Oct 8, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
With very special guests Salt – N – Pepa, Tiffany, Debbie Gibson and Naughty By Nature
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 8, 2018) – Today New Kids On The Block, the multiplatinum selling Pop super – group, unveiled an epic lineup for their highly anticipated 2019 tour. NKOTB took to the Today Show plaza to reveal The MixTape Tour with very special guests Salt-N-Pepa, Tiffany, Debbie Gibson and Naughty by Nature. The five iconic Pop and Hip – Hop acts will hit the road together for the first time ever on a 53 – city tour across North America next summer, stopping at Mohegan Sun Arena on Wednesday, July 3rd at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $99.00, $79.00 and $59.00 and go on sale Friday, October 12th 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, October 13th, subject to availability.
To celebrate the event, NKOTB surprised fans by dropping an epic, throwback track, “80s Baby” featuring their new touring partners, Salt-N-Pepa, Naughty By Nature, Debbie Gibson and Tiffany. The track takes listeners on a nostalgic yet refreshingly modern and fun ride through 80s song references and fresh verses.
Always upping the ante, NKOTB have packaged the ultimate lineup for a once in a lifetime live show experience. The group will return to the stage after 2018’s touring hiatus to perform fan favorite number one hits like “Hangin’ Tough,” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” and “Step By Step.” When tour mates Salt-N-Pepa, Debbie Gibson, Tiffany and Naughty by Nature hit the stage, they bring with them top chart hits and legendary catalogues to keep fans out of their seats all night. The tour is sure to be one of the can’t miss events of the summer featuring an unforgettable night full of smashes spanning across generations.
NKOTB made the announcement on the heels of their SOLD OUT Apollo Theater show celebrating the 30th anniversary of their hit packed, breakout album Hangin’ Tough. The special one night only engagement sold out within minutes of onsale and saw NKOTB gracing Harlem’s famed Apollo stage for the first time since they debuted “Please Don’t Go Girl” at the Apollo’s notoriously tough amateur night. The career defining album, Hangin’ Tough produced hits like “Please Don’t Go Girl,” “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” and “Cover Girl.” The crowd erupted when the band confirmed on stage that Hangin’ Tough will get a special anniversary re – issue in early 2019 with new, never been released music.
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.
Oct 5, 2018 | General News
A three – day action packed weekend kicks off on Friday, January 25th; Tickets go on sale today!
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 5, 2018) – Wine connoisseurs and food aficionados rejoice! The 16th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest is back at Mohegan Sun. Don’t miss your chance to sip and sample your way through endless vintages and signature dishes, incredible showcases and tastings during a three – day affair across two spaces, the Uncas Ballroom and the new Earth Expo Center. A portion of proceeds will go to Channel 3 Kids Camp, who provide fun year – round opportunities to children of all abilities, families & communities through educational & recreational programs.
Sun Wine & Food Fest will return in January 2019 with more surprises! Stay tuned for additional announcements on our world – class celebration of food and drink. It’s all happening at our premier event – and we’re just getting started!
Bourbon Tasting presented by Beam Inc., Bear’s Smokehouse
and BoutiqueCigar.com
Get your weekend started early and warm your palate during the Bourbon Tasting! Mix and mingle while getting a taste of the finest bourbon from Jim Beam, along with tasty selections from Bear’s Restaurant Group and a cigar from BoutiqueCigar.com.
Friday, January 25th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm – Earth Ballroom.
Tickets to the Bourbon Tasting are $90.00 per person.
Grand Tasting Preview
Get a sneak peek into one of Sun Wine & Food Fest’s signature showcases, the Grand Tasting! Taste a variety of wine, beer and spirits and pair your favorites with delectable dishes from some of the regions most highly – rated restaurants. Plus, watch the masters show off their culinary skills during a night of celebrity chef demonstrations. It’s your chance to experience an exclusive preview of the main event. Chef Kevin Des Chenes’ demo will be from 8:00pm to 8:30pm and will be followed by Chef Plum’s demo from 8:45pm to 9:15pm.
*Chefs subject to change.
Friday, January 25th from 7:00pm to 10:00pm – Earth Expo & Convention Center.
Tickets for the Grand Tasting Preview are $50.00 per person.
Tickets for designated drivers are $20.00 per person.
Grand Tasting
Sample over 1,000 varieties of wine, beer, and spirits during the Grand Tasting! Foodies can purchase signature dishes from some of the region’s most highly – rated restaurants and the main culinary stage features a day full of celebrity chef demonstrations!
Ryan Kristafer, WTNH’s CT Style co – host alongside Teresa Dufour, hosts Saturday’s Grand Tasting Chef Demo, schedule:
12:15pm – 12:45pm: Maneet Chauhan
1:00pm – 1:30pm: Marcus Samuelsson
1:45pm – 2:15pm: Alex Guarnaschelli
2:30pm – 3:00pm: Todd English
3:15pm – 3:45pm: Aarón Sánchez
4:00pm – 4:30pm: Brian Duffy
*Schedule subject to change.
Saturday, January 26th from Noon to 5:00pm – Earth Expo & Convention Center.
Tickets to the Sun Wine & Food Fest Grand Tasting are $99.00 per person.
Tickets for designated drivers are $20.00 per person.
Vintage Cru presented by Bobby Flay
Taste the “best – of – the – best” vintages and get one – on – ones with the winemakers during the Vintage Cru presented by Bobby Flay. Enjoy the raw bar and pick up your $50.00 iGourmet gift card before you leave!
Saturday, January 26th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Earth Ballroom.
Tickets to Vintage Cru presented by Bobby Flay are $150.00 per person. The ticket price includes the Vintage Cru and a $50.00 iGourmet gift card. Tickets do not include access to the Grand Tasting.
Celebrity Chef Dine Around
Watch the masters at work when over 20 celebrity chefs personally dish out a signature food item paired with a wine, beer or spirit and music plays featuring DJ Irie.
Chefs follow as: Aarón Sánchez, Adam Young, Alex Guarnaschelli, Andy Husbands, Betty Fraser, Bobby Flay, Brian Duffy, Chef Plum, Chris Coombs, Govind Armstrong, Ihsan Gurdal, Jamie McDonald, Jason Santos, Lynn Mansel, Maneet Chauhan, Manouschka Guerrier, Marcus Samuelsson, Michele Ragussis, Nick Calias, Rocco DiSpirito, Todd English, Will Gilson and Will Kovel.
*Chefs subject to change.
Saturday, January 26th from 8:00pm to 10:30pm – Uncas Ballroom & Ballroom Pre – Function.
Tickets to the Celebrity Chef Dine Around are $199.00 per person.
Sunday Brunch
Top off your indulgent weekend with a delicious spread of food and beverages at our exclusive Sunday Brunch.
Sunday, January 27th from 11:00am to 2:00pm – Uncas Ballroom.
Tickets to Sunday Brunch are $90.00 per person.
Sun Wine & Food Fest Ticket Packages
Gain entry into the Friday night Bourbon Tasting and the Saturday Sun Wine & Food Fest Grand Tasting with the Grain & Grapes Package. The package is $150.00 and includes entry into both events.
The Saturday Food & Wine Package is a perfect choice for guests interested in the Grand Tasting and the Celebrity Chef Dine Around. The package is $250.00 and includes entry into both events.
Select the Winemakers and Chefs Package for access to fine wine and signature dishes at the Vintage Cru presented by Bobby Flay and the Celebrity Chef Dine Around. The package is $300.00 per person and includes entry into both events.
Guests looking to experience a little bit of everything are able to purchase the Food & Wine Weekend Package which includes entry into the Grand Tasting, Celebrity Chef Dine Around and Sunday Brunch. The package is $325.00 per person and includes entry into all three events.
For more information about all Sun Wine & Food Fest 2019 events, featured personalities, packages, hours and area hotel information, download the Sun Wine & Food Fest app 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.
Oct 4, 2018 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Former Marine infantry officer C.J. Chivers joins Mohegan Sun for a special edition Winning Authors event in honor of Vets Rock on November 2nd.
WHEN: Friday, November 2nd
3:00pm – Live Discussion and Q&A
3:30pm – Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
NOTE: Media opportunities are available. Please contact Elizabeth Woodmancy at 860.862.7840 or [email protected] for more information.
IN DETAIL: On Friday, November 2nd, meet Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter and former Marine infantry officer C.J. Chivers for an in-depth look into his powerful and riveting book that chronicles the physical and emotional experiences of combat, The Fighters at a special Winning Authors event. Join us at The Shops concourse as a part of Vets Rock when Chivers will participate in a Q&A session followed by a book signing.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. C.J. Chivers will be signing copies of The Fighters, which will be available for purchase through Bank Square Books in Mystic, CT. Books can also be purchased on-site at Mohegan Sun on the day of the event, subject to availability.
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.
Oct 2, 2018 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
For the first time, visitors to Mohegan Sun will be able to enjoy true “roadhouse” entertainment including live country music, mechanical bull riding, a Texas-style food menu, 30 craft beers on tap, a full bar and even line dancing. The changes 
come as part of a major expansion of Comix Mohegan Sun, which will be renamed Comix Roadhouse. The state-of-the art venue, which will officially open this winter, in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Earth, will present a mix of regional country bands, local performers and entertainment on the new Roadhouse stage. The club will continue to offer its popular stand-up comedy and alternative entertainment in the Comix Comedy Club section of the venue.
The menu will feature authentic Texas-style offerings such as smoked brisket, pulled pork and more with a focus on farm fresh ingredients delivered daily, along with Comix classics. Craft beers include local favorites Beer’d, Two Roads and Lawson’s as well as popular choices from across the country such as New Belgium, Stone & Elysian. Mixologists on the Comix team will be presenting special country-themed cocktail lists utilizing your favorite whiskeys and liquor along with many drink recipes new to the area.
“We are inspired by the continued strong popularity of country music and are really excited to be bring this to Mohegan Sun in a bar and restaurant concept,” said Michael Brauth, co-owner of Comix Roadhouse & Comedy Club. “We know visitors will continue to love our lineup of top-rated comedians, and we look forward to now bringing them an authentic roadhouse experience with the best live country music around, a true mechanical bull ride experience, and even line dancing. Add in our fantastic new menu, extensive craft beer offerings and our excellent cocktail program, and we truly have something for everyone.”
“Because Mohegan Sun is a major tour stop for the top Country music artists like Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Kenny Chesney and so many others starting their careers in the Wolf Den, many then going on to play big arenas like ours, it’s such a perfect fit to welcome Comix Roadhouse, a new country attraction to our entertainment venues “, said Tom Cantone, Sr. Corp Vice President of Sports & Entertainment of Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment.
Comix Roadhouse will be open 7 days a week for your entertainment & dining enjoyment.
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.
Oct 2, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Performing live at Mohegan Sun Arena featuring Dancing With The Stars Season 27 Dancers
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 2, 2018) – TV’s biggest dance show returns on tour this winter with Dancing with the Stars: Live! The show will feature fan favorite professional and troupe dancers in a brand – new production showcasing every type of dance style as seen on ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars, ranging from ballroom and jazz to modern and hip – hop. Performing at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, January 12th and Sunday, January 13th at 7:30pm, the show is choreographed and creative directed by Emmy award – winning choreographer Mandy Moore and Dancing with the Stars Executive Producer Ashley Edens – Shaffer. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience the excitement, glamour and glitz they see in the ballroom every Monday night live.
Tickets are $45.00 and go on sale today 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 Wednesday, October 3rd, subject to availability.
The tour delivers a spectacular night of show – stopping dance performances from world – renowned dancers including Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Witney Carson, Artem Chigvintsev, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Gleb Savchenko, Emma Slater, Hayley Erbert and Britt Stewart, with more surprise casting to be announced. Cast subject to change.
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.
Oct 2, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Tickets on sale Friday, October 5th
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 1, 2018) – Record – breaking, multi – platinum Rock band, Shinedown, comes to Mohegan Sun Arena with Papa Roach and Asking Alexandria. Brent Smith [vocals], Zach Myers [guitar], Eric Bass [bass, production] and Barry Kerch [drums], also known as Shinedown, perform live on 
Saturday, March 2nd at 7:00pm.
Tickets are $58.50, $48.50 and $38.50 and go on sale Friday, October 5th 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, October 6th, subject to availability.
Selling more than 10 million albums worldwide, Shinedown has 11 platinum and gold singles and four platinum and gold albums and averages more than 3.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify as one of the most – listened – to Rock bands on the platform. Shinedown’s sixth album, ATTENTION ATTENTION, brings an uproot convention and delivers a personal, poignant and powerful body of work that evolves from ruin to reclamation to revelation. Leading the charge for 21st Century Rock by uncompromisingly challenging themselves and occupying the cutting edge, Shinedown engenders diehard love among millions of global fans. The band’s unmatched domination of multi – format Rock radio commenced with their 2003 platinum – certified debut “Leave A Whisper” and its gold – selling 2005 follow – up “Us and Them.” 2008’s Billboard Top 10, double – platinum LP The Sound of Madness remained on the Top 200 Chart for a staggering 120 consecutive weeks and made Rock history with six #1 singles including the gold “Devour,” platinum “If You Only Knew,” and the triple – platinum breakthrough “Second Chance.”
After contributing the gold – certified “Diamond Eyes” for The Expendables film and “Her Name Is Alice” to the album Almost Alice inspired by Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, the band seized #1 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums Chart and #4 on the Top 200 with 2012’s gold – certified Amaryllis, which launched three #1 Active Rock anthems: “Bully,” “Unity,” and “Enemies.” 2015’s Threat To Survival marked their third straight Top 10 debut on the Top 200, arriving at #5 while also debuting at #1 on Billboard‘s Top Rock Albums Chart and bringing Shinedown’s total count of number one rock singles to 12 thanks to hits like “Cut the Cord” and “State of My Head.” Every one of the singles released over Shinedown’s nearly two – decade career has ascended to the Top 10 – a feat unmatched by any other Rock band, now or ever before.
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.
