Jul 18, 2018 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Kick Off Pride Weekend with Exclusive Signings & Sightings with Angelica Ross, Todrick Hall and Carson Kressley
WHEN/ WHERE: Thursday, August 23rd
Signing Event – 7:00pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
NOTE: Media opportunities are available. Please contact Monica Iafrancesco at 860.862.7435 or [email protected] for more information.
IN DETAIL: Come mingle with this well – rounded group, beloved in the LGBTQ community; actress and transgender rights advocate Angelica Ross, multi – talented entertainer Todrick Hall and fashion designer & television personality from Queer Eye Carson Kressley, celebrity judges for Avalon’s Drag Competition at this lively Signings & Sightings event on August 23rd in The Shops concourse.
Participation is on a first – come, first – served basis. Talent will be signing one item per guest or the headshots distributed at the event. Signing personalization and personal photos are prohibited. This event is bracelet – only. Bracelets will be distributed starting at 5:30pm at the signing location. Bracelet must be worn to gain entry into the event.
ABOUT SIGNINGS & SIGHTINGS: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings, is a one – of – a – kind experience that allows guests to get up – close – and – personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up – and – coming band, well – known comedian or chart – topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans.
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.
Jul 13, 2018 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Beers of all varieties, live music, great food and more on Saturday, October 6th
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 13, 2018) – Join Mohegan Sun at the 7th Annual Sun BrewFest on Saturday, October 6th! Sample an array of unlimited domestic, craft, import, microbrews, ciders and more. Local restaurants will be selling a variety of food offerings to pair with your favorite brews. Challenge your friends to a game of ping – pong, foosball and more while listening to live entertainment all afternoon. This year’s event also includes a thrilling Cornhole Tournament competition at the Sun BrewFest!
Tickets for Sun BrewFest are on sale today at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. A portion of all ticket prices will go to the Channel 3 Kids Camp. All guests in attendance must be 21 years of age or older.
Grand Tasting
Cheers with your friends to over 150 of the best beers around during the grand tasting on Saturday, October 6th. Expand your palate with a variety of brew masters pouring out samples of their favorite beers for guests to experience in souvenir, mini Pilsner glasses. Try and find your favorite as you taste your way through craft beers, microbrews, imports, domestics and ciders. Live music keeps the entertainment going all day long inside Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center.
Tickets to the grand tasting are $30.00 per person and runs from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. VIP tickets are available for $50.00 per person, including early access to the tasting at Noon.
Cornhole Tournament
Get your game on and toss some bags at the Sun BrewFest Cornhole Tournament! Choose your partner wisely and head to the Sun BrewFest site to register. Buy – in to the Cornhole Tournament is $100.00 and includes entry to the BrewFest grand tasting plus an exclusive VIP tasting preview at Noon.
For the most up – to – date information and a list of brewers participating in Sun BrewFest, please visit sunbrewfest.com.
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.
Jul 11, 2018 | Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Travel & Leisure
A re-designed luxury food & beverage experience, Thirty Three, is also set to open on the thirty-third floor; Aspire guests to have exclusive access
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 11, 2018) –The iconic Sky Tower will soon be rolling out an enhanced & luxurious experience for hotel guests when Aspire at Mohegan Sun opens up by the end of the year. The new “hotel within a hotel” in the 1,200-room Sky Tower, will be on floors thirty-one through thirty-six, and allow its guests to take advantage of exclusive access to a fully remodeled luxury food & drink experience entitled, Thirty Three, in reference to its location on the 33rd floor, overlooking the Thames River. Various additional perks await Aspire hotel guests including private check-in, exclusive elevator access and butler service.
“Aspire & Thirty Three will become two of the most opulent experiences Mohegan Sun offers our hotel guests. From the moment Aspire guests arrive to the moment they check-out, they receive VIP treatment, exclusive access and a truly personalized visit. We’re thrilled to launch this offering at the end of the year.” – President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun, Ray Pineault.
Thirty Three will showcase modern designs & interior and a sky-high New England view atop Mohegan Sun. Aspire guests will have access to the new space, where delicious food options, wide screen TVs, private table games and a complimentary bar await. Additionally, Aspire guests will have a private hotel arrival experience at Aquai, access to a private elevator bay and upgraded furnishings in their room or suite, as well as their own butler service. In total, Aspire accounts for 93 rooms on the top floors of Sky Tower.
Since opening the doors to its flagship property in Connecticut in 1996, Mohegan Sun grew quickly into one of the Western hemisphere’s premier integrated casino & entertainment destinations, delivering unforgettable experiences to millions of visitors each year. From dining and shopping, to professional sporting events and endless entertainment, the brand’s commitment to provide new and exciting offerings translated into more than 50 dining restaurants, bars and lounges; a full retail shopping concourse; two lavish spas; an 18-hole golf course; three high-energy entertainment venues and a recently opened, 250,000 square-foot, Earth Expo & Convention Center.
To learn about Aspire at Mohegan Sun and more about the all-encompassing resort property in Uncasville, Connecticut, visit MoheganSun.com or check out the brand’s Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram pages.
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Jul 2, 2018 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Mohegan Sun welcomes back UCONN coach Geno Auriemma on Friday, July 20th for a special Signings & Sightings event.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, July 20th
Signing Event – 5:30pm
Bottom of Winter Entrance Escalators
NOTE: Media opportunities are available. Please contact Melissa Tarlton at 860.862.4492 or [email protected] for more information.
IN DETAIL: Legendary basketball coach Geno Auriemma makes a slam dunk with fans during an exclusive Signings & Sightings event at Mohegan Sun. On Friday, July 20th, stop by the bottom of the Winter Escalator to meet Geno as he signs autographs for fans before the Connecticut Sun game in the Arena, featuring some of his former players!
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Geno Auriemma will only be signing the headshots given out at event OR 1 personal item per guest. There will be no personalization. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed starting at 4:00pm at the signing location at the bottom of the Winter Entrance escalators.
ABOUT SIGNINGS & SIGHTINGS: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings, presented in collaboration with Spin Street, is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up-and-coming band, well-known comedian or chart-topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans. Spin Street, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, offers a variety of music, movies and entertainment memorabilia with special signing merchandise available for each Signings & Sightings event.
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.
Jul 2, 2018 | General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 25, 2018) – When you do the math, it appears that 1 Dodge Demon + 1 Dodge Viper = $1,000,000.
The sale of a truly dynamic duo – the last-production 2018 Dodge Demon and the last-production 2017 Dodge Viper – billed as The Ultimate Last Chance. Head to head on the auction block, both dressed in brilliant Viper Red, the high-horsepower pair of Mopar muscle cars brought the packed house to its feet when the gavel came down on a cool $1 million, all of which will go to the United Way, FCA/Dodge’s charity of choice for more than 60 years. And the American Heart Association also benefited from the historical sale, with the 10% buyer’s fee supporting Barrett-Jackson’s yearlong Driven Hearts charity initiative for the organization.
The second charity sale of the day was dedicated to the AHA: a sparkling white 35th Anniversary Edition Chevrolet Corvette generously donated by Darrell and Charmaigne Pullen, a Kentucky couple who were moved by the sale of an identical car for the Driven Hearts campaign at the 2018 Scottsdale Auction. The Pullen family joined the AHA’s Debra Wilson and local AHA members on the auction block to watch the ’Vette bring in $60,000, another huge step in raising much-needed awareness and funds to battle heart disease, America’s #1 killer.
Another big highlight of Super Saturday was the colorful visit of the goldRush Rally to the auction site at Mohegan Sun, with Barrett-Jackson, Shell and Pennzoil rolling out the “gold carpet” to welcome them.
For the last decade, goldRush Rally has welcomed distinguished guests, VIP celebrities and automotive influencers to the #1 luxury rally in the country. The visit to Barrett-Jackson marks the first-ever stop at a collector car auction as they make their way across the country during their 10th annual event, covering 10 cities in 10 days. WWE wrestler Bill Goldberg was among the 160 participants in 80 extraordinary cars, three of which roared onto the Motor Trend Live Stage, sharing their remarkable story with onlookers.
The day began with the sale of the premier pieces of automobilia from the over 450 items on offer at this year’s Northeast Auction. Those that rose to the top were spectacular indeed, including a large, gas-powered vintage U.S. Air Force promotional jet “go-kart” and an iconic Mobil Oil Pegasus animated neon service station sign, each of which sold for $28,175. A hand-built 1/3-scale 1956 Corvette SR Prototype go-kart from the Ashton Collection brought in $27,600, while two impressive neon signs – another Mobil Oil Pegasus from the 1950s and a 1940s Chrysler-Plymouth example – went to new homes for $25,875 and $23,000 respectively.
The most-anticipated of the 650+ collector cars at this year’s event had their turn on the auction block on the final day, with some impressive sales and two world records set, including the sale of a 1973 Dodge Challenger Custom Coupe for $92,400 and a 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost for $203,500, which was also the #2 sale of the day. Other top sales of Saturday – and of the auction – were a custom 1967 Chevrolet Nova known as “The InNOVAtor” for $275,000, a 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon for $198,000 and a 1967 Shelby GT500E Super Snake for $192,500.
That’s a wrap for the 3rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction from Mohegan Sun. Barrett-Jackson’s next event is in Las Vegas from September 27th-29th! Check out the Northeast Auction highlights video HERE, as well as a gallery of memorable moments and top sales from a truly unforgettable Super Saturday in Connecticut.
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.
Jun 28, 2018 | Comedy, Entertainment, General News
Live in the Arena July 28th; Tickets on sale June 29th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 28, 2018) – Veterans of SNL: Jon Lovitz, Darrell Hammond, Chris Kattan & Finesse Mitchell bring an evening of stand-up to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, July 28th. Presented by Comix, the hilarious former SNL cast will be live at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $39.00 and $29.00 and go on sale Friday, June 29th 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 30th, subject to availability.
About Jon Lovitz: Jon Lovitz has been one of the best known comedians for the last twenty years. He was nominated for an Emmy his first two years on Saturday Night Live, and while he was there he became known for his characters “Tommy Flanagan of the Pathological Liars Anonymous” (“Year, that’s the ticket,”) “Master Thespain,” “Hanukkah Harry” and “the Devil.” He has appeared in numerous films including Big, A League Of Their Own, The Wedding Singer, High School High, Small Time Crooks, Rat Race, The Producers, Eight Crazy Nights, The Benchwarmers, Grown Ups, amongst others.
Along with his comedy, Jon is well known for his distinctive voice. He was the lead voice for the character “Jay Sherman” in the acclaimed cult cartoon series, The Critic. He has also appeared in twelve episodes of The Simpsons, even creating the character of Marge Simpson’s boyfriend, “Artie Ziff” (who sounds suspiciously like Jay Sherman).
Jon has also appeared on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre in Neil Simon’s play The Dinner Party, taking over the lead role from Henry Winkler. He has sung (yes, he can sing!) at Carnegie Hall three times (including Great Performances: Ira Gershwin at 100: A Celebration at Carnegie Hall) and sung the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium and the U.S. Open. He also sang with English rock star, Robbie Williams at the Royal Alpert Hall and appears on his album, Swing While You’re Winning!
Additionally, Jon has had an illustrious television career. He was the first famous guest star on the hit show Friends. In the same week, he appeared on an episode of Seinfeld. Jon also had recurring roles on Hot in Cleveland, Las Vegas, Two and a Half Men, Hawaii Five-O, and New Girl.
About Darrell Hammond: For years now, Hammond has brought to life a cavalcade of politicians, media figures, celebrities and newsmakers on television. Darrell is known for being one of the most prolific comedians of his time. He holds the title for being the longest running cast member on SNL. He frequently tours comedy clubs and theaters boasting a number of brilliant impressions in his act that keep people laughing nationwide. Hammond has brought a number of wonderful impressions to SNL over the years. Television critics and viewers alike, for their accuracy and range, have applauded each and every one of his impressions. Amongst the great number of people he has mimicked include: Bill Clinton, Sean Connery, Regis Philbin, Dan Rather, John Travolta, Jesse Jackson, Richard Dreyfus, Jay Leno, Donald Trump and Ted Koppel.
In addition to his SNL appearances, Hammond has been seen in a number of feature films and television shows. As a truly versatile actor Darrell has displayed his talents in both dramatic and comedic roles. Some of his feature films include: Screen Gems feature Wieners and the Regency feature Bob Bailey’s Disco Balls. He has also starred opposite Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen in Warner Bros’ New York Minute and in the Dimension features Scary Movie 3 and Scary Movie 6. He shared the screen with Frankie Muniz and Hillary Duff in MGM’s Agent Cody Banks. Darrell also starred with Anthony Hopkins and Alec Baldwin in El Dorado Picture’s The Devil And Daniel Webster. He received tremendous amount of reviews for his portrayal as a deranged but intense criminal defense lawyer in Dick Wolf’s Law And Order: SVU. Darrell also disturbed audiences with his masterfully creepy roll as The Deacon in the television series Damages. Additionally, he did a guest spot on NBC’s Third Rock From The Sun. His other film credits include an appearance in Universal’s Blues Brothers 2000, which also starred Dan Aykroyd, and Disney’s Celtic Pride. In 1999 he moved audiences everywhere by playing the voice of Master Little in Disney’s animated hit The King And I.
Recently, Darrell has seen a massive resurgence in national notoriety due to his uncanny impression of Donald Trump. From his first impression of Trump on SNL 15 years ago (earning him the praise of Trump himself), Darrell’s imitation of the outspoken presidential candidate has evolved along with all of the extreme changes in his public appearance. Hailed as “The Comeback Kid” by the Wall Street Journal, Darrell’s impression has become a favorite of the country, drawing some of the largest viewership to SNL in recent history.
About Chris Kattan: Chris Kattan is best known as one of the longest serving cast members on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. In the eight years Chris starred in the landmark late night program, he became best known for his characters ‘Mango,’ ‘Mr Peepers’ and one of the ‘Butabi Brothers’ opposite Will Ferrell which was such a hit that the sketch was adapted into the 1998 cult classic, Night at the Roxbury. Kattan went on to star in Corky Romano where he plays the black sheep son in a family of mobsters and played the villain in the Malcolm D. Lee film, Undercover Brother, opposite Eddie Griffin.Kattan starred as a series regular in the ABC hit series, The Middle and recently had some memorable appearances in the Adam Sandler films Hotel Transylvania and The Ridiculous 6.
About Finesse Mitchell: A multi-faceted actor, comedian and author, Mitchell is best known for his three-year run on Saturday Night Live, creating hilarious characters like “Starrkeisha” and impersonating actor Morgan Freeman and rapper 50 Cent. He has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with host Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers, and starred in the hit urban movie Who’s Your Caddy. Mitchell can also be seen on the Disney Channel’s hit show A.N.T. Farm which also streams on Netflix where he plays Officer Darryl Parks, aka “China’s Dad.”
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.
