Oct 23, 2011 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Lea Michele, Regis Philbin, Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo, Jaime Pressly, Donnie Wahlberg, Kenny Wormald, and Others Made Appearances Over the Weekend
Uncasville, Connecticut – Mohegan Sun celebrated its 15th anniversary with a star-studded weekend that included a sold out performance by the sensational Jennifer Lopez. Lopez delivered a spectacular show with her popular hits like Love Don’t Cost A Thing, Let’s Get Loud, On The Floor and her new single Papi. Surprise guests Fat Joe and DJ Enuff had the crowd going wild.
Celebrities in attendance throughout the weekend included Glee’s Lea Michele, Terrence Howard, Nick Lachey & Vanessa Minnillo, Donnie Wahlberg, Kenny Wormald, Jaime Pressly, Maria Menounos, Jesse Metcalfe, Hugo Becker, Tinsley Mortimer and Kelly Bensimon. Appearances by Chefs Todd English, Bobby Flay, Jasper White, and Buddy Valastro, Dancing with the Stars Mary Murphy, Regis and Joy Philbin, Susan Lucci, poker extraordinaire Beth Shak, and performances by Stephen Stills, Port Chuck, and Dierks Bentley. In addition, MTV’s Jersey Shore castmates, Sammi, Ronnie and Deena participated in a meet and greet with fans and appeared in Mohegan Sun’s Ultra 88 nightclub, adding excitement to the weekend.
DJ Kiss, a staple on the New York nightlife scene and celebrity favorite, headlined a star-studded after party in Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club, Mohegan Sun’s newest restaurant and lounge.
“Mohegan Sun is so pleased to give back to the people who have supported us over the last 15 years”, said Mitchell Etess, CEO of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority. “It was a thrill to host such great celebrities and our good friends.”
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 www.mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
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Friday, October 21
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May 27, 2011 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
WHAT: 
Mohegan Sun’s Reality Check is excited to announce that the newly-crowned season 12 Dancing with the Stars champ Kym Johnson along with Dmitry Chaplin, will be performing live and meeting fans on Friday, June 17th.
WHEN: Friday, June 17th
7:00pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Presented by The Shops at Mohegan Sun, Reality Check is an exciting and interactive event that brings the best and brightest stars from the reality TV world to Mohegan Sun. Reality Check events provide fans with the ultimate exposure to their favorite reality stars with engaging, live exhibitions in The Shops at Mohegan Sun followed by intimate signing events. Events are free and open to all ages.
For more information, visit mohegansun.com/reality-check. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
ABOUT KYM: Dancing with the Stars fans got their first glimpse of Kym Johnson when paired with Jerry Springer as they reached a 5th place finish in season 3. She finished even higher the very next season at 2nd place with partner Joey Fatone and in season 9 she reached the top spot with Donny Osmond as they took home the Mirror Ball Trophy. Johnson is the only professional dancer to hold the title of two Mirror Ball Trophies, both in her homeland of Australia and USA. Her success on the popular reality show is no fluke as Johnson began ballroom dancing at age 13. Johnson made her Broadway debut in “Burn The Floor” in 2009, a dream come true for her. Johnson was just named the season 12 winner with partner and Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver Hines Ward.
ABOUT DMITRY:
Dmitry has established himself as one of the most recognized Ballroom Dancers and Choreographers in the United States and around the world. He is one of the star Professionals on Dancing With The Stars, an Emmy Nominated Choreographer for his work on So You Think You Can Dance and one of America’s favorite dancers. Dmitry’s dancing career began in the Ballroom at the age of 12 in his hometown of Rostov-on-Don in Russia. After moving to the United States in 1999, he studied in both America and United Kingdom and began competing and winning many world famous ballroom completions around the globe representing the United States. In 2006, Dmitry’s dance career took a different course as he joined the hit TV show So You Think You Can Dance and became one of America’s Top 10 dancers. He made the jump to Dancing with the Stars in 2009, paired with Mya and received record breaking votes making him one of the most popular dancers on the show. Dmitry has made numerous TV appearances that include the likes of the Ellen Degeneres Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Good Morning America, Live with Regis and Kelly and Larry King Live, plus many more.
Apr 20, 2011 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Gaming, General News, Special Events
Special entertainment, events and offerings exclusively for the ladies
UNCASVILLE, CT – Unleash your inner diva at Mohegan Sun with Diva Days and Diva Nights each Friday throughout May and June. Diva Days and Diva Nights kicks off May 6th and includes special entertainment, discounts, events and more, exclusively for the ladies.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Each week, guests can enjoy various special offers including a “No Judgment Zone,” DJ in the Den, Cooking Demonstrations and more.
No Judgment Zone: Discover a new game or master an old favorite in Mohegan Sun’s No Judgment Zone. Every Friday, learn the ins and outs of our most popular table games in our special, Divas-Only “No Judgment Zone” located in Casino of the Sky across from the Sky Valet. When guests play in this specially designated area starting at 1:00pm, they will automatically be entered to win daily prizes.
Cooking Demonstrations with Mohegan Sun’s Culinary Team: Every Friday at 11:00am and 6:00pm, visit with Mohegan Sun’s top chefs in The Shops at Mohegan Sun concourse as they share their recipes and culinary secrets including head chefs from Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain and Todd English’s Tuscany, among several others.
Party on the Patio of Todd English’s Tuscany: Every Friday starting at 9:00pm, there is a party on the patio of Todd English’s Tuscany where guests can not only enjoy drink specials, but actually learn how to make the hottest drinks with a professional mixologist. A live DJ will also spin the tunes each week.
Show off your Slot Skills: Slot tournaments will be held in Casino of the Earth across from Birches Bar & Grill on May 27th and June 24th. Only Player’s Club members can enter this ladies-only contest where there is a guaranteed $10,000 prize pool.
DJ in the Den: Each Friday, the Wolf Den transforms into a party with a DJ playing top hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s from Noon to 2:00pm. Must be 21 or older to enter the Wolf Den.
Bring a Friend: It pays to bring a friend to Mohegan Sun, literally. Bring a friend and have them sign up to become a new Player’s Club member and receive anywhere from $25.00 to $75.00 in Free Slot Play Bonus. The more friends you bring, the more you earn. Membership is free and open to guests 21 or older.
ENTERTAINMENT & SPECIAL EVENTS:
With world-class venues, Mohegan Sun is known for bringing in the hottest acts around. Throughout Diva Days and Diva Nights, Mohegan Sun Arena and the free 300-seat Wolf Den will host some of the favorite artists from yesterday and today including Bell Biv DeVoe, Gin Blossoms, Blues Traveler and more.
In addition to these great shows, Mohegan Sun will also host several other free events, including:
- Signings & Sightings with the Chippendales – May 6th at 5:30pm
- Chippendales in The Cabaret Theatre – May 6th at 7:30pm
- Reality Check with Siobhan Magnus of American Idol Season 9 – May 20th at 7:00pm
- Grand opening of Sephora in The Shops at Mohegan Sun – May 27th
- Fashion Show in The Shops at Mohegan Sun– June 3rd at 9:00pm
- Jené Luciani, fashion expert/author of The Bra Book, at Galina’s– June 3rd at 3:00pm
- Signings & Sightings with The Monkees – June 10th at 10:30pm at Spin Street
- Reality Check with Kym Johnson & Dmitry Chaplin of Dancing with the Stars – June 17th at 7:00pm
NOTE: All Signings & Sightings and Reality Check events will be in The Shops at Mohegan Sun unless otherwise noted.
EXCLUSIVE OFFERS
Various shops and restaurants at Mohegan Sun will be offering exclusive discounts as part of Diva Days and Diva Nights including the Elemis Spa, Galina’s European Boutique, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, SolToro Tequila Grill, Todd English’s Tuscany and much more. A full listing is available on mohegansun.com/diva.
For a complete listing of all of Diva Days and Diva Nights activities, visit mohegansun.com/divas.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping 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. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Dec 6, 2010 | General News, Special Events
Standout talents from Dancing With The Stars are set for a performance and signing on January 18th at 7:00pm
Mohegan Sun’s Reality Check will once again bring incredible dancing talent to the stage when Dancing With The Stars performers Mark Ballas and Chelsie Hightower take part in an all new Reality Check on Tuesday, January 18th. This live event at Mohegan Sun featuring a dance performance and live acoustic performance by Mark Ballas will begin at 7:00pm followed by a signing event at 7:45pm. This free and exclusive event will take place in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
ABOUT MARK BALLAS
Mark Ballas, one of the best performers on ABC’s Dancing With The Stars, has won two championships in his seven seasons on the hit reality show. The first title was in season six partnered with Kristi Yamaguchi and the second with Shawn Johnson in season eight. Most recently, Ballas danced his way to the finals with partner Bristol Palin where they earned the third place spot. When he’s not dancing for thirty million households twice per week, Ballas is focusing on his music. His guitar influences range from Kurt Cobain, Paco De Lucia, John Mayer and Eric Clapton. His debut solo CD, Hurt LoveBox will be available at Spin Street for purchase prior to and on the day of the event.
ABOUT CHELSIE HIGHTOWER
Chelsie Hightower was just recently teamed up with famous singer-songwriter Michael Bolton on season eleven of ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. Hightower began dancing at a young age, with a focus on ballroom, which she still attributes as her foundation. She won a national championship when she was just eleven years old and would later become a U.S. National Standard Finalist in 2005 and International Latin Finalist in 2006. Prior to joining the cast of Dancing With The Stars Hightower was a fan favorite on So You Think You Can Dance. Hightower and All Around World Rodeo Champion Ty Murray took home 4th place in season eight of Dancing With The Stars.
ABOUT REALITY CHECK
Presented by The Shops at Mohegan Sun, Reality Check is an exciting and interactive event that brings the best and brightest stars from the reality TV world to Mohegan Sun. Mohegan Sun’s Reality Check events provides fans with the ultimate exposure to their favorite reality stars with engaging, live exhibitions in The Shops at Mohegan Sun followed by intimate signing events. For more information, visit mohegansun.com/reality-check.
May 27, 2010 | General News, Special Events
Edyta Śliwińska and Alec Mazo of Dancing With The Stars with special guest Aiden Turner will participate in a free live performance & signing on June 23rd
The Shops at Mohegan Sun will be presenting a very special Reality Check with Edyta Śliwińska and Alec Mazo of Dancing With The Stars with special guest Aiden Turner. This live event at Mohegan Sun will be taking place on Wednesday, June 23rd with a performance at 7:00pm followed by a signing event. This free and exclusive event will take place in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Presented by The Shops at Mohegan Sun, Reality Check is an exciting and interactive event that brings the best and brightest stars from the reality TV world to Mohegan Sun. Reality Check events provide fans with the ultimate exposure to their favorite reality stars with engaging, live exhibitions in The Shops at Mohegan Sun followed by intimate signing events. For more information, visit mohegansun.com/reality-check.
Edyta Śliwińska is a professional dancer born in Poland. She is the only dancer to appear on all ten seasons of ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. She has teamed with celebrities Evander Holyfield, George Hamilton, Joey Lawrence, Jeffrey Ross and most recently Aiden Turner. Paired with NFL superstar Jason Taylor in season six, Śliwińska had her best finish to date, as her and Taylor finished in 2nd place. Śliwińska is a five-time U.S. National finalist and is married to fellow Dancing With The Stars professional dancer Alec Mazo.
Alec Mazo, born in Russia, is best known for being the winner of the first season of Dancing With The Stars with partner Kelly Monaco. He has also been a part of the Dancing With The Stars tour and is featured in a section of the new Dancing With The Stars fitness book. Alec has been in the movies Dance With Me and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and has also appeared in the hit NBC series, Heroes. He and wife Edyta have produced instructional DVDs including Fitness with the Pros and Dancing like the Pros.
Aiden Turner was born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, just outside of London, England. He was discovered by a modeling agency upon returning to London after an exotic vacation that took him to destinations across the globe. He then studied acting at the Method Studio Covent Garden in London that led to numerous commercial and television castings both abroad and within the United States. He was cast in the ABC daytime television drama All My Children in which he starred from 2002 – 2009, playing the role ‘Aidan Devane,’ a character created specifically for him. In 2003, Aiden was nominated for “Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series” at the 30th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards.
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.
