Dec 27, 2011 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Northeast’s premier entertainment destination transforms into a tropical paradise this January
UNCASVILLE, CT – There’s no need to hop a seaplane or go aboard a ferry to island hop this winter. Just head over to 
Mohegan Sun this January for a special weekend of island hopping fun under the Sun!
On Saturday, January 14th, escape the winter blues with Mohegan Sun’s Island Hop party- where the 130,000 square-foot Shops concourse will be transformed into a tropical paradise complete with a tiki bar, steel drummers, Island Oasis signature drinks, a live DJ and more. Food, drink and retail specials will also be featured at a number of restaurants and retailers throughout the property including Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Jasper White’s Summer Shack and Tommy Bahama, among several others.
As part of Island Hop at Mohegan Sun, guests will receive their very own Mohegan Sun “passport.” Each time a guest ‘island hops’ at any of the participating retailers or restaurants, they will receive a stamp. Once they collect at least three stamps, they can enter to win an eight day (seven night) Celebrity Cruise! The prize, valued at over $4,000, includes balcony cabin accommodations, all meals, entertainment, taxes and tips.
The winner will be chosen on January 14th at 11:15pm at the DJ stage in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. One entry per person. Must be present to enter; need not be present to win. All participants must also be Player’s Club card holders and at least 21 years of age.
For a complete list of participating restaurants and retailers, or for more information on Island Hop at Mohegan Sun, please visit mohegansun.com/playing.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
Dec 21, 2011 | Entertainment
Aspiring comedians from all across New England to compete for coveted title
One of the best stand-up comedy competitions in New England returns to The Cabaret Theatre at Mohegan Sun in 2012. Treehouse Comedy Productions and Mohegan Sun are proud to announce “The Funniest Comic in New England Contest,” which officially kicks off on Friday, February 17th when forty of New England’s funniest will compete for the title.
The Preliminary Rounds
Feb. 17th at 8:00pm – Newcomers Division – 20 comics compete, tickets $19.50 per person
10:15pm – Pro Division – 20 comics compete, tickets $20.00 per person
The Quarter Finals
Feb. 18th at 8:00pm – Pro Division – 12 comics compete, tickets $20.00 per person
10:15pm – Newcomers – 15 comics compete, tickets $19.50 per person
The Semi-Finals
Feb. 24th 8:00pm – Pro Division – 8 comics compete, tickets $22.00 per person
10:15pm – Newcomers Division – 10 comics compete, tickets $19.50 per person
The Finals
Feb 25th 8:00pm – Pro Division – 4 comics compete, tickets $27.50 per person
10:15pm – Newcomers Division – 5 comics compete, tickets $22.00 per person
For tickets please go to Ticketmaster.com, the Mohegan Sun Box Office or call 1.800.745.3000. For additional information on the “Funniest Comic in New England Contest” you can go to TreehouseComedy.com and click on Comedy Competition.
Comedy club operators and affiliates include: Catch A Rising Star in Providence, Rhode Island, Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Vault in Boston, Massachusetts, Headliners in New Hampshire and a Vermont affiliate is soon to be announced. Last year, upwards of $9,500 in cash & prizes were given to the winners. Two auditions have already been completed and additional auditions are being held now at the Ramada Inn in Stratford on December 29th and January 7th, 14th and also at Catch a Rising Star on January 11th and 18th, with more audition dates to be announced. Comics can request auditions by clicking the “contest” button on TreehouseComedy.com and follow the prompts. Audition DVDs can also be mailed to the Treehouse business office.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 4th best venue by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” 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.
Dec 14, 2011 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Internationally acclaimed Celtic Woman returns to Mohegan Sun Arena on March 18th
In support of their latest CD and DVD release Believe, Celtic Woman brings their 60 city North American Tour to Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, March 18th at 7:00pm.
Tickets are $50.00 and $40.00 and go on sale Friday, December 16th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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, December 17th, subject to availability.
Since their March 2005 American debut on Public Television, Celtic Woman quickly emerged as a spectacular commercial success, selling more than six million CDs/DVDs and over two million concert tickets worldwide. Their genre-defining, multi-platinum selling projects have each held #1 positions on the Billboard World Music charts including Celtic Woman (2005), A Christmas Celebration (2006), A New Journey (2007), The Greatest Journey (2008) and Songs From The Heart (2010).
Celtic Woman’s breathtaking new show, Believe, features the all-female singing sensation performing classic Irish tunes, such as “The Water Is Wide,” “Green Grow the Rushes,” “A Woman’s Heart” and “The Parting Glass.” Timeless Pop anthems such as “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Sailing” and inspirational songs including “You’ll Never Walk Alone” and “Ave Maria,” with their signature Celtic Woman twist, under the distinct musical direction of Emmy-nominated music producer, David Downes. Celtic Woman’s awe-inspiring vocalists and mesmerizing violinist will be backed by a dazzling six-piece band, the Aontas Choir and a renowned championship Irish dancer.
Celtic Woman’s signature sound has emerged as a transcendent force and their spectacular live shows embody a radiance and purity that connects powerfully with their adoring fan base. Celtic Woman’s all-new production, Believe, marks the pinnacle of their illustrious career, a celebration of musical enchantment to be enjoyed by the entire family.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 4th best venue by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” 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.
Dec 13, 2011 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Even more great entertainment, events and offers exclusively for the ladies in January & February
Fridays continue to be a sizzling night to party with the girls at Mohegan Sun with the extension of Diva Fridays through February 24, 2012. By popular demand, the promotion formerly named “Diva Days & Diva Nights” will continue through the New Year and will feature some of the best entertainment as well as retail and dining specials.
Check out the entertainment lineup for Diva Fridays in January & February:
- Quiet Riot – January 6th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- The Lemonheads – January 13th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Matt Nathanson – January 20th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Gigantour: Megadeth & Motorhead with Volbeat and Lacuna Coil– January 27th at 6:30pm in Mohegan Sun Arena
- The Osmond Brothers – January 27th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Toby Keith with special guest Rodney Atkins – February 3rd at 8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
- Joe – February 3rd at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- He Is We – February 10th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Everlast – February 17th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Funniest Comic In New England Contest – February 17th at 8:00pm & 10:15pm in The Cabaret Theatre
- Hotel California – February 24th at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den
- Glen Campbell, The Goodbye Tour with special guest Ronnie Milsap – February 24th at 8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
- Funniest Comic In New England Contest – February 24th at 8:00pm & 10:15pm in The Cabaret Theatre
NOTE: Gigantour, Toby Keith, Funniest Comic and Glenn Campbell are ticketed events. To purchase tickets, please visit the Mohegan Sun Box Office or Ticketmaster.
Weekly Specials:
Each week, guests can enjoy various special offers including:
- Party on the Patio of Todd English’s Tuscany: Every Friday starting at 9:00pm, there is a party on the patio of Todd English’s Tuscany where guests can not only enjoy drink specials, but actually learn how to make the hottest drinks with a professional mixologist. A live DJ will also spin the tunes each week.
- No Judgment Zone: Discover a new game or master an old favorite in Mohegan Sun’s No Judgment Zone. Every Friday, learn the ins and outs of our most popular table games in our special, Divas-Only “No Judgment Zone” at its new location in Casino of the Wind across from Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.
- Bring a Friend: It pays to bring a friend to Mohegan Sun, literally. Ladies can bring their friends and have them sign up to become a Player’s Club member and receive anywhere from $25.00 to $75.00 in Free Slot Play. The more friends you bring, the more you earn. Membership is free and open to guests 21 or older.
- Makeovers: Every Friday from 6:00pm – 10:00pm, stop by Bare Escentuals in The Shops at Mohegan Sun for a complimentary “Hello Gorgeous Divas Make-Under” plus receive $10.00 off any purchase $60.00 or more.
- Chef Demonstrations: Each Friday starting at 7:00pm, chefs from various Mohegan Sun restaurants including Seasons Buffet, Sunrise Square, Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain and Birches Bar & Grill will be demonstrating how to prepare one of their signature dishes in The Shops concourse.
Exclusive Offers
Various shops and restaurants at Mohegan Sun will be offering exclusive discounts as part of Diva Fridays including Citizen Watch, Brighton Collectibles, Swarovski, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Jasper White’s Summer Shack and much more. A full listing is available on mohegansun.com/divas.
For a complete listing of all of Diva Fridays activities, visit www.mohegansun.com/entertainment/divas.html.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Dec 9, 2011 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Presented by Ford F-Series, Country superstar Toby Keith with special guest Rodney Atkins will rock Mohegan Sun Arena on February 3rd
Fresh off winning the “Artist of the Decade Award” at the American Country Awards, Toby Keith with special guest Rodney Atkins will bring the Locked & Loaded tour presented by Ford F-Series to Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, February 3rd at 8:00pm. Keith will feature many of his longstanding hits as well as songs off his latest album, Clancy’s Tavern. His latest single “Red Solo Cup,” was recently featured on the hit FOX television series Glee.
Tickets are $85.00 and $65.00 and go on sale Friday, December 16th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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, December 17th, subject to availability.
From his first single and #1 smash “Should’ve Been A Cowboy,” to his latest album and Billboard Top Country Album chart-topper Clancy’s Tavern, Toby Keith has been one of the most consistent self-directed hit makers of his era. He’s now in his 18th consecutive year having had a #1 single every year since his first release. This latest collection’s lead single, “Made In America,” hit the top of the charts as one of the fastest rising songs in a long line of chart burners from Keith’s pen. And Toby’s new single, “Red Solo Cup,” has become the most remarkable and commercially successful new country singles in recent memory with a viral video with millions of views while topping the top downloaded country songs.
In the history of recorded music, artists exhibiting that kind of consistency and longevity are in an exclusive club. Keith, however, may be in a class by himself. His albums have sold more than 35 million copies, ranking him among the top-selling all-genre artists on Billboard’s Top 200 Artists of the Decade. Keith is also Billboard’s # 1 Artist of the Decade and #1 Country Songwriter of the Decade. His tours, long sponsored by Ford Trucks, have drawn more than one million fans each year for the last decade including this year’s Locked & Loaded Tour. And his roster of I Love This Bar And Grill restaurants continues to grow. His recently launched signature spirit Wild Shot, has become the #1 premium mezcal in the U.S. These, among other endeavors, have earned Keith annual recognition from Forbes as one of the very top-earning entertainer/musicians in the world.
But Toby’s most rewarding experiences, as exhibited in his continual devotion to them, come from giving back. Whether it’s helping sick children and their families in his native Oklahoma through the Toby Keith Foundation or visiting American soldiers at forward operating bases in international war zones, Keith has never lost touch with the most important things in life. Surely that perspective and work ethic contribute to his ongoing success as a singer, songwriter and entertainer.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 4th best venue by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” 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.
Dec 7, 2011 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Band brings spring tour to Mohegan Sun Arena on May 6th
Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be returning to Mohegan Sun Arena during their final leg of “Beethoven’s Last Night” on Sunday, May 6th at 7:00pm. This will give fans a last chance to see the band perform this amazing album before they unveil their new release and accompanying tour in 2013
Tickets are $31.00 and go on sale Friday, December 9th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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, December 10th, subject to availability.
With sales in excess of 8 million, Trans-Siberian Orchestra is among the most popular groups of the modern era. TSO debuted in 1996 and since then, all three of the Orchestra’s holiday themed albums have proven enduring blockbusters, returning annually to the Top 10 on Billboard’s Top Chart Albums and Top Holiday Albums charts.
As one of the top selling acts in the world, Trans-Siberian Orchestra has cemented itself as an annual tradition not to be missed. The band has grown to become a year round juggernaut, performing what creator/writer/producer Paul O’Neill has dubbed “Rock Theater.”
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 4th best venue by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” 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.
