Jul 7, 2025 | Entertainment
Stage Musical Celebrates Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts Comic Strip, 1965 Television Special, and Vince Guaraldi’s Musical Score
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 7, 2025) ––Peanuts’ timeless holiday television special comes to life with the national tour of A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage, skates into Uncasville’s Mohegan Sun Arena for back to back shows on Friday, December 12th at 7:00pm and Saturday, December 13th for a 3:00pm matinee.
Tickets for the pair of 50th anniversary Christmas shows go on sale on Friday, July 11th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. For Friday tickets, click HERE and for Saturday click HERE. Peanuts fans can also purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, July 12th, subject to availability.
Peanuts is among the most popular and influential brands in the world, and Schulz’s Emmy and Peabody award-winning story has been a longstanding tradition, warming the hearts of millions of fans. This touring production arrives at a particularly special time, as the beloved television special, A Charlie Brown Christmas, marks its 60th anniversary this year!
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage encompasses each of your favorite scenes from the original animated television show, with more fun, more music, and more finding the true Christmas spirit. After the final bow, the show crescendos into a celebration of holiday music as the Peanuts gang sings traditional Christmas songs and carols. The show is 90 minutes including intermission.
For the latest news and updates from cast on the road, follow A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage on Facebook and Instagram (@charliebrownchristmaslive) and Twitter (@cbchristmaslive); #ACharlieBrownChristmas.
ABOUT GERSHWIN ENTERTAINMENT
Gershwin Entertainment is a diversified entertainment production and marketing agency founded by industry veteran Todd Gershwin. Gershwin Entertainment specializes in producing live events, theatrical tours, and lifestyle marketing. Gershwin has developed and produced successful theatrical productions, concerts and tours for numerous iconic brands. North American touring projects have included A Charlie Brown Christmas, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer the Musical, Million Dollar Quartet, Arthur & Friends Live, Here to Stay, ‘S Wonderful, and A Night with Janis Joplin. Gershwin’s projects have played at leading venues throughout North America including Madison Square Garden, the Hollywood Bowl, Ravinia, Wolftrap, Arena Stage, and Pasadena Playhouse, and numerous Broadway theaters. Corporate marketing clients have included Pepsi, Reebok, Oracle, Nike, Geico, TIAA-CREF, and the Big East Conference.
ABOUT PEANUTS
The characters of Peanuts and related intellectual property are owned by Peanuts Worldwide, which is 41% owned by WildBrain Ltd., 39% owned by Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., and 20% owned by the family of Charles M. Schulz, who first introduced the world to Peanuts in 1950, when the comic strip debuted in seven newspapers. Since then, Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang have made an indelible mark on popular culture. In addition to enjoying beloved Peanuts shows and specials on Apple TV+, fans of all ages celebrate the Peanuts brand worldwide through thousands of consumer products, as well as amusement park attractions, cultural events, social media, and comic strips available in all formats, from traditional to digital. In 2018, Peanuts partnered with NASA on a multi-year Space Act Agreement designed to inspire a passion for space exploration and STEM among the next generation of students.
ABOUT LEE MENDELSON FILM PRODUCTIONS
Lee Mendelson Film Productions (LMFP) opened in Burlingame, California (17 miles south of San Francisco) in 1963. Fresh from their previous two-year productions at KPIX-TV (where they won a Peabody Award for the best locally produced documentaries in the country), writer-producer-director Lee Mendelson and cinematographer and editor Sheldon Fay Jr. created the documentary A MAN NAMED MAYS, which became a major hit on NBC-TV. They followed this with A BOY NAMED CHARLIE BROWN, a documentary on Charles Schulz and his “Peanuts” characters. This led to a 38-year association with Schulz and animator Bill Melendez that created over 50 prime time network “Peanuts” specials and four animated Feature films. Other Mendelson animation projects included 12 prime time Garfield specials and a 120-program series Garfield and Friends (with animator Phil Roman and writer Mark Evanier)…. plus, a series of 13 shows on Mother Goose and Grimm with cartoonist Mike Peters… three prime time Cathy specials with cartoonist Cathy Guisewite…and the first two time Barbar the Elephant specials. LMFP has been awarded 12 prime time Emmys, and garnered numerous other Emmy nominations, as well as two Grammy and one Oscar nomination. Mendelson Productions is also the Publisher of the Vince Guaraldi Library of Charlie Brown music.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America.” Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first worldwide “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size from both Pollstar and VenuesNow. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been named the “World’s Best Casino Venue,” by Hartford Magazine, and is an eight-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards and one from G2E Las Vegas. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit the Mohegan Sun website. For this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is available in three convenient garages.
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Nov 20, 2024 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
The Second Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting, a Coca-Cola Caravan, daily specials, a Gingerbread themed Pop-up Bar in Sky Tower hotel lobby and more is on tap this holiday season at Mohegan Sun!
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 20, 2024) – Guests are invited to get ready to embrace the festive spirit as Mohegan Sun counts down to the most wonderful time of the year!
Countdown to Cheer at Mohegan Sun | Each day in December at Mohegan Sun will bring a new reason to be merry and enjoy the festive season as incredible deals and jolly good times are featured across the resort. Holiday entertainment like Straight No Chaser, special hotel packages, a seasonal pop-up bar with the scent of gingerbread in the air, can’t-miss food & beverage offerings, and more kick-off on Sunday, December 1st!
Mix & Mingle: The Ultimate Big Little Holiday Party | On Friday, December 13th and Friday, December 20th beginning at 5:00pm, guests can sip on festive cocktails, enjoy a delicious holiday-themed dinner buffet, and take in live Jazz music at novelle. This year, Mohegan Sun is adding a twist – with a Casino 101 event known as Shuffle to Showdown. Guests can learn to play Blackjack with fun money, and then test their skills in a friendly Blackjack tournament, sponsored by Bacardí! Guests can secure their spot today at mohegansun.com and be part of an unforgettable holiday celebration. All guests must be 21+ to enter novelle.
Second Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting | Mohegan Sun’s Second Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting on December 15th will have a very special guest, as legendary musician Andrea Bocelli, will help light up a Christmas Tree on the Sun Patio. Additionally, right before the tree lighting, Andrea Bocelli will officially be inducted into Mohegan Sun Arena’s Walk of Fame! This event takes place from 5:00pm – 7:00pm, and is fun for the whole family. Featured at this outdoor holiday gathering will be complimentary hot chocolate, coffee and sweet treats. The Sun Patio Bar will also serve flavorful specialty cocktails crafted by Mohegan Sun’s skilled bartenders. Guests can sing along to their favorite holiday tunes performed by talented carolers, shop at vendor booths and pose for photos with Santa! This event is open to all ages and admission is free. Additional details are available HERE.
Holiday POP! The Gingerbread Bar | Guests are invited to step into something sweet on select days during Countdown to Cheer! Holiday POP! The Gingerbread Bar, located in the Sky Tower Lobby, is a magical holiday pop-up bar full of warmth, magic, and endless holiday fun. Sip on festive spirits and holiday-inspired cocktails while sitting by the fireplace with friends.
Coca-Cola Caravan | It’s time to share holiday magic! Guests are invited to the Sun Patio on Sunday, December 22nd from 3:00pm – 8:00pm to take free family photos with Santa and have the moment printed on a postcard. Guests can send it via Santa’s Magic Mailbox to loved ones across the country – on Mohegan Sun! Browse gifts at the Giving Shoppe, where each purchase supports Boys & Girls Clubs across America. Don’t miss the chance to share a Coke with Santa at this unforgettable holiday experience.
Mohegan Sun Arena Holiday Entertainment Lineup | Mohegan Sun Arena has a December entertainment lineup that guests won’t want to miss. Shows include Trans-Siberian Orchestra on Sunday, December 1st at 3:00pm and 8:00pm, Straight No Chaser on Friday, December 6th at 8:00pm, Jim Jefferies on Saturday, December 7th at 8:00pm, Andrea Bocelli on Sunday, December 15th at 7:30pm, Earth, Wind & Fire on Wednesday, December 18th at 8:00pm, Cirque Dreams: Celebration on Thursday, December 26th, Friday, December 27th, and Saturday, December 28th at 7:00pm, Pitbull on Sunday, December 29th at 7:30pm, and Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular with Shawn Klush on Tuesday, December 31st at 7:00pm. Tickets to all shows are on sale now via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Wolf Den Holiday Entertainment Lineup | The Wolf Den will also be rockin’ with holiday entertainment throughout December. Guests can check out Christmas with The Nelsons on Friday, December 13th at 8:00pm, Merry Christmas Darling Carpenters’ Christmas starring Michelle Berting Brett on Saturday, December 21st at 8:00pm, The Cartells on Tuesday, December 24th at 7:00pm, and Boogie Wonder Band on Tuesday, December 31st at 8:00pm and 11:00pm. All guests must be 21+ to enter the Wolf Den.
Food & Beverage Offerings| Guests can indulge in mouthwatering food & beverage specials over the course of Countdown to Cheer. Bobby’s Burger Palace Drink of the Month is a special Dulce de Leche Milkshake for $8. Throughout December, The Crafty Stir Café will feature a Frosty Fusions drink of the week for $14; offerings include Pumpkin Cheesecake (December 1st – 7th), Peppermint Hot Chocolate (December 8th – 14th), Melted Snowman (December 15th – 21st), and Cousin Eddie’s Eggnog (December 22nd – 28th). On select days throughout the month, TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge will offer a Pu-Pu Plater for $30 which includes one piece of crispy tuna, satay bass, chicken satay, gyoza, and lollipop wing. From Monday, December 9th through Thursday, December 12th, Todd English’s Tuscany will have a $50 prix fixe menu featuring a Holiday Salad, Short Rib Ravioli, and Pink Peppermint Stick Ice Cream. On Saturday, December 14th, Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook will offer Ginger Snap Wings as a Countdown to Cheer special. For those who miss out on this tasty special on December 14th, they have another shot to enjoy them at Bow & Arrow Sports Bar from Tuesday, December 17th through Thursday, December 19th. Lastly, Todd English’s Tuscany and TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge will have Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining specials available for guests. At Todd English’s Tuscany for dinner, guests can pick between a Roasted Apple & Fennel Stuffed Pork Chop ($40), 14 oz. Bone-in Grilled Veal Chop ($65), and Lamb Bolognese ($36). Over at TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge, guests can try the Five Golden Rings special for $30.
RumChata Holiday Bar Cart | Guests can treat themselves to decadent cocktails and satisfy their sugary cravings with RumChata during Countdown to Cheer! The RumChata Holiday Bar Cart will be available in different areas of the property on select days. Follow the cart and indulge in irresistible sweet treats!
Holiday Gift Card Promotion | Guests can snag some gifts for their loved ones by taking advantage of the Holiday Gift Card Promotion! For every $100 spent on a Mohegan Sun digital gift card (limit $500), guests will receive a free $20 bonus digital gift card. The Holiday Gift Card Promotion begins on Friday, December 13th at 6:00am and ends on Wednesday, December 25th at Midnight. Mohegan Sun gift cards can be used for shopping, dining and entertainment and are accepted at the luxurious hotels at Mohegan Sun, Mandara Spa, Mohegan Sun Golf Club and Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station & Convenience Store. The bonus digital gift card will be valid through March 31, 2025.
Holiday Hotel Packages | Guests looking for a holiday getaway can book special hotel packages through the end of December:
- Holiday POP! The Gingerbread Bar Package – this festive hotel package includes an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun. Stay dates range from Thursday, December 5th – Saturday, December 28th. The package also includes a $75 credit valid at Holiday POP! The Gingerbread Bar in the Sky Tower Lobby.
- Second Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting Package – guests looking to light up the night can book this hotel package that includes an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun on Sunday, December 15th and a $50 beverage credit to use anywhere on property, including Sun Patio Bar and Holiday POP! The Gingerbread Bar.
Triple Status Point Days | Momentum members can earn Triple Status Points on Tuesday, December 3rd, Saturday, December 7th, Friday, December 20th, Sunday, December 29th, and Monday, December 30th.
Additionally, Momentum members Ignite through Soar will have the opportunity to receive special discounts on their holiday shopping at select Mohegan Sun shops during The Shops After Hours promotion which takes place on Thursday, December 5th from 9:00pm – 11:00pm. For more information on The Shops After Hours promotion and the full Countdown to Cheer schedule, visit mohegansun.com/countdowntocheer. Guests are also encouraged to keep an eye on Mohegan Sun’s Instagram & Facebook stories for exciting updates.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Aug 21, 2023 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment
Tickets on sale Friday, August 25th
UNCASVILLE, CT (August 21, 2023) – Gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable holiday season, Pentatonix’s anxiously awaited 2023 North American Christmas tour, Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year and a new holiday greatest hits album, The Greatest Christmas Hits make their way to Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, December 7th at 7:00pm.
Tickets to see the three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning and Daytime EMMY® Award-nominated vocal quintet are $299.50, $149.50, $99.50 $79.50 or $25.00 and go on sale Friday, August 25th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, August 26th, subject to availability.
In tandem with the tour, Pentatonix will unveil their 12th overall full-length and seventh holiday album, The Greatest Christmas Hits, this fall. The album features 23 of the band’s top holiday songs and eight brand new, never-before-heard tracks – including one holiday original!
Last year, the quintet completed their biggest and most successful Christmas arena tour thus far. Performing to the largest crowds they’ve ever headlined for, it sold out multiple dates across the country. Now, they pick up where they left off with Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year.
As one of the most innovative, inventive, and inimitable vocal groups of all time, Pentatonix reimagine, reinvigorate, and redefine A Cappella. Since emerging in 2011, the quintet—Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Kirstin Maldonado, Kevin Olusola, and Matt Sallee—have reached unprecedented heights, toppling charts, selling 10 million albums worldwide, generating billions of streams, and performing everywhere from The White House and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to The Hollywood Bowl. Their catalog boasts back-to-back #1 albums on the Billboard 200, namely the gold-certified Pentatonix [2015] and platinum-certified A Pentatonix Christmas [2016].
Internationally, these albums performed equally as well with five albums being certified gold, platinum, or double platinum in Canada and ranking in the Top 40 albums six times in New Zealand. Their single, “Hallelujah” also achieved international success as a platinum-certified single in Canada and gold-certified in Germany and Switzerland. They notably made history as “the first a cappella act to win ‘Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella’ at the GRAMMY® Awards” in 2015 and 2016. A year later, they earned another GRAMMY® Award in the category “Best Country Duo/Group Performance” for their duet with Dolly Parton on her song “Jolene.”
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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.
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Sep 13, 2022 | General News, Meetings and Conventions, Special Events
Three-day festival kicks off on November 4th; Tickets are on-sale now
WHAT: The 36th annual New England Christmas Festival returns to Mohegan Sun just in time for the holiday season. The popular award-winning show is the largest arts and crafts festival in New England.
WHEN/TIME: Friday, November 4th – Sunday, November 6th
- Friday, November 4th – 10:00am – 7:00pm
- Saturday, November 5th – 10:00am – 7:00pm
- Sunday, November 6th – 10:00am – 5:00pm
WHERE: Earth Expo & Convention Center
ADMISSION: Tickets on sale now
- Single Day Access – $13
- Multi-Day Access -$16
- Kids ages 14 & under – Free Admission
IN DETAIL: All is merry and bright at the New England Christmas Festival! From November 4th – November 6th, guests can feel the holiday spirit with over 350 arts, crafts & specialty food pop-up shops owned by American Artisans that come together once a year for three days only. This family-friendly festival features handmade, unique gifts and specialty foods for everyone on your list, including your 4-legged friends!
Guests can visit nechristmasfestival.com for tickets and additional information.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 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.
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Dec 3, 2021 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
The Holiday spirit is in full swing as well, with a life-size Gingerbread house, incredible holiday concerts, a Free Winter Wonderland Escape Room and an all-new digital Mohegan Sun gift
Mohegan Sun is
inviting guests to welcome in 2022 in style, as the Uncas Ballroom rolls out the “Party into the New Year,” celebration from 10:30pm – 1:00am, equipped with an open bar, DJ V Tech setting the tone for the dance floor, a Midnight champagne toast and a breakfast buffet! Both the award-winning Mohegan Sun Arena and Wolf Den will also feature can’t-miss NYE performances. Leading up to this spectacular night, Mohegan Sun is also once again in the full holiday spirit, featuring Chef Lynn’s life-size Gingerbread House, the Free Winter Wonderland & Santa’s Workshop Escape Room and an all-new simplified way to send Mohegan Sun gift cards to loved ones.
Tickets for the 21+ Party into the New Year celebration inside Uncas Ballroom on Friday, December 31st are $125.00 in advance and $150.00 for day-of purchases. Advance tickets are available now through December 30th via Ticketmaster and at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. This NYE bash will bring electrifying music and an all-around good time, with music provided by DJ V Tech, based out of Las Vegas. Night-of event tickets will be available and club-style attire is required.
Available through mohegansun.com, launched this holiday season is the first-ever digital Mohegan Sun gift card. Powered by eGIFTIFY, these new online gift-cards can be purchased directly via mohegansun.com/giftcards and used towards shopping, dining, entertainment, Mohegan Sun’s world-class hotel, Mandara Spa, Mohegan Sun Golf Club, Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station and more. Digital gift cards are able to be sent to recipients by email, SMS, Facebook or by printing off a copy. Traditional gift cards are also available at Mohegan Sun (and online) this holiday season and throughout the year. Gift cards cannot be used towards gaming. More information is available by calling 1.888.MOHEGAN
The Beach Boys: Holiday Harmonies also takes center stage this New Year’s Eve at Mohegan Sun. Fans can close out the year right with Mike Love and The Beach Boys as they celebrate the season with a mix of holiday classics from the band’s Christmas album and more. Join the iconic band for a show to remember at 8:00pm on December 31st at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
The famous Boogie Wonder Band also returns to the Wolf Den for another NYE performance, taking fans back in time to the 70s & 80s. This 10-piece band will play Funk grooves and Disco-strutting jams in the Wolf Den, for two free shows at 8:00pm and 11:00pm on Friday, December 31st. Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis and guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to enter the Wolf Den.
Now through January 9th, Mohegan Sun guests can travel through the Free Winter Wonderland & Santa’s Workshop Escape Room, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun across from Todd English’s Tuscany. To gain entry, a group must have someone 21+ download and sign up for the real money online casino experience through the all-new real money MoheganSunCasino.com apps (Android + iOS), home to hundreds of slots, table games, video poker and more. In the Winter Wonderland Maze, guests will find a Christmas tree farm photo vignette, an ugly holiday sweater vignette, a classic 1950’s living room and a Candy Cane swing scene. Families can save their money on Santa and holiday card photos this year too, as the Free Winter Wonderland at Mohegan Sun offers various holiday vignette photo ops, as well as photos with Santa himself! Hours of operation and more information is available HERE.
Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will also be featuring music by DJ Cribb on New Year’s Eve, as well as hosting a champagne toast, party favors and more. The festivities at Lansdowne begin at 9:00pm, and cover starts at $30.00. VIP reservations can be made by emailing [email protected].
For the full lineup of events, including entertainment at Comix Roadhouse, novelle and more, visit mohegansun.com/NYE
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 80 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.
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