James Decker inside Mohegan Sun’s Earth Ballroom.
WHEN / WHERE:
Friday, August 3rd
8:00pm – 11:00pm
Earth Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Grab your BFFs and head to Mohegan Sun for Girlfriend’s Night Out hosted by Jessie James Decker! Singer, mom and entrepreneur Jessie James Decker hosts an intimate night in the Earth Ballroom where guests will have the opportunity to ask Jessie questions as well as enjoy some of her favorite songs during an acoustic performance.
Tickets for this 21+ event are $75.00 and $50.00 and are on sale now through Ticketmaster.com and available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. The $75.00 VIP ticket includes entrance for one person seated in the VIP GA section and a gift bag containing Jessie’s Southern Girl City Lights CD, $15.00 of Free Slot Play and a wristband for free cover at Avalon.
Make the whole night about you and your BFF with a special Girlfriend’s Night Out hotel package. For $799.99, enjoy an overnight stay in Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel, two VIP GA tickets to Girlfriend’s Night Out inside the Earth Ballroom, access to the meet & greet, and two gift bags containing Jessie’s Southern Girl City Lights CD, $25.00 of Free Slot Play, Kittenish merchandise and wristbands for free cover at Avalon! To learn more about this special package, please call us at 1.888.777.7922 or visit our website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun 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, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
