Feb 3, 2009 | Food & Beverage
This Valentine’s Day, sweep your loved ones off their feet and let Mohegan Sun’s culinary staff do the cooking with hearty gourmet dishes including Steak Diane, Bourbon Pan-Roasted Lobster Tail, Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Seafood Stuffing and Veal Porterhouse. The romantic evening will conclude with a selection of desserts located throughout the property on February 14th.
Pompeii & Caesar will offer a 16-ounce Veal Porterhouse served with Barolo Sauce, Olive Oil Whipped Potatoes, Chef’s Vegetable and a Modern Banana Split for dessert from 5:00pm to 11:00pm at $44.00 per person. Reservations are recommended.
The Longhouse will serve a Surf & Turf dish consisting of Steak Diane, Bourbon Pan-Roasted Lobster Tail, Potato Gnocchi, Roasted Baby Vegetables and a Modern Banana Split from 5:00pm to 11:00pm at $50.00 per person. Reservations are recommended.
Todd English’s Tuscany will offer a four course meal starting with Oysters with Caviar and Papaya, followed by Swordfish with Tamarind, Broccolini and Sweet Potatoes, then a Rack of Lamb with Madeira Jus, Ratatouille and Potato Purée and a dessert course of Baklava Cheesecake. The special will be offered at $60.00 and will be served from 4:00pm to 11:00pm. Reservations are recommended.
Bamboo Forest will prepare Crispy Steak and Grand Marnier Prawns for two from 5:00pm to 11:00pm at $65.00. Reservations are recommended.
Birches Bar & Grill will feature Soup du Jour or House Salad followed by Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Seafood Stuffing and a Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce, Baby Carrots, Wild Mushroom Polenta and a Modern Banana Split from 11:30am to 1:30am at $28.00 per person.
Fidelia’s will offer a cup of Soup du Jour or Fidelia’s Side Salad with your choice of Salmon Wellington with Sauce Choron and a Sautéed Vegetable Nest at $22.00 or a 12-ounce Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Garlic Butter and Fried Shrimp along with a Sautéed Vegetable Nest at $25.00. Both are served with Dark Chocolate Raspberry Torte and Champagne Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream for dessert.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
Feb 2, 2009 | Entertainment
Hilarious comedian performs in the Arena on Friday, April 3rd
Talk-show host and stand-up comedian Joel McHale is set to deliver his hysterical brand of humor live in Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, April 3rd at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $30.00 and go on sale Saturday, February 7th 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, February 8th subject to availability.
As the current host of E!’s enormously popular celebrity news show The Soup, Joel McHale got his start in show business back in the 90s as part of a sketch-comedy group in downtown Seattle. Since then McHale has been on such TV staples as CSI: Miami, Will & Grace, Pushing Daisies, a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Countdown with Keith Olbermann and on radio’s The Adam Carolla Show. Next up McHale is starring opposite Matt Damon and Scott Bakula in the Steven Soderbergh directed film The Informant.
For more information on Joel McHale 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.
Jan 26, 2009 | Entertainment
A rare performance in the Arena for one night only
Denis Leary and special guests are coming to Uncasville for a hysterical night of stand-up comedy live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, March 28th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $66.00, $46.00 and $31.00 and a
re on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and 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.
Star and co-creator of FX’s hit drama Rescue Me, Denis Leary got his start in show biz as a stand-up comedian in Boston back in the early 80s. Leary has since been nominated as an actor for both a Golden Globe and an Emmy, and recently released his first book titled Why We Suck: A Feel Good Guide to Staying Fat, Loud, Lazy and Stupid.
For more information on Denis Leary’s Rescue Me Comedy Tour 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.
Jan 26, 2009 | Entertainment
Performance in the Arena on Tuesday, May 12th
World renowned vocal group Il Divo are making a trip to Connecticut for a very special performance in Mohegan Sun Arena on Tuesday, May 12th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $96.50, $76.50 and $56.50 and go on sale Saturday, January 31st 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, February 1st, subject to availability.
Since coming together in 2004, four of the greatest voices in the world, David Miller, Carlos Marín, Urs Buhler and Sébastien Izambard have spearheaded an entire musical genre by bringing the sound of Opera to the world of popular music. With over twenty-two million albums sold to date, Il Divo continues to confirm performances around the world as part of their massive touring plans for 2009 in support of their fifth album The Promise which is approaching platinum status in the U.S. The new show will be staged and choreographed by William Baker (Kylie Minogue, Jamiroquai) on a state-of-the-art set, with tour wardrobes designed by Giorgio Armani, featuring outfits from Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani and Armani Collezioni collections.
The show will feature repertoire from their five albums and several new songs, with Il Divo on stage the entire evening. They will perform for approximately ninety minutes with a twenty minute intermission integrated into the set (there will be no support).
For more information on Il Divo 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.
Jan 23, 2009 | Food & Beverage, Shopping, Special Events
An assortment of dining and retail specials will be
offered in February at The Shops at Mohegan Sun
Make Mohegan Sun your one-stop Valentine’s Day shopping destination, with treats for your sweet from jewelry to candles, apparel, dining and more. To help you choose the perfect gift, several of The Shops at Mohegan Sun will offer specials to please your loved ones and your wallet.
• America’s Memories: Reminisce and rediscover days gone by with images of some of America’s iconic figures. Celebrities from television, motion picture, sports, politics and music come to life in this unique venue. Buy one Valentine’s greeting card and get another at half price. Also, 40% off couples dual autographed photos (signified by a red heart sticker). Swarovski crystal Valentine’s Day heart products are offered at 25% off. All offers are currently running and will expire on February 15th.
• Big Bubba’s BBQ: Bringing authentic southern cuisine North of the Mason-Dixon Line, Bubba’s takes taste buds on a journey south, offering a choice of barbeque styles from various states. Slow cooking wood burning pits give “down-home” flavor to ribs, chicken, pork, brisket and other traditional favorites. Godfrey Polistina, whose past successes include Carmine’s, Virgil’s and the three-star Quest in New York City, brings his unique ability to create a perfect culinary experience to Mohegan Sun. Big Bubba’s BBQ will serve a Beef & Reef (Filet Mignon and BBQ Shrimp), a choice of soup or salad, dessert and a special gift for female guests on February 14th. The cost will be $49.95 per couple.
• Galina’s European Boutique: A European-style intimate apparel boutique featuring exquisite furs, estate jewelry, intimate lingerie, designer evening wear and accessories. Galina’s can dress a woman from head to toe. Galina’s European Boutique will feature beautiful “teddies” for Valentine’s Day and 15% will be taken off Pandora bracelets and beads with the purchase of any night wear piece. In addition, a 30% discount will be applied on all fine jewelry. These promotions are currently running and will expire on February 15th.
• Geno’s Fast Break Food Court: Step into Geno’s Fast Break Food Court and taste award-winning dishes from around the world! Stimulate your palate with sumptuous dishes ranging from Italian, Asian, Mexican, deli sandwiches, salads, desserts and more. All at an unbeatable price.
• Geno’s Pub: A great place for watching a game or to have lunch, dinner or a quick snack, the warm and comfortable atmosphere is why Geno’s Pub has become such a popular hang out. Start your night here; with so much to taste and experience, you may never want to leave! On February 14th Geno’s Pub and Geno’s Fast Break Food Court will serve a meal for two that will include a garden salad, any two Geno’s Choice Steaks and dessert for $64.99.
• Lalo Treasures: Lalo Treasures infuses imaginative resin giftware with aesthetic arts and crafts which include accessories, tableware, home décor and more. Offering 15% off of all fine jewelry and perfumes from February 12th through 14th.
• Michael Jordan’s Steak House: Specializing in prime aged steaks, this steak house is known for its classic/contemporary steak house cuisine, award-winning wine selection, personalized service and architectural excellence. Celebrate Valentine’s Day early from February 9th through 12th with special dinner options for two. For more information and reservations, please visit mohegansun.com or contact Michael Jordan’s Steak House at 1.888.226.7711 ext. 28600.
• Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe: This restaurant features modern cuisine in a contemporary setting that highlights Michael Jordan’s great basketball career. It offers friendly, upbeat, quality service in a new millennium sports café. Celebrate Valentine’s Day early from February 9th through 12th with special dinner options for two. For more information and reservations, please visit mohegansun.com or contact Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe at 1.888.226.7711 ext. 22323.
• SolToro Tequila Grill: Located in Casino of the Sky, this authentic Mexican restaurant opened in the summer of 2007 and features handmade guacamole and tortillas. The bar menu includes a list of eighty tequilas, offering blanco, reposado, and anejo selections, specialty margaritas and tequila-based cocktails. Guests can enjoy food and drink specials for one, two or a crowd on February 14th.
• The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store: Take a journey back to a kinder, gentler era at The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store. Let us stimulate your senses with our nostalgic environment as we recreate the experience of the old-fashioned, turn-of-the-century inspired general store. The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store is bound to strike your fancy. Offering a selection of Valentine’s Day gifts for everyone including Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls, singing and dancing toy animals, candy and Valentine’s Day gag gifts. On February 14th, all Valentine’s Day products will be offered at half price.
Couples are also reminded to enjoy the “Ceremony of the Strawberry Moon” at The Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun which includes champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, followed by a 50 or 80 minute massage and a jasmine flower bath for two. The promotion is offered year-round at $380.00 and $425.00 per couple.
Additionally the following shops and restaurants are located at The Shops at Mohegan Sun: Ben & Jerry’s, Boccelli, Brookstone, Caché, Cascade Electronics, Chico’s, Citizen Watch, Coach, Godiva Chocolatier, Imus Ranch Coffee, Jasper White’s Summer Shack, Jaz, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Johnny Rockets, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Landau, Lucky’s Lounge, LUSH Cosmetics, Lux Bond & Green, Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold, Oriental Fine Arts & Crafts, PUMA®, Spin Street, Starbucks Coffee, Sunglasses USA, Sun Shoes, Swarovski, The Golf Shop, Tommy Bahama, Trading Cove, Trailblazer, Tiffany & Co., Ultra 88 Night Club and Yankee Candle.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
Jan 21, 2009 | Entertainment
One show, five bands, all tickets just $31.00
Fall Out Boy has announced the dates for the ‘Believers Never Die Part Deux’ tour, the band’s 2009 headline arena tour, and they will be stopping at Mohegan Sun Arena on Wednesday, April 29th at 6:30pm. Supporting Fall Out Boy will be Cobra Starship, All Time Low, Metro Station and Hey Monday.
All tickets are just $31.00 and go on sale Friday, January 23rd 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, January 24th subject to availability.
Fall Out Boy has built up a loyal following through relentless touring; they have performed over 1200 shows since their inception in 2000. The band’s 2007 release Infinity On High debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart and was the follow-up to From Under The Cork Tree, their Island debut of May 2005, which spent seventy-two weeks on the Billboard 200 chart. Hailing from Chicago, Fall Out Boy – Patrick Vaughn Stump (vocals/guitar), Pete Wentz (bass), Joe Troh¬man (guitar) and Andy Hurley (drums) – have appeared on the covers of Rolling Stone, Spin, Blender, and Alternative Press and have performed on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien, CBS’s The Late Show with David Letterman, ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live and more. They have won three MTV Video Music Awards and have received a Grammy nomination as well.
For more information on Fall Out Boy with special guests Cobra Starship, All Time Low, Metro Station and Hey Monday 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.
Jan 21, 2009 | Entertainment
Live at Mohegan Sun on Friday, April 24th
One of America’s beloved classic crooners Johnny Mathis will be performing live in Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, April 24th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $35.00 and are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and 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.
With over fifty years in the business and one of only five recording artists to have Top 40 hits spanning each decade since 1955, legendary Johnny Mathis takes the stage with such classics as “Wonderful, Wonderful,” “It’s Not For Me To Say,” “Chances Are,” “Misty” and “Too Much, Too Little, Too Late.”
For more information on Johnny Mathis 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.
Jan 20, 2009 | Entertainment
Performance in the Arena on Saturday, May 9th
The Killers have announced a second leg of dates for their current tour in support of the band’s latest opus, Day & Age, which surfaced last fall. The Killers will perform live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, May 9th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $59.50 and $40.50 and go on sale Saturday, January 24th 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, January 25th subject to availability.
The Las Vegas-based group worked with Scottish electronic-music whiz Stuart Price (Madonna, Missy Elliot) on Day & Age, its third album and follow-up to 2006’s Sam’s Town (the band released Sawdust, a collection of studio outtakes and b-sides last year). Released in September, the album peaked at #6 on the Billboard 200 chart, and has sold almost a half-million copies in the US, according to Nielsen SoundScan. Worldwide, the set has sold 1.6 million copies.
For more information on The Killers 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.
Jan 14, 2009 | General News, Travel & Leisure
Packages offer value and plenty of ways to play
Could you use some Sun? Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce seven new hotel packages designed for whatever escape you’re in need of, from a zen-like spa getaway, to gourmet feasts and romantic rendezvous.
Below is a complete listing of the new packages. For more information and to check hotel availability, please visit mohegansun.com or call 1.888.777.7922.
Rest and Relax-Zen
Take some time to rejuvenate and reenergize your mind, body and soul.
– A one-night stay in Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– Your choice of two 50-minute massages or one 50-minute couples massage
at The Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun
– Whole fruit delivered to your room
– An Elemis Spa gift bag
– A bonsai tree to take home
For two people starting at $219.00 per person.
Mention code PTSPA when booking.
A Pregnant Pause
Stimulate the maternal goddess in you with a sensational Elemis Spa session along with some goodies to prepare for your bundle of joy.
– A one-night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– A 50-minute massage for the mother-to-be at The Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun
– A gift for mom and baby including Elemis Spa milk bath products
– A credit for Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
For two people starting at $189.00 per person.
Mention code PTBAB when booking.
“In Like” Package
Surprise that special someone with a trip for two full of non-stop fun.
– A one- night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– A half-dozen chocolate covered strawberries and bottle of champagne delivered to your room
– One complimentary in-room movie
For two people starting at $109.00 per person.
Mention code PTRML when booking.
“In Love” Package
Treat yourself and your sweetheart to a romantic getaway fit for a king and queen.
– A one-night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– VIP Hotel Check-In at Aquai
– A dozen chocolate covered strawberries delivered to your room
– Two complimentary martinis at Leffingwells Martini Bar
– A couples massage at The Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun
– One complimentary in-room movie
For two people starting at $219.00 per person.
Mention code PTRMH when booking.
No Boys Allowed
Grab the girls for a night at the Sun.
– A one-night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– VIP Hotel Check-In at Aqaui
– A martini mixing station delivered to your room
– Two martini-themed manicures and pedicures at The Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun
– Two complimentary martinis at Leffingwells Martini Bar
– Two complimentary breakfast buffets at Seasons Buffet
– One $10.00 free bet per person
For two people starting at $239.00 per person.
Mention code PTGRL when booking.
Bets & Bites
Indulge in a divine dine and make sure to save room for play with this exquisite treat for the palate and the pocket.
– A one-night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– A reservation at any of Mohegan Sun’s gourmet restaurants (Todd English’s Tuscany, The Longhouse, Bamboo Forest, Pompeii & Caesar, The Cove) with a $100.00 food and beverage credit applied to your room
– A visit to your table by the restaurant’s chef
– A signed copy of Under the Sun: A Celebration of Cuisine & Culture, Mohegan Sun’s cookbook
– One $10.00 free bet per person
For two people starting at $129.00 per person.
Mention code PTFBV when booking.
You Could Use Some Sun
Introduce yourself to the Sun and experience a world-class destination where you’ll find a million different ways to play.
– A one-night stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel
– A $25.00 food and beverage credit applied to your room
– One $10.00 free bet per person
For two people starting at $99.00 per person.
Mention code PTSD when booking.
Restrictions may apply to all packages. Pricing is based on a one-night stay and double occupancy. Taxes and gratuity are not included. Packages are based on availability. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to use free bet coupons.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
Jan 13, 2009 | Entertainment, General News
Live on Friday, April 17th & Saturday, April 18th with special guests Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum
Country music’s most popular touring act is on the road again in 2009 and is stopping at Mohegan Sun Arena for two performances. Kenny Chesney and special guests Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum will take the Arena stage on Friday, April 17th and Saturday, April 18th. Both shows begin at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $125.00, $110.00 and $95.00 and go on sale Friday, January 16th 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, January 17th subject to availability.
Kenny Chesney is touring in support of his latest studio effort, 2008’s Lucky Old Sun, which saw its first single “Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven” become a #1 hit on Billboard’s Hot Country music chart. According to Billboard and Pollstar magazine, over the last three years, no one in the music industry has sold more concert tickets in America than the 40-year-old singer. Chesney teamed up with Mac McAnally on the track “Down The Road,” currently ranked #9 on the USA Today Mediabase Country singles chart.
Miranda Lambert exploded on to the Country music scene with her 2005 album Kerosene. The album was certified platinum and produced four Top 40 hits on Billboards Hot Country Songs chart. Her follow-up effort, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, won ACM’s “Album of the Year” for 2008.
Lady Antebellum, who won the 2008 CMA Horizon Award and the 2008 ACM “Best New Duo/Group” award, and who performed in the Wolf Den in October, will kick off both shows. Comprised of lead singer Charles Kelley, vocalist/guitarist/mandolinist Dave Haywood and lead singer Hillary Scott, the trio also earned a Grammy nomination for “Best New Artist.”
For more information on Kenny Chesney’s Sun City Carnival 2009 Tour 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.
