Apr 1, 2014 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
For the first time ever –Wolf Den wins award for “Casino of the Year” in small capacity; Mohegan Sun Arena also wins its 4th ACM Award
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 31, 2014) – It was recently announced in Las Vegas, NV that Mohegan Sun has won multiple ACM Industry Awards, sweeping the field for Casino awards. For the first time ever, the Wolf Den has won for “Casino of the Year” for small capacity venue. Mohegan Sun Arena has also won “Casino of the Year” for medium capacity venues. An unprecedented 4th ACM Industry award for the Arena!
Industry Awards are presented at the annual ACM Honors event to be held in Nashville on September 9th, 2014 and aired on CBS. The Industry Awards are a part of the 49th Annual ACM Awards and are recognized in the annual program book handed out during the award show in Las Vegas on April 6th.
“This is great recognition for our very dedicated and hard-working entertainment team for both our Arena and Wolf Den, said Tom Cantone, Senior Vice President of Sports & Entertainment for Mohegan Sun.” “Some of the biggest names in Country Music played our venue’s over the past year and the upcoming schedule is shaping up to be just as, if not more impressive, with acts like Brantley Gilbert, Alan Jackson, Jake Owen, Hunter Hayes, Thompson Square and Frankie Ballard all to perform.”
Cantone added, “The Industry Awards validate the success of our Wolf Den venue in its entirety. It has been recognized nationally as a very special venue that has helped in launching some of the next big names in Country music. It’s truly an honor to see so many acts that started in the Wolf Den, go on to sell out shows in our award-winning Arena.”
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked 3rd in the U.S. and 5th in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008, 2010 and 2013 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #3 in the Nation and #3 in the World for top stops in 2013 and also ranked the Arena in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. 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.
Mar 26, 2014 | Special Events
What:
Former major league baseball all-stars stop by Bow & Arrow Sports Bar to sign memorabilia and hang out with fans while watching the biggest rivalry in baseball take the field for their first series of 2014.
When/Where:
Friday, April 11th
7:30PM Signing Event
Bow & Arrow Sports Bar
In Detail:
Don’t miss your chance to watch some major league baseball with two of the sport’s finest! Join the former all-stars Luis Tiant and Dwight “Doc” Gooden to watch the Boston Red Sox take on the New York Yankees for their first series of 2014. The two baseball greats will be meeting fans and signing memorabilia at Bow & Arrow Sports Bar on Friday, April 11th.
Former pro pitcher Luis Tiant is a three time major league baseball all-star and is most known for his successful seasons with the Boston Red Sox. The right-hander has won an astounding 229 games, the “Babe Ruth Award” and was even inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame. Tiant’s last professional appearance was in 1992 for the Cleveland Indians.
New York Mets’ legend Dwight “Doc” Gooden left quite an impression on New York with his career debut for the Mets and his final appearance with the Yankees in 2000. Gooden is a four time all-star and three time World Series champion. The pitching pro led the league in strike outs and once pitched a no hitter during his time with the Yankees.
***Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Luis Tiant and Dwight “Doc” Gooden will only be signing one piece of memorabilia per person, per player. Photos taken with personal cameras are prohibited. Must be 21 or over to attend.
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.
Mar 24, 2014 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Naia Kete’s performance scheduled for this Thursday in the Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun is cancelled. Mohegan Sun apologizes for the inconvenience. There will be no performance in the Wolf Den for March 27th.
Wolf Den performances are free and open to the public. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
For more information on the Wolf Den 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.
Mar 18, 2014 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Superstar siblings to tour North America in their own all-new dance production, including stop at Mohegan Sun Arena on June 22nd
Superstar siblings Julianne and Derek Hough will star in their own all-new dance production, Move Live On Tour, onstage across North America beginning May 28 through July, 2014. Move Live On Tour will be a complete stage production, with sets, costumes and a cast of talented dancers, with the Hough’s headlining in solo, duet and group performances in styles ranging from ballroom and tap to Salsa and Hip-Hop and everything in-between. The performance heads to Mohegan Sun for a Sunday, June 22nd show beginning at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $30.00 and go on sale Friday, March 21st through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. 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, March 22nd subject to availability. More details are available at Mohegan Sun as well.
For tour routing and additional ticket information, visit moveliveontour.com. VIP packages will be available through VIPNation.com, giving fans the chance to purchase premium tickets, including backstage tours, pre-show parties and meet and greet opportunities with Julianne and Derek.
According to Derek and Julianne, “No matter where we go in the world, the question we hear most from people is ‘when are you going to do something together?’ We feel that everything we’ve done up to this point has led us to creating this show and we can’t wait to share it with our fans.” The Dancing With the Stars champions conceived the show, which they are staging with Tabitha and Napoleon D’umo (Nappytabs), best known for their Emmy Award-winning choreography on So You Think You Can Dance. “We’re so thrilled to be working with Nappytabs – their creative energy is perfectly aligned with ours and we couldn’t dream of better partners to bring Move Live On Tour to life.”
The pair, both of whom are also accomplished singers and musicians, promise musical surprises and special guest appearances in a show they describe as “a cross between a Broadway spectacular and the hippest, coolest dance party you’ve ever been to.” The Houghs and their Move Live On Tour troupe will also be going into local communities on the tour to engage local dance groups and non-profit organizations to include them in the whole “MOVE” experience in fun and unique ways, in order to encourage and celebrate dance.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked 3rd in the U.S. and 5th in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #3 in the Nation and #3 in the World for top stops in 2013 and also ranked the Arena in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. 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.
Mar 13, 2014 | Special Events
What: 
Emmy Award-winning writer and producer for the entertainment news show, Extra, presents her debut novel When the Cypress Whispers with an intimate live Q&A followed by a Book Signing Event.
When/
Where:
Friday, May 2nd
7:00pm – Live Q&A
Brothertown Meeting Room; upper level of Mohegan Sun’s Convention Center
8:00pm – Book Signing Event in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
In Detail:
Join Yvette Manessis Corporon as she gives readers a deeper look inside her debut novel When the Cypress Whispers. The successful writer, producer, journalist explores the thought-provoking novel during a live Q&A in the Brothertown Meeting Room located in the upper level of Mohegan Sun’s Convention Center. Afterwards Manessis Corporon will meet fans and sign copies of her novel in The Shops Concourse at Mohegan Sun.
Yvette Manessis Corporon has had years of experience working with some of the most iconic newsmakers and celebrities of our time. Most known for her work as Senior Producer for the syndicated entertainment news show Extra, Manessis Corporon is no stranger to creating stories that both captivate and inspire. Her writing in When the Cypress Whispers is sure to do just that as the reader is taken on a heartwarming journey through the bond of culture and family.
***Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Yvette Manessis Corporon will only be signing copies of her book When the Cypress Whispers, which will be for sale at Spin Street.
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.
Mar 10, 2014 | Special Events
What: 
Join the Grammy Award-winning band, Los Lonely Boys, after their live performance inside the Wolf Den for an exclusive signing Event of their CD, Revelation.
When/Where:
Saturday, March 22nd
Immediately Following Wolf Den Show – CD Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
In Detail:
Get up-close to the rockin’ Texas trio as they sign copies of their highly anticipated new studio album, Revelation. Fans can’t miss this exciting chance to meet the group and have their picture taken! The band of brothers will follow-up their live performance inside the Wolf Den with a special Signings & Sightings Event at The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
The Los Lonely Boys are a successful group of brothers who’s musical stylings range from Rock to Blues, Tex-Mex, Conjunto, and Tejano. Their debut single “Heaven” landed on the Billboard charts and launched the band into stardom. The Texas natives continue to tour constantly in addition to remaining active in several community causes.
To learn more about Los Lonely Boys visit their website.
***Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Los Lonely Boys will only be signing copies of Revelation. Photos taken with personal cameras are prohibited. This event is bracelet-only. Participants must purchase Revelation at Spin Street on the day of the event in order to receive a bracelet. One bracelet per CD purchased. 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.
