Mar 11, 2019 | Comedy, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Live on Saturday, May 11th
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 11, 2019) – Charismatic actor and comedian, Cedric “The Entertainer” is best known for his crowd-pleasing performances in hit films and television shows such as Barbershop, Be Cool, The Original Kings of Comedy and TV’s #1 new comedy The Neighborhood on CBS, to mention just a few of many more. Cedric will be performing at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, May 11th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $39.00, $29.00 and $19.00 and go on sale Friday, March 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, March 16th at 10:00am, subject to availability.
Cedric’s universal appeal, versatility and tremendous career success spanning film, live performances and television have solidified his standing as one of the premier entertainers in the world. July 2018, Cedric received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Other notable accolades Cedric has been honored with are The AFTRA Award of “Excellence in Television Programming,” the NAACP Image Award for “Outstanding Supporting Actor” for The Proud Family, record-breaking four consecutive NAACP Image Awards for “Outstanding Supporting Actor” for The Steve Harvey Show, and The Richard Pryor “Comic of the Year Award.”
On the big screen, the multi-talented funnyman has consistently co-starred alongside some of the most renowned film actors. He was most recently seen in the comedy feature Why Him?, BarberShop: The Next Cut, Top Five, and many additional films. Additionally, Cedric has displayed tremendous voiceover talent in the beloved family features Disney’s Planes, Charlotte’s Web, Madagascar and sequels. Currently, on the television front, Cedric co-stars with Tracy Morgan and Tiffany Haddish in the new hit TBS comedy series, The Last OG. Simultaneously, The Neighborhood was announced as Cedric’s new TV comedy series at CBS, in which he now stars and also executive produce.
As a philanthropist, Cedric founded The Cedric the Entertainer Charitable Foundation, which provides college scholarships and outreach programs to enhance the lives of inner-city youth and their families in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri. The foundation has awarded hundreds of scholarships and countless incentives and plans to extend its reach to a national level.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Now. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently ranked among the top three “Arenas in the World for its Size” and top 15 in the “World for All Size Venues.” The award – winning venue is the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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.
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Feb 20, 2019 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Jenna Johnson & Val Chmerkovskiy of Dancing with the Stars join Mohegan Sun for a special Reality Check event on Thursday, March 28th. Taking place in The Shops concourse, this free event begins at 7:00pm featuring a live dance performance, question and answer segment and an autograph session to follow.
WHEN: Thursday, March 28th
7:00pm – Dancing and Q&A
7:30pm – 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: See the power of love through dance when Mohegan Sun’s Reality Check presents newly-engaged pro dancers Jenna Johnson and Val Chmerkovskiy on March 28th at 7:00pm. See a stunning performance with these Dancing with the Stars champions along with a moderated Q&A and autograph session in The Shops concourse.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed at the signing location starting at 5:30pm. Talent will be signing copies of headshots distributed at the event or one personal memorabilia per person. Signing personalization is prohibited. An in-house photographer will be taking photos. There will be no personal photos.
Feb 14, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
WHAT: The Sun Whiskey Union is back and it all goes down in the new Earth Ballroom at Mohegan Sun! Guests can indulge their senses and sample an impressive selection of whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye, as well as craft cocktails.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 5th
8:00pm to 11:00pm
Earth Ballroom, located in the new Earth Expo & Convention Center
IN DETAIL: Guests can enjoy live music and fare while tasting top-of-the-line whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye – as well as sample craft cocktails for those that prefer other types of liquor. Chat with some of the distilleries’ representatives and experts on their style whiskeys and other libations!
Tickets are $50.00 and on sale now through Ticketmaster and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to support the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Valid ID and ticket required upon entry at all events.
To learn more about Sun Whiskey Union, including information about our special Sun Whiskey Union hotel package, please 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.
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Feb 5, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Shopping, Special Events
Valentine’s Day Dining & Shopping Specials
UNCASVILLE, CT (February 5, 2019) – Valentine’s Day is Thursday, February 14th and Mohegan Sun is celebrating with delicious special menu items, sweet dessert specials, and exclusive shopping deals.
Enjoy a special meal with a loved one at some of Mohegan Sun’s premiere restaurants.
Guests who dine at Todd English’s Tuscany on Valentine’s Day will enjoy lobster Milanese, pan fried lobster cutlet, linguini olio, arugula salad topped with a lemon vinaigrette and butter poached claws for $42.00.
Celebrate with BALLO Italian Restaurant and feast on a three course meal. First course is fried baby artichoke hearts, pickled shallots, lemon and olive oil for $15.00. Next is either homemade lobster & shrimp ravioli with sherry, roasted garlic and cream for $38.00, or braised short ribs with parmigiana polenta and roasted root vegetables for $38.00. Dessert is Sicilian kiss cannoli with Amaretto, Southern Comfort and orange for $10.00.
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House is providing two specials from February 14th-16th. First is a baked, crab stuffed cod filet topped with lemon beurre blanc served with rice pilaf and the daily vegetable for $18.00. The other option is slow roasted 12 oz. prime rib with fingerling potatoes and grilled asparagus in Hollandaise sauce for $26.00. The daily dessert is molten chocolate lava cake for $8.00.
From February 14th – 16th, guests can treat themselves at Michael Jordan’s Steak House with a 7oz. filet duo for two for $120.00. Options for sides include foie gras mushroom duxelle crust and Boursin cheese polenta, or lobster Bérnaise with wilted winter greens. Chocolate covered strawberries are available for $3.00 each.
SolToro is offering a 6 oz. filet with red wine demi, mezcal-marinated shrimp and herb-roasted potatoes for $32.00. For dessert, chocoflan for $8.00. SolToro’s dining specials are valid February 14th-16th.
Dinner for two at Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain is $150.00 and includes two heartland chopped salads, two 5 oz. spice rubbed filet mignons with lobster, roasted lemon butter and smashed potatoes. Enjoy with two glasses of Wycliff Brut champagne, and chocolate cream pie or sorbet for dessert.
Guests can cater to their sweet tooth with some decadent dessert specials.
Ben & Jerry’s has released a new flavor called “Sweet Like Sugar”. The new flavor includes almond and cherry ice creams with shortbread cookies, cherries, and a sugar cookie dough swirl.
Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe is offering chocolate strawberries for $3.00 each. This dessert special is valid from February 14th – 16th.
At Godiva, guests can indulge in new freshly-dipped strawberry options (including customized pink stringing individual berries), freshly made heart-shaped “lollipops”, and freshly made truffle pops. Pre-order a 6 or 12-piece stem berry box by February 11th and receive a discount*.
*see associate for details
Shopping specials are a great way to spoil a loved one (or yourself!)
Coach is offering The Gift of Coach Floral – a new, feminine floral scent inspired by their signature Tea Roses.
Visit Le Creuset, the newest store in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, and receive a free set of heart ramekins with a $150 purchase.
Receive a complimentary gift with your order of $400 or more at Robert Graham while supplies last.
Come to Splendeur – A Luxury Boutique and see new arrivals from Gucci, Fendi, and Brics luggage. Receive a free infinity scarf with any purchase while supplies last.
Victoria’s Secret is featuring their Bombshell Wild Flower perfume collection, described as “fearless & untamed. A windswept bouquet with a shock of Neon Rose”. The collection’s prices range from $18.00 – $68.00.
Galina’s is showcasing a special Pandora jewelry gift set for $115.00.
End Valentine’s Day right with a romantic Reality Check event featuring musicians/wife and husband duo Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross. The live discussion & signing event will occur in The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Thursday, February 14th at 7:00pm.
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.
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Jan 30, 2019 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
2019: The Year of the Pig
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 30, 2019) – Mohegan Sun is getting ready to celebrate the Year of the Pig this February. Following the tradition, Mohegan Sun is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a variety of events including A-Lin inside Mohegan Sun Arena, a traditional Chinese cultural arts demonstration and Lion Dance, the Money God, Red Envelope giveaways, special menu items at Sunrise Square and more!
The celebrations begin with a performance in Mohegan Sun Arena by A-Lin from Taiwan. The show will take place at 1:00am on Sunday, February 3rd and tickets are VIP $188.00, $148.00, $118.00, $98.00 and $68.00 and are on sale now.
Beginning Tuesday, February 5th, Red Envelopes will be distributed to Momentum members with valid ID for Asian bus line runs. The giveaway starts the first day of the Lunar New Year and lasts through Monday, February 11th. During this period, guests who ride the Asian buses can receive a Red Envelope with cash varying from $5.00 to $100.00 inside. The Money God will also visit The Shops concourse from Noon to 2:00pm on Sunday, February 10th for another Red Envelope giveaway and photo opportunity. Miss NY Chinese Pageant 2018 winners will be present to greet guests. There will also be Chinese arts and crafts demonstrations such as calligraphy and paper-cutting.
Also on Sunday, February 10th, don’t miss the traditional Lion Dance that will tour through the Mohegan Sun property. The Lion Dance has long symbolized the exorcising of evil spirits and summoning luck and fortune. The performance will start at 2:00pm heading from Sunrise Square and making its way through Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Wind.
The Chairman of the Mohegan Tribe, Kevin Brown, Mohegan Sun’s President and General Manager, Raymond Pineault, and Vice President of Asian and Far East Marketing, Kelly Leung, will be present in addition to the Money God and Miss NY Chinese Pageant winners.
Beginning, Saturday, February 2nd, Phantasia, located in Sunrise Square celebrates the New Year with a special menu until Sunday, February 18th. To view the menu, please visit mohegansun.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.
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Jan 23, 2019 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Meet Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross during a romantic Reality Check event on February 14th.
WHEN: Thursday, February 14th
7:00pm – Live Discussion and Q&A
7:30pm – 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: Love is in the air when Mohegan Sun welcomes music artists, actors and married couple Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross for a romantic Reality Check event on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. Join this successful husband & wife duo for a free live discussion and Q&A followed by a signing event in The Shops concourse.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed at the signing location starting at 6:00pm. Talent will be signing copies of headshots distributed at the event. Signing personalization is prohibited. An in-house photographer will be taking photos. There will be no personal photos.
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.
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