Nov 19, 2014 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Mohegan Sun kicks off 2015 with all-night parties starting Wednesday, December 31st
Ring in the New Year at Mohegan Sun with a night of the hottest parties as well as an extravagant countdown finale when the clock strikes Midnight!
“Party into the New Year”
Celebrate the New Year with Mohegan Sun’s “Party into the New Year” inside the Uncas Ballroom on December 31st. Come ready to party at 10:00pm with music by Rob Pisani & Rob Necega. Tickets start at $75. The night of the event, tickets can be purchased for $150.00 at the door. Pricing includes an open bar, Midnight champagne toast, followed by a 1:00am breakfast buffet. Tickets are available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and at ticketmaster.com starting Friday, November 21st at 10:00am. This is 21+ event and proper attire is required.
Countdown Finale in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
The party in The Shops at Mohegan Sun will be bigger than ever this New Year’s Eve as we channel Times Square and countdown into the New Year! From 9:00pm to 3:00am, head to The Shops at Mohegan Sun to enjoy high energy performances by The Jat Crew Dancers, music spun by DJae Mêlée and a pyrotechnic display at Midnight! Hats, horns and tiaras will be available at Summer and Riverview Coat Checks and Sky Valet starting at 5:00pm, available while supplies last. To see the party from last New Year’s Eve celebration, click here.
NIGHTLIFE
Up at VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock, kick off your classy NYE party at 9:00pm with music by Nina Sky. Tickets for VISTA’s party are $50.00, price subject to change based on availability. For VIP reservations, please call 860.862.4009. Tickets will be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Friday, November 21st at 10:00am. This party is for ages 21+ and the dress code will be enforced.
Across the way, Avalon Nightclub will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party starting at 9:00pm with music by one of the hottest club DJs around, Enferno. Tickets are $50.00 per person for the first 100 tickets, and the price will increase to $100.00 per person based on availability. Tickets will be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Friday, November 21st at 10:00am. For VIP reservations, please call 860.862.7042.
At MIST, ring in the New Year with a party starting at 10:00pm, with music by DJ Johnny Shine. There will be no cover charge. For VIP reservations, please call 860.861.0744.
Over at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, the Lansdowne Hoedown lives on with music by Branded starting at 9:00pm. Tickets are $25.00 and include a Country hat and a Budweiser toast at Midnight! Tickets will be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Friday, November 21st at 10:00am or through Heather at 860.862.7005. For VIP reservations, please contact Heather at 860.862.7005. VIP reservations will be $30.00.
Grab a bite to eat and some delicious drinks on New Year’s Eve at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville. The NYE party starts here at 10:00pm with live music by the band Explicit.
SHOWS
Mohegan Sun Arena welcomes Amy Schumer Live to the stage on Wednesday, December 31st at 8:00pm. Prepare to laugh until you cry as one the funniest, freshest faces on television brings her blend of honesty and unapologetic humor for a night of raw comedy. Tickets are $45.00 and available through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. For mature audiences.
At The Wolf Den, the best disco funk group around, Boogie Wonder Band, will be performing free shows at 8:00pm and 11:00pm. Come early as seating is limited. All guests must be 21 or older.
In The Cabaret Theatre, Laugh-In 2015 brings the funniest New Year’s Party in CT on Wednesday, December 31st at 10:00pm. Join Kevin Flynn, Stephanie Peters and Joe Matarese for a comedy night you won’t forget! Tickets are $34.50 and include a champagne toast and party favors. Tickets are available through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
More information on Mohegan Sun’s Entertainment, the schedule can be found at mohegansun.com/entertainment.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.
Nov 18, 2014 | Entertainment, Special Events
The Holiday Marvels Classic returns to Mohegan Sun for multiple performances at The Cabaret Theatre beginning December 12th
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 18, 2014) — A holiday staple at Mohegan Sun, The Albano Ballet Company production of The Nutcracker will celebrate its 13th season at Mohegan Sun, thrilling audiences old, young and in-between. One of the most magical ballets in the region will have a run of shows between Friday, December 12th through Sunday, December 21st. Full schedule and details are below.
Tickets are $38.00, $35.00 and $32.00 for adults and $32.00, $29.00 and $26.00 for children and are sale now through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster; call any Ticketmaster Charge by Phone number; 1.800.745.3000 or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
Schedule for Albano’s Nutcracker at The Cabaret Theatre:
Friday, December 12th: 7:00pm
Saturday, December 13th: 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 14th: 6:00pm
Friday, December 19th: 7:00pm
Saturday, December 20th: 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 21st: 1:00pm & 6:00pm
Lavish costumes, theatrical scenery, incredible cast of over 100 stars hailing from the likes of Italy, Greece, France, Japan, Hong Kong and New York City bring to life the best Nutcracker in Connecticut! The ballet performance is joined by a live orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Daniel Lee, who has been on the podium for Gottingen Symphony, Hartford Symphony, Yale Philharmonia and Julliard Orchestras. And the scenery on stage is designded by Robert O. Moody, Professor Emeritus at Brandeis University and recipient of the United States Institute for the Theatre Technology Distinguished Achievement Award.
The story of the Nutcracker embraces Christmas and its symbolic tree that grows to huge proportions. Giant mice with blinking eyes and an exploding cannon are part of the dazzling stage theatrics.
As part of this great holiday event, fans will be welcomed on stage after each performance to meet some of the incredible cast. Also, show your ticket at Dylan’s Candy Bar for 10% off a Whirly Pop or any Bulk Fillable purchase. Take 20% Off Nutcrackers and Nutcracker and Clara ornaments at The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store at the Shops at Mohegan Sun.
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. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the 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.
Nov 10, 2014 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Top touring comedian, TV and movie star to perform April 18th at Mohegan Sun; Tickets on sale Friday
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 10, 2014) — One of the hardest working, popular and talented comedians in the world, Kevin Hart, is set for a stand-up performance on Saturday, April 18th at Mohegan Sun Arena. The show is scheduled to start at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $99.00 and $79.00 and go on sale Friday, November 14th 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, November 15th, subject to availability.
If there’s one thing Kevin Hart can do, its sell shoes. If there’s one thing Kevin Hart can do better than sell shoes, it’s explode into one of the foremost comedians and entertainers in the industry today.
Hart has continued to work non-stop and 2014 is no exception. Kevin will next be seen in the Chris Rock directed film, Top Five, alongside Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld and Whoopi Goldberg, and has already completed production on three other comedies slated for 2015, Screen Gem’s The Wedding Ringer, Get Hard, opposite Will Ferrell and Ride Along 2, the sequel to this year’s one-hundred-million-dollar blockbuster hit of the same name. Hart starred earlier this year in About Last Night, a re-make of the iconic 1986 film, which opened to huge box-office success as well. The consummate worker, Hart is a force in television too, Executive Producing the show, Real Husbands of Hollywood which premiered its third season in September. Kevin’s determination and work ethic is simply a roll-over from a banner 2013 where he starred in Grudge Match for Warner Brothers, opposite Sylvester Stallone and Robert DeNiro, and Think Like a Man Too, the sequel to its enormously successful predecessor, for Screen Gems. Kevin also released a feature version of his comedy show Let Me Explain, in the same year.
Hart began his career sizing men and women for footwear, when a chance, electrifying performance at amateur night in a Philadelphia comedy club changed his life. Kevin quit his shoe salesman job and began performing full time at such venues as The Boston Comedy Club, Caroline’s, Stand-Up NY, The Laugh Factory, and The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. However, it was his first appearance at the “Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival” that led Kevin into roles in feature films such as Paper Soldiers, Scary Movie 3, and Along Came Polly opposite Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston.
In 2012, Hart was tapped to host the 2012 MTV VMA’s, garnering much industry praise for his appearance, before his next comedy tour, “Let Me Explain” took him to 90 American cities along with Europe and Africa. Records have not withstood under his LME tour either, as Kevin became only the second American in history to sell out London’s O2 Arena. Kevin spent the fall of 2012 filming two movies back to back: Screen Gem’s re-make of Sexual Perversity titled About Last Night, and Universal’s buddy Cop movie Ride Along, opposite Ice Cube. Kevin continued his incredible run with a starring role in Screen Gem’s Think Like A Man, a comedy based on Steve Harvey’s bestselling book, which grossed $95 Million worldwide, and had a supporting role in the Universal, Nick Stoller comedy, Five Year Engagement, produced by Judd Apatow.
In September, 2011 Hart released “Laugh At My Pain,” the feature film version of his comedy tour (under the same name). The movie grossed over $7 million, and was 2011’s most successful film of those released in less than 300 theaters. The LAMP tour was so successful, it catapulted Hart to 2011’s number one comedian on Ticketmaster, and in February, 2011, he sold out the Nokia Theater for two nights in a row, breaking the record previously set by Eddie Murphy. This lead to the LAMP DVD hitting double platinum in February 2012, after being on sale for only a month.
Hart’s previous film credits include Little Fockers with Robert DeNiro and Ben Stiller, Death at a Funeral, Fool’s Gold and The 40 Year Old Virgin.
In 2009, Hart’s one-hour Comedy Central special I’m A Grown Little Man became one of the highest rated specials for the network, and in 2010, Hart’s DVD Seriously…Funny was one of the fastest selling DVDs, going triple Platinum, aided by and the Comedy Central special of the same name, which was the highest rated comedy special of 2010.
Hart’s other television credits include, hosting BET’s classic stand-up comedy series Comic View: One Mic Stand, ABC’s The Big House, which he also executive produced and wrote, and recurring roles on Love, Inc, Barbershop, and Undeclared.
With his passion for stand-up and entertainment, Hart continues to tour the country to sold-out audiences. Hart currently lives in Los Angeles with his family.
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. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the 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.
Nov 4, 2014 | General News, Special Events
Legendary Jersey Boys singer becomes 27th performer to receive Mohegan Sun’s Walk of Fame star!
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 4, 2014) — Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce that Frankie Valli was honored yesterday with a Walk of Fame award. Taking place on the afternoon before his show on Sunday, November 2nd, the legendary singer now joins an elite list of entertainers who have stars lining the forecourt of the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Accepting the honor before a big crowd of fans, Valli said “when they told me I was going to be awarded this Walk of Fame I was very grateful, especially as it’s coming from one of my favorite facilities ever.”
There’s something about Frankie Valli’s music that makes young people of every generation want to get up and dance. Amid the Disco era, the Seasons hit it big with “Who Loves You,” which reached #3 in 1975, and “December 1963 (Oh, What a Night), a No. 1 record in 1976. On the other side of the Atlantic, “You’re Ready Now” and “The Night,” which didn’t do anything in the U.S., emerged from dance clubs in the north of England to become huge hits in Europe. Two decades later, in 1994, a dance club remix of “December 1963” climbed to #14 in the U.S. on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2000, a French-language rap version of “December 1963” went to #1 in Paris. And a few years ago—a remix of the Four Seasons’ 1967 hit “Beggin’ ” became the #1 dance record in Britain.
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. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the 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.
Nov 4, 2014 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
North American Tour comes to Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, January 9th featuring fan favorites from the hit ABC show
Mark Ballas and Whitney Carson are the first dancers revealed for the tour with more to be announced; Tickets on sale now
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 4, 2014) — Dancing with the Stars, ABC’s leading entertainment show, produced by BBC Worldwide Productions, is bringing a one-of-a-kind touring production to Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, January 9th for an 8:00pm show . The official 90-minute live show, DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE!, produced by Faculty Productions in association with BBC Worldwide, comes to Mohegan Sun showcasing some of the faces from the show you know and love.
Tickets are $45.00 and are on sale now through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster; call any Ticketmaster Charge by Phone number; 1.800.745.3000 or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets may also be purchased currently at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
The all-new DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! Tour will feature a cast of the television show’s most popular competitors, treating audiences to exciting and romantic performances. Dancing with the Stars dancers will choreograph brand new never-before-seen numbers and re-create some of the show’s most memorable moments. As announced during Monday’s broadcast, Mark Ballas and Witney Carson are the first two dancers revealed to be on the tour. Further announcements will be made throughout the season.
Mark Ballas said, “I’m looking forward to hitting the road and being able to perform live across North America. See you there!”
Witney Carson added, “I’m so excited to be a part of “Dancing with the Stars: Live!” I can’t wait to meet our fans and dance live for them!”
VIP Packages will be available through VIP Nation offering fans meet & greets, photo opportunities with cast, premium seats, exclusive merchandise and more. For more information, visit www.VIPNation.com.
Dancing with the Stars airs Mondays, 8:00pm EST on the ABC Television Network. Fans can check www.ABC.com/Dancing for full details on the DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! Tour.
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NOTES TO EDITORS
About BBC Worldwide. BBC Worldwide is the main commercial arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Its vision is to build the BBC’s brands, audiences, commercial returns and reputation across the world. This is achieved through investing in, ommercializing and showcasing content from the BBC around the world, in a way that is consistent with BBC standards and values. The business also champions British creativity globally.
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For more information, please contact:
DWTS TOUR:
Scoop Marketing / Melissa Munafo, 818-761-7136, [email protected]
Mohegan Sun:
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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. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the 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 30, 2014 | Special Events
WHAT:
Dascha Polanco, Vicky Jeudy and Adrienne C. Moore of the Netflix hit original series, Orange is the New Black host an exclusive Q&A and signing in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN/WHERE:
Friday, December 5th
8:30pm- Live Q&A
9:00pm- Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Get “locked up” for the most anticipated Reality Check event yet when cast members of the Emmy-award winning series, Orange is the New Black host an exclusive Q&A and signing in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Spend “time” with actresses Dascha Polanco, Vicky Jeudy and Adrienne C. Moore for a live Q&A and hear what it is like to be a part of the most talked about show of the past two years!
Dascha Polanco portrays the quiet and shy inmate, Dayanara “Daya” Diaz in Orange is the New Black. Polanco’s role as Diaz was her first full-time acting career. Following her breakout success, Polanco appeared in the 2013 independent film, Gimme Shelter and the 2014 comedy, The Cobbler.
Vicky Jeudy currently plays Janae Watson, a former high school track star turned inmate on Orange is the New Black. Jeudy loves empowering the youth in the urban communities.
Adrienne C. Moore is an American actress, singer, and voice over artist. She is a series regular on Netflix’s Orange is the New Black and plays Cindy Hayes aka “Black Cindy,” a brash and bold inmate who’s not afraid to tell it like it is. Moore has also appeared on the popular series Blue Bloods and 30 Rock. On stage she has portrayed such memorable characters as Keera in Kirsten Greenidge’s world premiere of Milk Like Sugar, for which Backstage hailed her as one of the“Most Memorable Performances”. Recently, she starred in the Chevrolet commercial for its new 2014 Cruz Diesel campaign.
**Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, signing personalization or personal photos for signing are prohibited. Dascha Polanco, Vicky Jeudy and Adrienne C. Moore will only be signing the headshots given out at event. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed starting at 6:30pm at the signing stage in The Shops concourse. Participants must have a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 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 view us on YouTube.