Oct 13, 2014 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Special Events
One of Comedy’s best heads to Mohegan Sun on December 31st; Tickets on sale Friday
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 13, 2014) — The funniest, freshest face on television, Amy Schumer, will be bringing her blend of honesty and unapologetic humor to Mohegan Sun Arena for an 8:00pm show this New Year’s Eve.
Tickets are $45.00 and go on sale Friday, October 17th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am. 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 will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, October 18th, subject to availability.
*This show is for mature audiences only.
Schumer is the creator, star, writer and executive producer of Inside Amy Schumer, the popular Comedy Central and Emmy nominated television series which premiered in April 2013 to the network’s highest season premiere ratings of the year. Schumer’s provocative and hilariously wicked mind is on full display as she explores topics revolving around sex, relationships and the general whirlwind life can be through a series of scripted vignettes, stand-up comedy and man-on-the-street interviews. The show will return for a 3rd season next year.
This summer she completed production on Universal’s Trainwreck that Schumer wrote and will star in alongside Bill Hader, Tilda Swinton and Brie Larson. Judd Apatow will produce and direct the feature film that is scheduled to be released in July 2015.
Schumer’s hit one-hour stand-up special, Mostly Sex Stuff, became Comedy Central’s second-highest rated special in 2012. She was also one of the featured comedians on Comedy Central’s Roast of Roseanne, which followed her memorable and quotable performance on the 2011 Roast of Charlie Sheen.
She was recently seen in such critically acclaimed series as FX’s Louie and HBO’s Girls. Previously, Schumer had a recurring role on the third season of Adult Swim’s Delocated, and guest starred in the latest season of Curb Your Enthusiasm.
On the big screen, Schumer filmed the feature Seeking a Friend for the End of the World starring Steve Carrell and Kiera Knightley, as well as Price Check, an independent feature opposite Parker Posey which premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival.
Her album Cutting placed in the top 5 of the Billboard Charts and has been included on multiple “Best Comedy Albums of the Year” awards’ lists.
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. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the 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.
Nov 12, 2013 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Mohegan Sun’s all-night New Year’s Eve celebration kicks off on Tuesday, December 31st
UNCASVILLE, CT – Mohegan Sun will be throwing one of the biggest New Year’s Eve parties Connecticut has to offer on Tuesday, December 31st. Exclusive events, live entertainment and plenty of champagne will be available throughout the night, along with an extravagant finale in The Shops concourse as the crowd counts down to Midnight.
MOHEGAN SUN’S PARTY INTO THE NEW YEAR
Mohegan Sun’s “Party into the New Year” sponsored by Moët & Chandon starts at 10:00pm inside the Uncas Ballroom. The cost of entry is $75.00 and includes an open bar, music by Skam Artist DJ Sid Vicious, a champagne toast at Midnight and a breakfast buffet at 2:00am to keep the party going. Tickets are on sale now through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
COUNTDOWN IN THE SHOPS COUNCOURSE
Thousands of partygoers will gather at The Shops concourse as the clock strikes 12. Complimentary hats, horns and tiaras will be given out at Summer and Riverview coat checks starting at 5:00pm, available while supplies last. At 9:00pm, DJae Mêlée will begin to spin outside of Todd English’s Tuscany alongside skilled break-dancers. To top it off, a pyrotechnic display at Midnight will truly light up the New Year. To view some of the festivities from last year’s event, click here.
SHOWS
Mohegan Sun Arena will be featuring an exclusive Cirque Celebration show at 7:00pm. This 75-minute heart-pounding, non-stop colorful explosion of athleticism, acrobatic audacity and festive imagination will be the perfect way to ring in the New Year. Tickets are $25.00 and are available through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
At The Wolf Den, one of the most original 80’s tribute bands of all time, Rubix Kube, will be performing free shows at 8:00pm & 11:00pm. Come early as seating is limited. All guests must be 21 or older.
The Cabaret Theatre will bring the laughs for The Funniest New Year’s Eve in Connecticut as comedian Robert Kelly featuring Marvin Bell with special guest RC Smith take the stage at 10:00pm. Tickets are $44.50 and are available through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and Ticketmaster.
NIGHTLIFE
Mohegan Sun’s newest nightclub, Avalon, will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party at 9:00pm with music by Clinton Sparks and a champagne toast at Midnight. The internationally renowned super-club is equipped with high-energy audio by EAW, in a stunning 10,000 square-foot setting. The event is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced.
VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock will be kicking off their New Year’s festivities at 9:00pm with music by Skam Artist DJ Jessica Who. Stick around for a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced.
Over at MIST, the celebration continues with a New Year’s party beginning at 11:00pm with
music by Danny Diggz. The party is for ages 21 and over and guests are encouraged to dress to impress.
If you are looking to grab a bite before Midnight, enjoy great food and live music by Kick at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at 10:30pm, or head over to The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House for a fun celebration starting at 10:30pm with music by DJ Cribb.
More information on Mohegan Sun’s Entertainment schedule can be found at mohegansun.com/entertainment.
About Mohegan Sun
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Mohegan Sun 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 mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, like on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Nov 20, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Last year's New Year's Eve countdown in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Mohegan Sun transforms into one big party with exclusive events, great entertainment, delicious dining and The Shops countdown celebration
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 20, 2012) – Countdown to the New Year like never before inside Mohegan Sun’s all-night celebration this December 31st. Not only is The Shops Concourse New Year’s Eve Countdown back and bigger than ever but this year, other highlights include Cyndi Lauper in The Arena, fantastic comedy in The Cabaret Theatre, The Groovematics in The Wolf Den, but Mohegan Sun is your stop for exclusive parties in a number of our venues including the brand-new Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House and MIST inside Casino of the Wind opening New Year’s Even night, among several others.
PARTY IN THE SHOPS CONCOURSE
One of the best places to be inside Mohegan Sun when the clock strikes Midnight is alongside thousands of other partygoers in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. DJae Mêlée will be live outside Todd English’s Tuscany and big screen projectors will be placed throughout the concourse to display the countdown broadcast live from Times Square in New York. The large concourse will also feature concessions. It’s quite a site to see and to be a part of as the clock ticks towards Midnight. To view some of the celebrations from last year’s event, click here http://youtube/ItdygZ42KzM.
NIGHTLIFE
At Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, there will be a party to ring in the New Year starting at 9:00pm. Tickets are $25.00 a person (prices subject to change based on availability) and include music by DJ Jason Mae, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 21st at noon through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and can be purchased by calling 860.862.8499. For more information and VIP reservations, call 860.862.4009.
Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club will host a New Year’s Eve celebration starting at 10:00pm. For $30.00 per person, enjoy music by DJ Louie Faiola Jr. and party favors. For VIP reservations, call 860.862.1100.
Over at Ultra 88 Night Club, the New Year’s Eve party begins at 9:00pm and will be $50.00 per person (prices subject to change based on availability). Ticket price will include music by DJ Legacy, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and the dress code will be strictly enforced. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 21st at noon through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and can be purchased by calling 860.862.8499. For more information and VIP reservations, call 860.862.7042.
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House will be holding its first-ever New Year’s Eve celebration for $40.00 per person (prices subject to change based on availability) starting at 9:00pm! Ticket price includes music by DJ Jay-C, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. The party is for ages 21 and over and guests are encouraged to dress to impress. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 21st at noon through the Mohegan Sun Box Office and can be purchased by calling 860.862.8499. For more information and VIP reservations, call 860.862.7005.
New Year’s Eve will also mark a new beginning for one destination in Mohegan Sun when the all-new MIST opens. Located in Casino of the Wind, MIST was designed right next to the 35-foot high electronic and animated water wall. DJ K-Otic will be on-hand for this grand opening party starting at 9:00pm with no cover charge, party favors and a champagne toast at Midnight. During the grand opening party on New Year’s Eve, guests can win a two night trip, including air fare, to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas! Guests can also take advantage of select VIP tables (with bottle service) for their party by calling 1.866.760.5901.
The new lounge will feature top notch drinks, live DJs, a dance floor. Beginning January 4th, MIST will be open every Friday and Saturday night.
LAST SHOWS OF THE YEAR
On Monday, December 31st, rocker Cyndi Lauper will take the stage inside Mohegan Sun Arena. The performance starts at 7:30pm and tickets are on sale now for $30.00.
“The Funniest New Year’s Eve Party In Connecticut” will bring great comedians to The Cabaret Theatre to Laugh-in 2012 featuring “The Coach” Tom Whiteley, Jim David & Joey Vega. The show starts at 10:00pm on Monday, December 31st and tickets are $39.75. This show is on sale now.
New Year’s Eve also brings Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot to The Wolf Den for a 8:00pm show. Then later in the evening, The Groovematics will be live in The Wolf Den for an 11:00pm performance.
*The Wolf Den is free and all guests must be 21 or older. Come early as seating is limited. Times and performers are subject to change.
More info on Mohegan Sun’s Entertainment schedule can be found at www.mohegansun.com/entertainment.
DINING AND RETAIL
Mohegan Sun’s culinary team is planning great dishes and specials for the final day of 2012. Guests can expect nothing but the best from the likes of Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club, Todd English’s Tuscany, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and more.
A dinner and a party is planned at Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club as they will be taking dinner reservations in the main dining room until 9:00pm and in the restaurant until
Midnight. There will be a special New Year’s Eve party taking place inside Ballo as well where all non dinner guests can attend for a $30.00 cover charge starting at 10:00pm. The event will feature a DJ, professional dancers and of course live coverage of the Times Square celebration on the TV screens above the bar.
Over in Casino of the Wind, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville is joining the fun as well with a New Year’s Eve special that serves four Baked Stuffed Shrimp with a Portabella Parmesan Cream Rice and Green Beans and Lemon Butter Sauce. This dinner will be served at $27.95. At 10:00pm, the band KICK will be performing on the Margaritaville stage. Cover will be $10.00.
At Jasper White’s Summer Shack Express, guests can get a combo deal that includes a clam strip roll, soft drink and French Fries for $15.00.
A number of other restaurants on property will be having extended hours including Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain, Bobby’s Burger Palace, Todd English’s Tuscany, Seasons Buffet and the Bow & Arrow Sports Bar. Be sure to check out mohegansun.com/nye for more information.
Additionally, on New Year’s Day, Todd English’s Tuscany will be featuring a New Year’s Day brunch where delicious selections of food are endless. Seafood lovers can enjoy the chilled raw bar with the likes of Littleneck Clams, Oysters and Shrimp Cocktail. There will also be omelet stations, a pasta station with 4-Cheese Ravioli and a carved meat station with Prime Rib and Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham. Further hot offerings will be classic Eggs Benedict, Stuffed French Toast with Vanilla Sauce, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lobster Cream & Fried Leeks, Sliced Chilled Sirloin with Gorgonzola Cream and also Chicken Saltimbocca with Brown Butter Arugula and Spaghetti Olio. This will be offered from 10:00am t 2:00pm and is $38.00 per adult, $19.00 for children 7-12 and free for kids 1-6.
About Mohegan Sun: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping 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 mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Nov 23, 2011 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News
Special New Year’s parties at Ultra 88 Night Club, Lucky’s Lounge, The Dubliner as well as a celebration in The Shops concourse to ring in 2012
There’s no better place to welcome in 2012 than Mohegan Sun come December 31st. Festivities will include a live DJ spinning in The Shops concourse, Kevin Hart in the Arena, a special party in Lucky’s Lounge and The Dubliner, an exclusive party in Ultra 88 Night Club, free entertainment in the Wolf Den, laughs in The Cabaret Theatre as well as great shopping and dining deals across the property.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY IN THE SHOPS CONCOURSE
On New Year’s Eve, The Shops concourse at Mohegan Sun will be channeling its own little piece of Times Square with the aid of exciting Aerialists performances every hour starting at 9:00pm and lasting through 1:00am. A pyrotechnic display will also go off at Midnight. Also from 9:00pm through 1:00am, DJ JP will be on-hand to host a huge party in The Shop’s Concourse. Hats and noise makers will be distributed to help party goers get ready for the big countdown. And when the clock strikes Midnight, more celebrations are in store.
ULTRA 88 NIGHT CLUB NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Mohegan Sun’s premier night life spot, Ultra 88 Night Club, will be taking calls for their exclusive New Year’s Eve party in which New York City’s own, DJ SL will be on-hand, spinning the crowd into 2012. Single entry tickets are priced at $100.00 and include a glass of champagne to be toasted at Midnight. For VIP tables, please call 860.862.7042.
DJ SL is the brother of the legendary DJ Skribble and has spun for the likes of the cast of Entourage, Kim Kardashian and even Dennis Rodman in addition to performing at some of the hottest clubs across the globe.
LUCKY’S LOUNGE
Lucky’s will also have a live DJ set to rock the crowd into 2012. Tickets for this party start at $50.00 per person which includes a ticket redeemable for a champagne toast at Midnight. Special tables and lounge packages are also available. For more information and reservations, call 860.862.7005.
THE DUBLINER
Mohegan Sun’s Irish-themed pub, The Dubliner, plans to balance out the New Year’s festivities with live music featuring Remember September. The cover charge will be $40.00. More information on packages and reservations can be found by calling 860.862.7005.
JIMMY BUFFETT’S MARGARITAVILLE
Guests can enjoy great food, a fun atmosphere, not to mention free entertainment, all at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville on New Year’s Eve as they will host a special free concert with the band Explicit.
ENTERTAINMENT
Arena
On Saturday, December 31st at 8:00pm, the hugely popular stand-up comedian and actor Kevin Hart rings in the New Year with his Let Me Explain Tour in the Arena. Tickets are $50.00.
Kevin Hart has burst onto the scene as one of the most versatile comedy actors in film and television. In September 2011, Hart released Laugh At My Pain the feature film version of his comedy tour (under the same name) the movie grossed over $7 million and was the 2011 most successful film that was released in less than 300 theaters.
The LAMP Tour made Hart 2011’s number one comedian on Ticketmaster and in February 2011 Hart sold out the Nokia Theatre two nights in a row to break a record previously set by Eddie Murphy. Hart’s DVD Seriously…Funny is one of the fastest selling DVDs in recent years and has gone triple platinum. His Comedy Central special of the same name is the highest rated comedy special of 2010.
The Cabaret Theatre
“The Funniest NYE Party in Connecticut” will bring 3 hilarious headliners Joey Kola, Carie Karavas and Billy Winn to the Cabaret Theatre on December 31st for two shows, first at 8:00pm followed by another at 10:15pm. Tickets to Laugh-In 2012 go on sale Wednesday, November 23rd at 10:00am. Tickets for the 8:00pm show are $29.75 and tickets for the 10:15pm show are $39.75.
**Both shows will include a balloon drop, champagne toast and party favors. The 10:15pm show features a live DJ and dancing after the performance.
Wolf Den
Nashville’s Space Capone will bring his 70s style R&B grooves to the Wolf Den for a excellent night of music on December 31st at 8:00pm and 11:00pm.
*It’s suggested that guests arrive early as seating is limited. The Wolf Den is free for guests 21 years of age or older.
Arena & Cabaret tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Wolf Den shows are Free!
DINING
Ring in the New Year BALLO Italian Style! Mohegan Sun’s newest restaurant BALLO Italian Restaurant and Social Club will ring in the 2012 with fabulous Italian dinner specials and dancing into the wee hours.
Start the evening off with some creative and indulgent Italian specialties in addition to the regular menu.
The party at BALLO gets started at 11 p.m. with DJ Get Down spinning the latest and greatest tunes of 2011. Revelers will enjoy a champagne toast at midnight complete with party favors and noisemakers while watching the ball drop in Times Square on one of the three flat screen TVs over the bar. VIP tables with bottle service will be available in the Social Club. Reservations are suggested. Please call 860-862-1100 to book your table. Visit www.balloitalian.com for more information.
Todd English’s Tuscany will be featuring a four-course meal that starts guests off with a Scungilli Salad with Celery Hearts, Cherry Peppers, Red Pepper Flakes, Lemon and Olive Oil. Next up is Veal Ravioli with Mushroom-Thyme Cream followed by the main course that serves a 12 oz. Grilled Wagyu N.Y. Strip topped with Truffle Butter, Butter Poached Asparagus and Lobster Mashed Potatoes. Dessert will be a Chocolate Mousse Bombe with Salty Caramel Sauce and Cinnamon Gelato. This course is served at $70.00 per person.
Birches Bar & Grill will have a special New Year’s Eve dish that features a starter of Soup du Jour or Birches House Salad. The entrée will be a Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Asparagus Spears, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Au Jus and Horseradish Cream. A dessert is also part of this special. This meal will be served at $35.00 per person.
On New Year’s Eve & Day, the new Seasons Buffet will offer everything from various Soups like the delicious Lobster Bisque to Grilled Chicken and Penne Alfredo. Guests can also feast on various Pizzas, Rotisserie Turkey, Roast Prime Rib (after 5:00pm), Steamed Mussels Fra Diavolo, Fried Clam Strips, BBQ ST. Louis Ribs and Roasted Rosemary Crusted Leg of Lamb. And the raw bar will feature Clams and Oysters on the Half Shell as well as U-Peel Shrimp (after 5:00pm).
*Breakfast is $12.50 per person and $6.50 for children. Lunch is $21.00 per person, dinner is $25.00 per person and children prices are $11.50 for lunch and $14.00 for dinner. (Child price for children ages 6 to 12).
And for more info on everything NYE at Mohegan Sun, please visit www.mohegansun.com/NYE.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting 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 mohegansun.com.
Sep 20, 2010 | Entertainment
Comedienne will deliver stand-up act in the Arena on December 31st
Talk show host, author and stand-up comedian Chelsea Handler has announced plans to return to Mohegan Sun Arena for a very special New Year’s Eve performance on Friday, December 31st at 8:00pm with special guest Sarah Colonna.
Tickets are $55.00 and go on sale Friday, September 24th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log onto ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, September 25th, subject to availability.
As one of the nation’s most popular female stand-ups, Chelsea has performed to sold-out audiences at venues and festivals across the country. Her comedy mixes fearless honesty, ironic riffs and self-deprecations with an abundance of always-fresh material.
Although she regularly appears on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, has co-hosted The View, was profiled on Nightline, and has been featured on Today, LIVE with Regis and Kelly and Late Night with David Letterman, Chelsea is best known for her own E! Entertainment show, Chelsea Lately, which airs weeknights at 11:00pm. Consistently the highest-rated program on E!, Chelsea Lately has been picked up through 2012, providing Chelsea with the perfect showcase for what she does best: comment on pop culture and entertainment news while interacting with the public. The daily program offers a tongue-in-cheek look at entertainment news, celebrity truths and rumors that just won’t die, and other hot topics of the day. Bringing refreshing new energy to the late night arena, Chelsea Lately is an authentic and hilarious commentary on the celebrity culture around us.
Chelsea is also a three-time published author and her latest book Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang hit stores this past March. In the new opus, Chelsea mines her family, her sex life, her career, and her distinctively outrageous worldview to bring readers an outrageous no-holds-barred account of life on the ridiculous side.
Mohegan Sun Arena was ranked the 4th busiest venue in 2009 by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” For more information on concerts 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.
