Oct 4, 2016 | Entertainment
All-new show to feature Lindsay Arnold, Artem Chigvintsev, Sharna Burgess, Val Chmerkovskiy, Emma Slater, Jenna Johnson, Gleb Savchenko, Keo Motsepe, Alan Bersten, Hayley Erbert and special guest stars to be announced
America’s favorite dance show is going back on the road this winter
with Dancing with the Stars: Live! – We Came to Dance, giving fans the opportunity to see the best dancers in the business perform live in city. This all-new production showcases every type of ballroom and modern dance seen on ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars, including sizzling group performances, romantic duets, contemporary numbers and original pieces created specifically for the nationwide tour. Dancing with the Stars: Live! travels to Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st. Both shows will begin at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $45.00 and are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and 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.
Captivating audiences across the country, Dancing with the Stars: Live! – We Came to Dance features the hottest cast in dance including Lindsay Arnold, Alan Bersten, Sharna Burgess, Artem Chigvintsev, Val Chmerkovskiy, Hayley Erbert, Jenna Johnson, Keo Motsepe, Gleb Savchenko and Emma Slater with more casting to be announced*. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience the professional dancing, exquisite costumes and excitement they see in the ballroom every Monday night live in city.
“I’m excited to go on tour again and meet so many of our amazing fans across he country! It’s always incredible to see first hand the joy that Dancing with the Stars brings to so many people,” said pro dancer Sharna Burgess.
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 3, 2016 | Community Relations, General News, Special Events, Sports
Resort and casino will be the presenting sponsor of the 2017 charity golf season to benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Jimmy Fund Golf, the nation’s oldest and largest charity golf program, has announced that Mohegan Sun, one of the most acclaimed
entertainment,dining and gaming resorts in the United States, will be the presenting sponsor of its 2017 season. The charity golf program, consists of more than 160 volunteer-run tournaments held across New England and beyond that benefit the Jimmy Fund which supports patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
As the presenting sponsor of Jimmy Fund Golf, Mohegan Sun will offer premium prizes and other incentives at various Jimmy Fund Golf tournaments. Mohegan Sun will also host events for Dana-Farber patients and staff at the resort during the 2017 season.
“Mohegan Sun is very proud to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute,” said Jeffrey Hamilton, assistant general manager, Mohegan Sun. “Cancer is a disease that has impacted almost everyone in one way or another, and we share the same vision of the life-saving mission of Dana-Farber to end cancer.”
The Jimmy Fund Golf Classic form The International in Bolton, Mass, that took place on September 26th, marked the first Jimmy Fund Golf tournament in which Mohegan Sun was a partner. The inaugural Sunrise to Sunset Jimmy Fund Golf Tournament (Oct. 17), also at The International in Bolton, Mass., will be the next!
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Mohegan Sun, as the resort and casino is a premiere golfing destination in New England that also supports Dana-Farber’s mission to conquer cancer,” said Nancy Rowe, assistant vice president, Jimmy Fund Golf. “Its commitment to our program will help increase cancer awareness and continue to increase the impact Jimmy Fund Golf has on funding cancer care and research.”
To learn more about Jimmy Fund Golf, please visit www.jimmyfundgolf.org.
About Jimmy Fund Golf
Jimmy Fund Golf is the oldest and largest charity golf program in the country. Now in its 34th year, Jimmy Fund Golf has raised more than $110 million to support adult and pediatric cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. From 18-hole golf tournaments to mini golf events and day-long golf marathons, golfers of all ages and skill levels can conquer cancer through Jimmy Fund Golf. To learn more, visit www.jimmyfundgolf.org.
About the Jimmy Fund
The Jimmy Fund (www.JimmyFund.org) solely supports Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, raising funds for adult and pediatric cancer care and research to improve the chances of survival for cancer patients around the world. The Jimmy Fund is the official charity of the Boston Red Sox, the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, the Pan-Mass Challenge, and the Variety Children’s Charity of New England. Since 1948, the generosity of millions of people has helped the Jimmy Fund save countless lives and reduce the burden of cancer for patients and families worldwide. Follow the Jimmy Fund on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thejimmyfund and on Twitter: @TheJimmyFund.
About Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
From achieving the first remissions in cancer with chemotherapy in 1948, to developing the very latest new therapies, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is one of the world’s leading centers of cancer research and treatment. It is the only center ranked in the top 4 of U.S. News and World Report’s Best Hospitals for both adult and pediatric cancer care.
Dana-Farber sits at the center of a wide range of collaborative efforts to reduce the burden of cancer through scientific inquiry, clinical care, education, community engagement, and advocacy. Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center provides the latest in cancer care for adults; Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center for children. The Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center unites the cancer research efforts of five Harvard academic medical centers and two graduate schools, while Dana-Farber Community Cancer Care provides high quality cancer treatment in communities outside Boston’s Longwood Medical Area.
Dana-Farber is dedicated to a unique 50/50 balance between cancer research and care, and much of the Institute’s work is dedicated to translating the results of its discovery into new treatments for patients locally, and around the world.
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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.
Sep 29, 2016 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Mohegan Sun’s 20th Anniversary is just around the corner, and guests are invited to the Uncas Ballroom to celebrate the huge milestone in style, with Chrissy Teigen, Anna Kendrick, Robin Thicke and more!
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 29, 2016) – As Mohegan Sun is set for a month long celebration of 20 years, the biggest party of them all will be on Saturday, October 15th at 10:00pm for the 20th Anniversary Ballroom After Party! Guests can purchase tickets now to enjoy music by JAYCEEOH, DJ Cassidy and celebrity DJ and producer, Timbaland and to party with Chrissy Teigen, Anna Kendrick, Joe Manganiello and many more. Guests looking for VIP seating and bottle service can call 860.861.0744.
Other special celebrity guests for Mohegan Sun’s red carpet and Ballroom blowout event include:
- Teresa Giudice (Stars on Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey)
- Martin Sensmeier (Actor starring in The Magnificent Seven, currently in theaters)
- Ramona Singer (Stars on Bravo’s, The Real Housewives of NYC)
- Melissa Gorga (Stars on Bravo’s, The Real Housewives of New Jersey)
- Vicki Gunvalson (Stars on The Real Housewives of Orange County, Vicki is one of the first-ever cast members of the incredibly popular hit TV series)
- Clive Standen (Starring actor on the hit History Channel TV series, Vikings)
- Jojo Fletcher (Real estate developer from Dallas, Texas and recent star on ABC’s The Bachelor)
- Robin Thicke (Grammy-nominated and platinum-selling R&B musician and songwriter.)
- Brody Jenner (Model and TV personality who starred on Keeping Up with the Kardashians and The Hills)
- Tyson Beckford (Famous model and actor known worldwide who has also guest hosted on MTV, E! and VH1)
- Cassie Ventura (Recording artist, dancer, actress, model and New London, CT native)
- Wes Welker (Beloved former wide receiver of the New England Patriots)
- Annabelle Acosta (Cuban-American film & television actress starring in HBO’s Ballers)
- Johnny Damon (Former Red Sox and Yankee’s player, 2-time World Series champion)
On Saturday, October 15th, Mohegan Sun Arena will be hosting a very special performance by the one and only Fergie, as well. The evening prior, October 14th, Mohegan Sun will be presenting “Kevin Hart’s 20th Anniversary Comedy All-Star Gala” hosted by Kevin Hart starring Sarah Silverman, Dave Attell, Margaret Cho and more. Tickets for both shows are available for purchase on ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000.
From Country to comedy and Hip-Hop to Rock n’ Roll, the East Coast’s top entertainment destination is rolling out the red carpet for the world’s biggest performers and celebrity talent in what is sure to be the must-see celebration of the fall season. For more information on all of the entertainment, promotions and special events surrounding the celebration, visit Mohegansun.com/20
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, Instagram @mohegansun, view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Sep 23, 2016 | Entertainment
Rockers are live in the Arena on February 24th
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 23, 2016) – Panic! At The Disco yesterday announced that they will embark on the Death Of A Bachelor Tour, a headline U.S. arena run in celebration of the success of their gold-certified fifth studio album Death Of A Bachelor, supported by MisterWives and special guests Saint Motel. The 35-city tour kicks off February 24th in Connecticut at Mohegan Sun Arena. The show begins at 7:00pm.
Tickets are $59.50 & $49.50 and go on sale Friday, September 30th 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 starting Saturday, October 1st, subject to availability.
Earlier this summer, the Recording Industry Association of America honored Panic! At The Disco with the gold certification of their album Death Of A Bachelor for exceeding 500,000 units sold. Death Of A Bachelor was one of only eleven albums released in 2016 to receive an RIAA certification this year, and the only alternative genre release to reach this milestone. The album also spawned RIAA certified gold singles “Hallelujah” and “Victorious.”
The New York Times praised the album saying, “[it] evokes both the flamboyant swagger of Queen and the mechanized gleam of Daft Punk.” P!ATD’s summer co-headline tour with Weezer played to more than half a million fans and was a critical success with media praising their live show as “explosive, anthemic” (Pollstar) and “action-packed minutes of skyscraping vocals and inventive visuals” (Indianapolis Star) while calling Urie’s showmanship “[a]Freddie Mercury-channeling vision of modern rock ‘n’ roll excess” (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel).
Produced by Jake Sinclair, Death Of A Bachelor marks the first release from Panic! At The Disco in nearly two years, following 2013’s acclaimed Too Weird To Live, Too Rare To Die!. Aside from debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200 Chart, the album has produced five top 15-charting hits on the “Hot Rock Songs” chart with “Hallelujah,” “Emperor’s New Clothes,” “LA Devotee,” current single “Don’t Threaten Me With A Good Time,” and the album’s energetic, lead single “Victorious” charting Top 10 at Alternative.
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.
Sep 22, 2016 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Join Anson Mount and Robin McLeavy, stars of Hell on Wheels, for a special Reality Check event to kick off the month of October at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN: Saturday, October 1st
6:00pm – Live Q&A
6:30pm – Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Join Anson Mount and Robin McLeavy from the popular American Western series Hell on Wheels as they make an exclusive appearance during a special edition 20th Anniversary edition Reality Check event on October 1st. Stop by The Shops concourse to see the stars of this highly-regarded period drama in a Q&A and autograph session.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Anson Mount and Robin McLeavy will only be signing the headshots given out at event OR 1 personal item per guest. There will be no personalization. Photos taken with personal cameras are prohibited. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed starting at 4:00pm at the signing location in The Shops concourse. Participants must have a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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.
Sep 21, 2016 | Food & Beverage, Special Events
Tickets for Sun Wine & Food Fest are on sale now! 
Download the Sun WFF app for up to date chefs & events!
Uncasville, CT (September 21, 2016) – This year, our premier event has even more to indulge in! Join us for a world-class celebration of food and drink –The 14th annual Sun Wine & Food Fest, January 27th – 29th inside the Uncas Ballroom. Discover a feast for all of your senses showcasing over 20 celebrity chefs and winemakers as well as 1,000 wines, craft beers, select spirits and signature dishes from New England’s finest restaurants. Attend high-end events including the Celebrity Chef Dine Around featuring Chef Roblé Ali and Todd English, Elite Cru & Bourbon Tastings as well as the Grand Tasting on Saturday and two brand new events!
Bourbon Tasting
Get your weekend started early and warm your palate during Bourbon Tasting inside the Uncas Ballroom. The tasting, which runs from 6:00pm to 9:00pm invites guests to mix and mingle while getting a taste of the finest bourbon from Jim Beam, cigars and delectable food selections from Bear’s Smokehouse.
Tickets to the Bourbon Tasting are $90.00 per person.
Aarón Sánchez’s Mexican Night Market
Fiesta your way into the weekend at Sun Wine & Food Fest’s Mexican Night Market with award-winning chef and TV personality, Aarón Sánchez. The Mexican Night Market takes place inside the Uncas Ballroom on Friday, January 27th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Aarón’s traditional and trendy recipes are on the menu for a night full of sampling, socializing and tequila cocktails!
Tickets for Aarón Sánchez’s Mexican Night Market are $90.00 per person.
The Grand Tasting
Sample over 1,000 varieties of wine and beer during the Sun Wine & Food Fest Grand Tasting on Saturday, January 28th! Sip some of the best in wine and beer, plus an array of specialty spirits, inside the Convention Center. Foodies can sample signature dishes from the region’s most highly-rated restaurants. The Main Culinary Stage features a day full of celebrity chef demonstrations from Aarón Sánchez, Michele Ragussis and more!
Tickets to the Saturday Sun Wine & Food Fest Grand Tasting are $99.00. The event runs from Noon to 5:00pm.
Elite Cru Tasting
Taste “the-best-of-the-best” vintages and get one-on-ones with the winemakers during the Sun Wine & Food Fest Elite Cru Tasting. On Saturday, learn the principals behind their craft and get a closer look into some of the finer wines Sun Wine & Food Fest has to offer. This event runs from 3:00pm to 5:00pm inside The Cabaret Theatre.
Tickets to Elite Cru Tasting are $210.00 each. The ticket price includes the Elite Cru Tasting as well as entry into the Sun Wine & Food Fest Grand Tasting and a $50.00 iGourmet gift card.
Celebrity Chef Dine Around
On Saturday, January 28th guests are invited to the Celebrity Chef Dine Around to watch the masters at work. Celebrity chefs such as Govind Armstrong, Rocco Dispirito and Manouschka Guerrier will be on-hand serving up their best recipes at several live cooking stations. Enjoy the pairing of fine wine or premium beer to match each signature dish.
The Celebrity Chef Dine Around will take place inside the Uncas Ballroom from 8:00pm to 10:30pm. Tickets are $199.00 each.
Brunch with Batali
Wind down the weekend at the Sun Wine & Food Fest by attending an exclusive brunch hosted by Mario Batali! The brunch includes all food and beverages, a copy of the Mario Batali BIG American Cookbook and the chance to have it autographed.
Brunch with Batali is $90.00 per person and runs 11:00am to 2:00pm inside the Uncas Ballroom.
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 Ticket Package. The package is $150.00 and includes entry into both events.
Enjoy Aarón Sánchez’s Mexican Night Market and the Grand Tasting on Saturday with the Aarón Sánchez Double Feature Package. This package is $150.00 and includes entry into both events.
The Saturday Wine and Food 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.
Guests looking to experience a little bit of everything are able to purchase the Wine and Food Weekend Package which includes entry into the Grand Tasting, the Celebrity Chef Dine Around and Brunch with Batali. This package is $325.00 per person.
The Premium Wine and Food Weekend Package is the all-encompassing Sun Wine & Food Fest package. The package is $450.00 and includes entry into the Grand Tasting, Elite Cru, Celebrity Chef Dine Around and Brunch with Batali.
For more information about all Sun Wine & Food Fest 2017 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 the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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.com/mohegansun, follow us ontwitter.com/mohegansun, Instagram @mohegansun, view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Sep 20, 2016 | Entertainment
Performing live in Mohegan Sun Arena on February 17th
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 20, 2016) – Multi-platinum selling and Grammy Award-nominated artist, Ariana Grande, yesterday revealed details behind her biggest tour yet – The Dangerous Woman Tour. Produced and promoted exclusively by Live Nation, The Dangerous Woman Tour will be live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, February 17th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $129.95, $99.95, $79.95 & $59.95 and go on sale Saturday, September 24th 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 starting Sunday, September 25th, subject to availability.
Within less than a year, Ariana Grande captured #1 on the Billboard Top 200 twice—first with her Republic Records debut Yours Truly and also with its 2014 follow-up, My Everything.
Yours Truly yielded the game-changing pop smash “The Way” featuring Mac Miller, which went triple-platinum, landed in the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, and seized #1 on the iTunes Overall Top Songs chart. Meanwhile, the platinum-selling My Everything garnered a Grammy Award nomination for “Best Pop Vocal Album” and spawned the six times-platinum hit “Problem.” Upon the single’s release, Ariana became “the youngest woman to debut with over 400K sold first-week,” while the song ranked as the 5th “highest digital song debut for a female artist” and 9th highest ever. Moreover, it debuted at #1 in 85 countries, topping the iTunes Overall Top Songs and Pop Songs charts for four weeks.
During release week, My Everything was #1 on Spotify as Ariana personally rose to #1 on Billboard’s Artists 100 chart. She also became the first woman in history and the first artist since Michael Jackson to simultaneously have three songs—“Problem,” “Break Free” featuring Zedd, and “Bang Bang” with Nicki Minaj and Jessie J—in the Top 6 of the Digital Songs Chart. “Bang Bang” went platinum and was Grammy-nominated for “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” By the end of the year, she landed four songs in the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100; the most of any artist in 2014. Ariana has enjoyed five Hot 100 Top 10 smashes.
In 2013, Ariana was named “Best New Artist” at the American Music Awards. Other accolades followed, with Ariana winning “Favorite Breakout Artist” at the People’s Choice Awards 2014, the “Young Influencer Award” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the “Radio Disney Chart Topper Award,” “Choice Female Artist” and “Choice Single” “Problem” at the 2014 Teen Choice Awards, and more. At the 2014 MTV VMAS, “Problem” was named “Best Pop Video” as well. In November, Ariana took home the award for “Favorite Female Artist – Pop/Rock” at the 2015 American Music Awards.
2016 sees Ariana release her mega-anticipated third full-length album, Dangerous Woman, driven by the title track, which captured #1 on both iTunes Overall Top Songs Chart and Top Pop Songs Chart minutes after release. Dangerous Woman also debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, earning her the distinction of becoming the first artist to debut on the chart with the lead single from her first three albums.
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.
Sep 16, 2016 | Special Events
WHAT: 
WFSB hosts a casting call for the CBS hit show, The Amazing Race on Wednesday, October 5th at The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN/WHERE:
Wednesday, October 5th
2:00pm-6:00pm- Casting Call for The Amazing Race
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Calling all thrill-seekers! Get ready to race on over to Mohegan Sun for your chance to audition for the Emmy Award-winning CBS reality series, The Amazing Race. Channel 3 WFSB will hold an open casting call on Wednesday, October 5th. Teams of two will be interviewed in The Shops concourse from 2:00pm-6:00pm for their shot at reality show stardom and the one million dollar grand prize!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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 visitingmohegansun.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.
Sep 15, 2016 | Entertainment
Performing live in Mohegan Sun Arena on April 27th & 28th 
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 15, 2016) – EMI Nashville recording artist Eric Church is hitting the road next spring and will bring the “Holdin’ My Own Tour” to Mohegan Sun Arena on April 27th and April 28th. Both shows will begin at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $99.00, $79.00 & $59.00 and go on sale Friday, September 23rd 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 starting Saturday, September 24th, subject to availability.
For the first time ever, there will be no support act on this tour. Eric Church and the ECB will play two full sets with an intermission in between. In an effort to ensure his core fans get great tickets at face value, Church is revamping the pre-sale and on-sale process to eliminate scalpers from the equation.
“In this era where growing inequality seems to be the norm, we wanted to do everything within our power to put the advantage back in the hands of true fans rather than those that take advantage of the system, and by extension our people,” said John Peets, Church’s manager. “It was important to us to invest time into evaluating and redesigning the ticket buying process and build the technology to level the playing field.”
Church has secured a larger allotment of fan club tickets than in the past so Church Choir members will have much better success buying tickets in the pre-sale. The Church Choir pre-sale will be the ONLY pre-sale. There will be no venue, credit card or radio pre-sales. Church and his team developed a new fan club pre-sale system that allows them to remove scalpers from the pre-sale process before it even happens. Scalpers that are found to be gaming the system and posing as real fans won’t receive the buy link at all.
As on past tours, Church will continue to cancel any and all orders found to be made by scalpers. New for the Holdin’ My Own Tour, Church commissioned a proprietary technology that scrubs ticket purchases using up to 10 different data points and automatically flags orders made by scalpers. Orders may be cancelled at any time and without warning. Church cautions fans to stay away from the secondary market because it’s likely that tickets found there will be invalid by the time the show happens.
Finally, delivery of all ticket orders will be delayed until the days leading up to each show. Church hopes that this will make it impossible for scalpers to complete their transactions.
By doing this – investing time and energy to create a more efficient and balanced model – the Church team is not only communicating directly to the fans the best source for face value tickets, but also building a model that protects fans and can be adopted by the industry as a whole.
“The way this album came together mandated we release it as a surprise, straight to our fans, as it was important for me to deliver the music the same way the creativity hit me—directly and swiftly. What I didn’t anticipate is that it left me scratching my head a little as this year was supposed to be spent writing.” Church continues, “What this year’s open schedule did afford us was time to think through the way the fans experience our music live, and it was important to us that we find a way to stick to these same principles when it came to approaching our shows, down to the way they go on sale.”
Church’s 2014-2015’s The Outsiders World Tour topped Billboard’s “Hot Tours” consistently after Church set new attendance records in five markets. The Outsiders World Tour saw Church performing to over 800,000 fans in more than 65 cities with nearly 20 stops from September 2014 through September of 2015 and was named one of Rolling Stone Magazine’s Must-See Tours.
For further details on the ticketing system plus tour information, “These Boots by Lucchese” and Church’s custom-designed Gibson Hummingbird Dark on tour, go to www.ericchurch.com.
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.
Sep 13, 2016 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Celebration on November 11th to feature a benefit concert with performances by Dropkick Murphys, Godsmack, Tony Orlando, Madison Rising
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 14, 2016) – Career fairs, workshops, The Wall That Heals, a charity concert and so much more – the possibilities are endless at the second annual Vets Rock at Mohegan Sun this Veterans Day. Hosted by Til Duty is Done and Mohegan Sun, the day will feature special services and activities for veterans and their families.
Vets Rock Concert
Mohegan Sun Arena presents a very special Vets Rock Benefit Concert beginning at 7:30pm on November 11th. The concert, emceed by Tony Orlando, will feature performances by Dropkick Murphys, Godsmack, emcee Tony Orlando and Madison Rising with appearances by the NYFD Emerald Society and Tat Holler. Tickets are $30.00 and go on sale Friday, September 16th 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. Complimentary tickets will be given to the first 250 Veterans who register for the day’s events at VetsRock.info.
Wounded Veterans VIP Experience
Mohegan Sun and Til Duty Is Done are extremely proud to announce an exclusive partnership with American Airlines to give a very special group of wounded Veterans a once in a lifetime experience. American Airlines will be chartering a commercial jet to fly 24 veterans and their families from Wounded Warrior Transition Units around the country to Connecticut for an unforgettable “High Roller” experience during Vets Rock. The veterans will arrive in Connecticut on Wednesday, November 9th and will be put up in Mohegan Sun’s hotel for three nights with VIP privileges and services their entire stay.
The Wall That Heals
From November 10th through November 13th, The Wall That Heals will be set up and on display for visitors in the outdoor Winter Parking lot at Mohegan Sun. A mobile replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The Wall That Heals bears the names of the more than 58,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam and honors the millions of Americans who served during the Vietnam War. The half-scale replica of the The Wall and a mobile Education Center spread The Wall’s healing legacy to hundreds of thousands across the country.
Career Fair & Workshops
Vets Rock is also taking over Mohegan Sun’s Convention Center. All convention rooms and the full 38,000 square-foot Uncas Ballroom will be converted into a conference space featuring a career fair, resume assistance, professional suit fittings and more.
Half of the Convention Center will host the Hiring Our Heroes Workshop with interview prep and resume assistance. Guests will also have the opportunity to be fitted for a professional suit by Save-A-Suit. From 10:00am to 6:00pm, veterans are invited to take part in the career fair featuring at least 100 employers from throughout the state. The career fair will take place in the other half of the Convention Center. A family area will be available where veterans can bring their children while they explore the services available. For more information and to register for the day’s events please visit VetsRock.info.
About Til Duty is Done
Til Duty is Done is an organization helping to restore and improve the lives of veterans. Targeting veterans who are at risk for homelessness, Til Duty is Done creates delineates an efficient path to success to enable our veterans to have sustainable post military employment. Their mission is to serve, empower and engage veterans through supportive housing and employment opportunities. For more information on Till Duty is Done please visit www.tdid.org.
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 85 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.
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