Nov 22, 2013 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Festivities include a life-size gingerbread house, holiday décor, a tree lighting ceremony and a special Nutcracker performance
UNCASVILLE, CT – Experience the magic of the season as Mohegan Sun’s World of Holiday Marvels kicks off on Thursday, December 5th. Come discover new tree scenes, ornaments, giant snowflakes and much more.
Starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, December 5th, holiday cookies, cocoa and cider will be available at the incredible life-size Gingerbread House in The Shops concourse. Created by Executive Pastry Chef Lynn Mansel and Mohegan Sun’s Culinary Pastry Team, this 28 foot tall masterpiece, made out of over 20,000 pounds of royal icing and cookies, is a must-see for the whole family. Visitors of all ages can walk through the house to view the small rooms filled with candied decorations guarded by four 7 foot edible nutcracker soldiers.
At 7:00pm, witness the lighting of the outdoor tree on screens throughout The Shops concourse featuring a spectacular indoor fireworks display. Afterwards, The Albano Ballet Company’s production of The Nutcracker will take place in the Mohegan Sun Arena at 7:30pm. Audience members will be captivated by lavish costumes, new theatrical scenery, international stars and a cast of over 100 dancers, making this the perfect evening to get into the holiday spirit.
Throughout the property, Mohegan Sun has set up a variety of holiday decorations. Casino of the Earth features ornaments and illuminated wreaths measuring over ten feet tall. The Shops concourse has been turned into a winter wonderland with a giant wreath, custom-designed snowflakes suspended over iceberg islands and life-size nutcracker statues. In the hotel lobby, a beautiful decorated tree defies gravity as it stands atop the reflecting pool.
New this year to the marvel collection is the 22 foot tall, handcrafted spiraling Sky Tree located in front of Ben & Jerry’s. Inspired by Mohegan Tribal traditions, this marvel is decorated with intricate beadwork, sculpted clay feathers and natural elements that encompass the spirit of the Mohegan Tribe. Be sure to also check out the fully restored ornament stack at Summer Valet as well as new additions to the Smudge Pot display in Earth Promotions.
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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, like on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Nov 13, 2013 | Entertainment, Special Events, Sports
Tickets for the inaugural Championship taking place at Mohegan Sun Arena available on November 15th
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 13, 2013) — All-session ticket packages for the 2014 American Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Championship will go on sale Friday, November 15th, at 10:00am via all Ticketmaster outlets. The championship will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena, March 7-10, 2014.
All 10 American teams will battle for the conference’s automatic NCAA tournament bid. The 2014 American Women’s Basketball Championship will showcase the 2013 defending national champion UConn, national runner-up Louisville, NCAA Tournament participant USF, and two WNIT competitors in Memphis and SMU. UCF, Cincinnati, Houston, Rutgers, and Temple will also contend for the title.
Package tickets to all nine games of the championship will be priced at $99.00 each, discounted by nearly one third of the face value. Ticket offices at all 10 American institutions will have all-session packages available, and tickets may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning November 15th, subject to availability.
Tickets can also be acquired by phone or online. To purchase via phone, call Ticketmaster at 1.800.745.3000. Both the Mohegan Sun website and Ticketmaster will have packages available for online purchase. For group sales (10 or more) information and discounts, please contact the Connecticut Sun Group Sales Department at 860.862.4000
The championship will be telecast via the ESPN family of networks. The first round and quarterfinals, scheduled for March 7th – 8th, will be carried live on ESPN3. The March 9th semifinals will be shown on ESPNU. The championship game, on March 10th, will appear on ESPN or ESPN2.
The American Digital Network, the league’s online home for live streaming audio and video, will provide fans with behind-the-scenes features and wrap-around content from the Championship. For all Championship information, please visit www.TheAmerican.org/WBB.
The American Athletic Conference (The American), which operated as the Big East Conference from 1979 to 2013, is a proud member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and located in Providence, Rhode Island. The American Athletic Conference comprises the following 10 member institutions: the University of Central Florida; University of Cincinnati, University of Connecticut, University of Houston, University of Louisville, University of Memphis, Rutgers University, Southern Methodist University, University of South Florida, and Temple University. In 2014-15, East Carolina University, Tulane University and the University of Tulsa become full members. The U.S. Naval Academy joins in football only in 2015. The American Athletic Conference is a member of the Bowl Championship Series. For more information on the Conference and its membership, please visit www.TheAmerican.org.
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 2012 and ranked it in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. Venues Today also named Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in mid-year Top Stops for 2013. 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 12, 2013 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Mohegan Sun’s all-night New Year’s Eve celebration kicks off on Tuesday, December 31st
UNCASVILLE, CT – Mohegan Sun will be throwing one of the biggest New Year’s Eve parties Connecticut has to offer on Tuesday, December 31st. Exclusive events, live entertainment and plenty of champagne will be available throughout the night, along with an extravagant finale in The Shops concourse as the crowd counts down to Midnight.
MOHEGAN SUN’S PARTY INTO THE NEW YEAR
Mohegan Sun’s “Party into the New Year” sponsored by Moët & Chandon starts at 10:00pm inside the Uncas Ballroom. The cost of entry is $75.00 and includes an open bar, music by Skam Artist DJ Sid Vicious, a champagne toast at Midnight and a breakfast buffet at 2:00am to keep the party going. Tickets are on sale now through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
COUNTDOWN IN THE SHOPS COUNCOURSE
Thousands of partygoers will gather at The Shops concourse as the clock strikes 12. Complimentary hats, horns and tiaras will be given out at Summer and Riverview coat checks starting at 5:00pm, available while supplies last. At 9:00pm, DJae Mêlée will begin to spin outside of Todd English’s Tuscany alongside skilled break-dancers. To top it off, a pyrotechnic display at Midnight will truly light up the New Year. To view some of the festivities from last year’s event, click here.
SHOWS
Mohegan Sun Arena will be featuring an exclusive Cirque Celebration show at 7:00pm. This 75-minute heart-pounding, non-stop colorful explosion of athleticism, acrobatic audacity and festive imagination will be the perfect way to ring in the New Year. Tickets are $25.00 and are available through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
At The Wolf Den, one of the most original 80’s tribute bands of all time, Rubix Kube, will be performing free shows at 8:00pm & 11:00pm. Come early as seating is limited. All guests must be 21 or older.
The Cabaret Theatre will bring the laughs for The Funniest New Year’s Eve in Connecticut as comedian Robert Kelly featuring Marvin Bell with special guest RC Smith take the stage at 10:00pm. Tickets are $44.50 and are available through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
NIGHTLIFE
Mohegan Sun’s newest nightclub, Avalon, will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party at 9:00pm with music by Clinton Sparks and a champagne toast at Midnight. The internationally renowned super-club is equipped with high-energy audio by EAW, in a stunning 10,000 square-foot setting. The event is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced.
VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock will be kicking off their New Year’s festivities at 9:00pm with music by Skam Artist DJ Jessica Who. Stick around for a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced.
Over at MIST, the celebration continues with a New Year’s party beginning at 11:00pm with
music by Danny Diggz. The party is for ages 21 and over and guests are encouraged to dress to impress.
If you are looking to grab a bite before Midnight, enjoy great food and live music by Kick at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at 10:30pm, or head over to The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House for a fun celebration starting at 10:30pm with music by DJ Cribb.
More information on Mohegan Sun’s Entertainment schedule can be found at mohegansun.com/entertainment.
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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, like on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Oct 25, 2013 | General News, Special Events, Sports
An evening of candid conversation with NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal on Saturday, November 23rd
WHAT: Hosted by ESPN’s Sage Steele, future hall of famer Shaquille O’Neal stars in an exclusive Winning Moments event on Saturday, November 23rd.
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, November 23rd
Doors Open: 7:00pm
Event Begins: 8:00pm
Location: Uncas Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun’s Winning Moments is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s greatest sports legends. Hosted by ESPN’s Sage Steele, Shaquille O’Neal will recall his finest winning moments in front of a live, participating audience. Get a first-hand account of Shaq’s incredible journey through 19 years of domination in the NBA.
Tickets are $25.00 per person and are on sale now through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
About Shaquille O’Neal
Shaquille O’Neal is widely regarded as one of the most dominant athletes of all time as well as one of the greatest centers in professional basketball history. O’Neal, a graduate of Louisiana State University, is one of the few pro players ever to reach the Finals with three different teams (Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat). He started his career with the Orlando Magic in 1992 and finished it with the Boston Celtics, retiring after 19 memorable seasons. During his career, “Shaq” would produce some of the most staggering numbers of any player to grace the hardwood as well as amassing countless accolades. He was named an all-star 15 times, a member of four professional Championship teams, 2-time scoring champ, 1992-1993 “Rookie of the Year” honors and holds claim to the 6th most total points in history with 28,596. O’Neal can now be seen regularly alongside colleagues and former basketball stars Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and host Ernie Johnson on TNT’s Inside the NBA.
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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, like on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Oct 21, 2013 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Live in the Arena on Sunday, January 19th; Tickets on sale October 28th
Bowzer will return to Mohegan Sun along with his Doo-Wop family for a great night of music that will include some of the best hits from the 50s and 60s. Bowzer’s Ultimate Doo-Wop Party Volume XIII hits Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, January 19th at 3:00pm.
Tickets are $35.00 and $25.00 and go on sale Monday, October 28th 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 Tuesday, October 28th, subject to availability.
Volume XIII brings together an incredible lineup of talent that will be sure to celebrate classic and legendary Rock & Roll like we’ve come to expect from Bowzer. In addition to Bowzer and The Stingrays, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Little Anthony and the Imperials will be playing their hits “Tears On My Pillow,” “Goin’ Out Of My Mind,” “Hurt So Bad,” “Two People In The World” and Gene Chandler joins the lineup as well, bringing his hits “Duke of Earl and “Groovy Situation” to the stage. Kenny Vance & The Planotones return, planning to rock the stage with their hit “Lookin’ For An Echo” and Jay Siegel’s Tokens will sing the hits “The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” “Tonight I Fell In Love,” “Portrait Of My Love” and “She Cried.” Further Doo-Wop Partiers include The Crystals with hits “Da Doo Ron Ron,” “He’s A Rebel” as well as Diamond Dave Somerville, original lead singer of The Diamonds, performing his hits.
“Little Darlin” and “The Stroll.” Lenny Cocco & The Chimes with “Once In A While,” “I’m In The Mood For Love” and Tony Middleton & The Willows with “Church Bells May Ring” will also be on-hand performing.
Plus special guest stars and teenage Doo-Wop sensations The Whiptones, will be making a special appearance.
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 2012 and ranked it in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. Venues Today also named Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in mid-year Top Stops for 2013. 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 15, 2013 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Mohegan Sun’s Bingo After Dark will light up the night on Saturday, November 30th.
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, November 30th
Doors Open: 9:00pm
Game Begins: 10:00pm
Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom
IN DETAIL: Back by popular demand, Mohegan Sun’s hottest late night bingo game returns in November. Taking place inside Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom, Bingo After Dark is an ultra-hip bingo game set against a neon backdrop.
Doors open at 9:00pm and the games begin at 10:00pm. The entry fee is $20 per person and covers eight rounds of bingo, entertainment and more. Players will have a chance to win cash prizes from a prize pool totaling $15,000. In between rounds, a DJ will be spinning and a cash bar will be available including complimentary soft drinks all night long.
Tickets are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster. Must be 21 years of age or older and a Momentum member to participate.
For more information, please visit the Mohegan Sun website or our YouTube page to check out past Bingo After Dark events.
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.
Festivities include a life-size gingerbread house, holiday décor, a tree lighting ceremony and a special Nutcracker performance
