May 13, 2025 | Entertainment
Tickets on sale Friday, May 16th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 12, 2025) –– Actor, entertainer, recording artist and ultimate Elvis tribute artist, Shawn Klush, is set to headline Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, August 15th. The magic of the Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular starring Shawn Klush starts at 8:00pm
Tickets to see the recipient of the “World’s Greatest Elvis” Impersonator go on sale Friday, May 16th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Klush’s fans can also purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, May 17th, subject to availability.
Born and raised in the small coal-mining town of Pittston, Pennsylvania, Shawn’s love for music led him to begin imitating his musical idol, Elvis Presley. He performed in the famous Poconos region followed by a tour of Canada where he entered and won the $5,000 prize in the “Worldwide Elvis Competition” in Montreal. This caught the attention of the award-winning Las Vegas show, Legends in Concert where for many years he starred as ‘Elvis’ in their Myrtle Beach, Las Vegas, Branson and Atlantic City show rooms. Each year he stars in the “Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular Birthday Edition Tour”, an extravaganza with Elvis’ own musicians, back-up singers, and friends, in major venues in the US and headlines the Elvis Tribute Artist World Tours.
Shawn has released five CDs. He has performed with Elvis’ closest friends, musicians and singers such as JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, The Jordanaires, The Imperials, DJ Fontana, Charlie Hodge, Jerry Scheff, The Sweet Inspirations, Joe Guercio, Jerry Schilling and Joe Esposito.
On Elvis’ 70th birthday, Shawn became grand champion at the $25,000 “World Elvis Tribute Artist Competition”. He then received “The People’s Choice Award” from Gibson Guitar Co in Nashville for “Best Concert Elvis”. Shawn was then named the “World’s Greatest Elvis” by 6.5 million international viewers on BBC1 Television in the United Kingdom. Finally, on August 16th, on the 30th anniversary of Elvis’ passing, Shawn was named the ‘First Ever’ “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist” by Elvis Presley Enterprises in Memphis, TN. Shawn has record breaking performances in the US, Switzerland, Canada Australia, the UK and South America.
Shawn was a featured performer on the Late Show with David Letterman performing to over 8 million viewers on CBS. He portrayed Elvis in Shake Rattle & Roll on VH1 and CBS, appeared on the TV series Impractical Jokers and What we do in the Shadows and portrayed Elvis in the HBO TV series Vinyl produced by Martin Scorsese and Mick Jagger.
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 a 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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May 12, 2025 | Entertainment
Tickets on sale Friday, May 16th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 12, 2025) –– RIAA-certified Gold and holiday favorites A Cappella group Straight No Chaser are back for another festive fall with their “Holiday Road Tour.” Straight No Chaser will be sharing the joy, “dad jokes,” and songs of the season with families around the country starting in October. The “Holiday Road Tour” (a nod to the theme song of cult classic film National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation) hits Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, December 6th. The 8:00pm show will deliver all of Straight No Chaser’s iconic hits.
Tickets to see the group go on sale Friday, May 16th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Straight No Chaser fans can also purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, May 17th, subject to availability.
The tour will coincide with the release of Holiday Road, Straight No Chaser’s first full length collection of holiday songs since 2020’s Social Christmasing. The group will reveal more details, including the full track listing, in the upcoming months.
“For Straight No Chaser, it absolutely is the most wonderful time of the year,” said group member Walter Chase. “This year, we poured our hearts into our latest album, Holiday Road. I am so excited to see which songs will be our audience’s favorites! If you come to our show, you can expect to laugh, sing and be fully prepared to ring in the holidays. We can’t wait to see you on the Holiday Road Tour!”
Before getting in the holiday mood, Straight No Chaser is following up their totally fly 2024 summer tour packed full of 90s boy band, Pop, and R&B hits, with Straight No Chaser Summer: 90s Part 2. Featuring their own twist on 90s classics like Lisa Loeb’s “Stay (I Missed You),” “Everybody” by Backstreet Boys, “Linger” from The Cranberries, and Santana’s “Maria Maria,” Straight No Chaser brings audiences of all ages back to a simpler time, one unafraid of bright neons, loud prints, and cool boy bands.
The 90s Part 2 tour starts in July in Englewood, NJ and dances its way across the country through the first week of September, with O-Town as special guests on select dates. Straight No Chaser will then make a one-night-only appearance opening for the iconic Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons on September 6th at The Greek Theatre. Tickets for the summer dates are on sale now. For the full tour schedule and additional information, please visit SNCmusic.com.
ABOUT STRAIGHT NO CHASER
Initially formed at Indiana University, A Cappella group Straight No Chaser emerged at the forefront of the modern day A Cappella movement and has since sold more than three million albums worldwide, garnered more than a billion streams on Pandora alone, and sold more than 1.5 million concert tickets worldwide. In the fall of 2022, the group performed in more than 60 cities across the US with multiple sold out shows, including their 26th consecutive sell-out in Indianapolis.
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 a 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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May 7, 2025 | Entertainment
Live from Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, October 26th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 7, 2025) –– American Nu Metal band Mudvayne announced the L.D. 50 25th Anniversary Tour, bringing their acclaimed debut album back to the stage. Joining them on the road are special guests Vended.
Produced by Live Nation, the 30-city tour kicks will make stops across the U.S. before wrapping with a highly anticipated performance at Mohegan Sun Arena, on Sunday October 26th. The 7:00pm show is expected to deliver a powerful finale to their tour.
Tickets are available now with Citi presale. The general on sale begins Friday, May 9th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Mudvayne’s dedicated fanbase can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, May 10th, subject to availability.
ABOUT MUDVAYNE
Established in Peoria, IL in 1996.
Website // Facebook // Instagram // TikTok // YouTube
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 a 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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May 6, 2025 | Entertainment
Live from Mohegan Sun Arena Saturday, November 29th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 6, 2025) –– It’s that time of year again for a magical celebration of the holiday season! The world’s biggest-selling soprano and legendary GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightmanreturns with her new Christmas spectacle A Winter Symphonytour this November and December!
Every year she shares her critically acclaimed holiday show with audiences in countries around the world… and this year is no exception! Sarahis excited to bring A Winter Symphonyto 18 cities, captivating audiences with her signature blend of Classical and Contemporary music. Among the tour’s highlights is a special one-night performance at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, November 29th at 7:30pm. Accompanied by an orchestra, choir and special guests, this enchanting holiday show will feature Sarah performing many of her holiday classics and greatest hits.
Tickets to this unforgettable night at Mohegan Sun go on sale Friday, May 9th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Brightman’s fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, May 10th, subject to availability.
ABOUT SARAH BRIGHTMAN
Sarah Brightman, International singing superstar and UNESCO Artist for Peace Ambassador, is the world’s best-selling soprano. She pioneered the Classical crossover music movement and is famed for possessing a vocal range of over three octaves. Sarah is the only artist to have simultaneously topped the Billboard Dance and Classical music charts. Her voice has rung out from theatres, arenas, cathedrals, World Heritage sites and Olympic stadiums, bringing to life some of the world’s most beautiful music. Sarah’s work transcends any specific musical genre, synthesizing many influences and inspirations into a unique sound and vision. Today, she remains among the world’s most prominent performers, with global sales of 35 million units, having received more than 180 Gold and Platinum awards in over 40 countries, and garnering over 1 billion streams worldwide.
Sarah originated the role of Christine Daaé in the world-renowned The Phantom of the Opera on both West End and Broadway stages and has performed at such prestigious events as the Concert for Diana, the Kennedy Center Honors and the 1992 Barcelona and 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Sarah’s albums Eden, La Luna, Harem, Symphony, Dreamchaser and HYMN were all chart-topping Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover hits and were accompanied by world tours.
Sarah has been recognized for her outstanding contribution to music and theatre with a ‘STAR’ on the world-renowned, majestic Hollywood Walk of Fame, in addition to receiving an Honorary Doctor of Arts (Hon DArt) from the University of Hertfordshire and bestowed the prestigious Italian decoration ‘Cavaliere’ in the Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana.
To close out a busy 2025, Sarah brings her new Christmas spectacle, A Winter Symphony, to the United States and Canada. Accompanied by an orchestra, choir and special guests, this enchanting show features Sarah performing many of her holiday classics and greatest hits.
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 a 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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May 5, 2025 | Entertainment
Tickets on sale Friday, May 9th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 5, 2025) –– Legendary music group nine-time GRAMMY Award-winning icons, and one of the best-selling artists of all time, Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, December 7th in Uncasville. The 10,000 seat Arena will transform into a “Boogie Wonderland” when the show kicks off at 7:00pm.
Tickets to see the legendary band at Mohegan Sun go on sale Friday, May 9th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Artist fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, May 10th, subject to availability.
Earth, Wind & Fire are a music institution. In 1969, music legend Maurice White birthed the music force named after the elements from his very own astrological charts. With soul as deep as the plant, Earth, Wind & Fire charted a history that will live on forever. They’ve scored eight number one hits and have sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. They’ve released 23 albums; eight of those albums went Double Platinum and hit the Top 10, making them one of the best-selling artists of all time. They’ve won an impressive nine GRAMMY® Awards including one for Lifetime Achievement (2012). In 2000, Earth, Wind & Fire was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, cementing their lasting impact on popular music and, in 2019, their contributions to arts and culture were acknowledged in Washington DC with the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors.
The music of Earth, Wind & Fire is more alive than ever as they continue to inspire new audiences and thrill those who have been with them from the beginning. Like the elements in their name, Earth, Wind & Fire’s music has withstood ever-changing trends in the world and shows no sign of vanishing as they continue to create joy and uplifting music that will forever reach a sacred universal atmosphere. From the funky and infectious “Let’s Groove” to the timeless dance classic “September” to the heartfelt “Reasons,” Earth, Wind & Fire’s catalog of hits has become the soundtrack to many lives; now, then and forever
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 a 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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