Oct 11, 2023 | Employment, Entertainment, General News
Award-winning digital TV series that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the world-class entertainment resort premiers at 7:30pm EDT
WHAT: Season 7 of Mohegan Sun’s award-winning, original, digital TV series, “Back of House” premieres tonight at 7:30pm EDT at backofhouse.tv! Viewers can join Lauren, Nikki, Dana, Lindsay, Cathy, Chris, Amber, Tom, Don, Eric and Jana as they take a compelling journey to create the extravagant experiences and incomparable memories that guests of Mohegan Sun have come to know and love.
WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, October 11th at 7:30pm EDT (and airing every Wednesday night through November 15th) | BackofHouse.tv
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun, the East Coast’s gleaming oasis of entertainment, is where hospitality flows like sparkling champagne. During season 7 of “Back of House”, viewers will experience A Symphony of Hospitality, spotlighted by some of Mohegan’s most exceptional team members. This season features an exclusive look inside the retirement party for one of New England’s finest athletes, a red-carpet rollout for the Basketball Hall of Fame’s new class, unique lessons in dealing casino table games and making amazing new cocktails, a luxurious sneak peek at Mohegan Sun’s newest Royal Suite and a glimpse of the royal treatment. Last but not least, Mohegan Sun’s sister property, Fallsview Casino Resort, showcases a grand finale for the books when Billy Joel rocks all of Niagara at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino. Guests can catch all the action every Wednesday night at 7:30pm EST.
Special giveaways will be offered all season long, including an overnight stay for two in the Presidential Suite, complete with butler service and a $250 Mohegan Sun gift card. For more information, visit backofhouse.tv.
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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Oct 4, 2023 | Breaking News, Employment, Entertainment, General News, Travel & Leisure
World-class Hotel & Resort to Premiere Season 7 of its Multi-Award-Winning Digital TV Series with Opportunities for Viewers to Win an Overnight Stay for Two in a Presidential Suite
Embracing the evolving trends in both entertainment and hospitality, Mohegan Sun, one of the world’s top hotels, has announced the launch of the latest season of its original TV series, “Back of House.” Starting Wednesday, October 11th at 7:30 PM EDT weekly episodes will reveal the magic behind making Mohegan Sun the leading entertainment destination on the East Coast.
“Bingeable at backofhouse.tv, the show reaffirms Mohegan Sun’s dedication to providing really special entertainment and hospitality to our guests whether they’re physically here at our resort or at home,” said George Galinsky, SVP of Marketing Communications at Mohegan. “This season showcases our team’s passion to create memories that last a lifetime and importantly, how great hospitality gets done!”
Primal-NY’s award-winning production studio returns to capture every behind-the-scenes moment. Robert Conticelli, President of Primal-NY, commented, “It’s always a privilege to document the art of world-class hospitality at Mohegan Sun. This season provides viewers with a rich tapestry of events and personalities – promising to be our most informative and entertaining yet.”
“Back of House Season 7 – A Symphony of Hospitality” invites viewers to peek behind the curtain as Mohegan Sun impresses guests with celebrations fit for royalty. From the extravagance of a major sports celebrity’s retirement party to the induction ceremony of some of basketball’s greatest, season seven is a grand tour of luxury and captivating events that offers behind-the-scenes looks at tips for crafting unique new cocktails, how to deal casino table games, a sneak peek at Mohegan Sun’s new Royal Suite and more:
- Episode 1: A Sweet Retirement Party for Gronk. You in?
As the sun sets on an illustrious career, friends, family and fans gather to honor a true sports icon, Rob Gronkowski. Lauren and Lindsay are tasked with throwing a retirement party that is a fitting tribute to this larger-than-life personality. The event is the first party in the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, which comes with its own set of logistical hurdles. With great skill, Mohegan Sun’s Team Members create a legendary send-off for one of the greatest Patriots of all time!
- Episode 2: Shaken or Stirred. Bartender Competition Anyone?
Chris has new spirits and beverages on his mind, so he creates a cocktail competition to put three of Mohegan Sun’s best restaurants to the test. Already known for great dining and service, the light now shines on the bartenders who bring this incredible experience to life. In a race against time to craft unique new cocktails, each goes up against the very best in front of fantastic judges who will choose which tasty drink is crowned “Best Cocktail at Mohegan Sun!”
- Episode 3: We’re Trading Places on the Casino Floor?!?
Don loves a good surprise and Geena from HR has a big one for him today. He is tasked with condensing a 6-to-8-week Dealer School course into a few hours. Eric and Nikki are the lucky team members trying to transfer their knowledge of hospitality into the uncharted waters of dealing table games. They learn all the ins and outs of what it takes to be a dealer at Mohegan Sun, but can they handle the pressure of taking what they’ve learned to the casino floor?
- Episode 4: The Real MVPs. Behind Basketball’s Best Party!
The Basketball Hall of Fame is inducting their new class, and where better to do it than Mohegan Sun, where countless celebs, entertainers and sports stars always have a great time. Dana and the team have many events over two days, and the hospitality must shine through. Simultaneously, Lindsay is overseeing after-parties for two Hall of Fame players at novelle and TAO. Attention to detail is vital as all moving pieces must come together perfectly.
- Episode 5: Beyond the Bets. How Royal Treatment Gets Done.
The new Royal Suite is now ready for guests. Chris and Matt are brothers coming in from New York. They are regulars in Vegas but prefer the way everyone at Mohegan Sun treats them. Amber and Jana simply see it as another fun day orchestrating a symphony of service that runs in harmony with their guests’ desires. Impeccable, authentic, and personal service abound, and these guests feel truly satisfied. At Mohegan Sun, hospitality is King – and Queen.
- Episode 6: Guess Who’s Performing Tonight? Everyone!
The grand opening of the OLG Stage is upon us, with world-class entertainment at Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara. Tom agrees with the Niagara team that there is no better way to celebrate than a one-of-a-kind night with Billy Joel. This legend did ten sold-out shows at Mohegan Sun. Cathy and the entire team work to craft the perfect party to mark the occasion. Each exceptional moment makes this grand opening a masterpiece for special guests.
This season premiere on backofhouse.tv, viewers can enter to win unprecedented access into the world of special celebrations, unmatched service and iconic personalities. One grand prize winner will have the opportunity to enjoy an overnight stay for two in the property’s premier Presidential Suite and receive a $250 Mohegan Sun gift card. For more information on “Back of House,” please visit backofhouse.tv.
Since its inception, the “Back of House” series has been viewed in more than 19 countries and 625 cities. The series has also proven to be an exciting recruiting tool for talent to consider joining Mohegan Sun. “Back of House” has also won many digital marketing and video production awards, both platinum and gold, which include HSMAI, Telly, Vega, Marcom and Communicator honors.
ABOUT BACK OF HOUSE:
“Back of House” swings the doors of hospitality and entertainment wide open. It is a trailblazing all-access pass to the action behind the action at one of the world’s largest integrated casino resort destinations, Mohegan Sun. Enjoy following fun, dedicated resort employees as they navigate obstacles and challenges in their quests to make each guest’s stay a perfect getaway experience. For more information, visit backofhouse.tv where you can also book a room, buy show tickets, gift cards, Mohegan Sun merchandise, and even check out careers with Mohegan Sun.
ABOUT PRIMAL NY:
Primal NY is a full-service production studio specializing in brand discovery, digital strategy, content creation and distribution. Primal positions clients in ideal Digital, TV and Film scenarios. Based in New York City, the award-winning team of diverse filmmakers has experience across many industries including fashion, sports, music, hospitality, and motion pictures. Primal seeks relationships where opportunities exist to develop original content that enhances a client’s brand identity by finding unique ways to tell their stories. For more information, visit primal-ny.com.
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, more than 70 shops and luxury retail, world-class restaurants and bars, as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena. With industry-leading digital gaming offerings, including Mohegan Sun Beyond and the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, the flagship property offers cutting-edge gaming solutions to global customers both online and in-person. 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.
Oct 14, 2020 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Employment, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
WHAT: Mohegan Sun’s award-winning digital TV series “Back of House” returns tonight at 8:00pm with new episodes filmed both before and after the onset of COVID-19.
WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, October 14th at 8:00pm EST (and airing every Wednesday night through November 18th, with the exception of November 4th) on BackofHouse.tv
IN DETAIL: After receiving top international hospitality awards in 2019, Mohegan Sun launches season four of the hit series, “Back of House” tonight at 8:00pm on BackofHouse.tv. Season four follows the professional lives of 10 Mohegan Sun employees, providing viewers with an in-depth glimpse at the world of resort hospitality and operations. This season is partially filmed pre-pandemic, and goes behind the scenes to uncover the challenges and rewards of hosting New Year’s Eve 2020, as well as holiday galas and the building of a towering gingerbread house. After the onset of COVID-19, the series shows the diligent steps and hard work taken by leadership and team members to close and then safely reopen one of the largest integrated entertainment resorts in the United States after its three-month closure due to the pandemic.
Tune-in and WIN
To celebrate the fourth season premiere, backofhouse.tv and Mohegan Sun will host weekly contests following episode airings where winners can visit Mohegan Sun and catch the “Back of House” cast in action. Viewers will be eligible to enter via backofhouse.tv for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Mohegan Sun, as well as a grand-prize giveaway choice between a $250 gift card or an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun. Winners will be drawn on Fridays at 11:00am EST.
Episode 1: A New Beginning
Due to the pandemic, Mohegan Sun must close its doors for the first time ever. Watch as this 24/7, 365 day a year operation shifts gears to help its local community and its own employees, while they simultaneously attempt to understand life during quarantine. Given the greenlight to reopen, Jeff, Mary and Dan lead team members, working relentlessly to figure out how to reopen one of the largest travel destinations in the US. Ensuring the safety of both the guests and staff is paramount. They must find a way.
ABOUT BACK OF HOUSE
“Back of House” swings the doors of hospitality and entertainment wide open. It is a trailblazing all-access pass to the action behind the action at one of the world’s largest integrated casino resort destinations, Mohegan Sun. Enjoy following fun, dedicated resort employees as they navigate occasional mishaps in their quests to make each guest’s stay a perfect getaway experience. For more information, visit backofhouse.tv.
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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Oct 7, 2020 | Community Relations, Employment, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
The East Coast’s Leading Resort to Premiere Season 4 of its Revealing, Award-Winning Digital Series “Back of House,” Starting October 14
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 7, 2020) – After receiving top international hospitality awards in 2020, Mohegan Sun, one of the world’s leading integrated entertainment resort destinations, today announced the launch of “Back of House Season 4: A Fun and Revealing Digital Series.” On the heels of previous seasons’ successes, the fourth season of “Back of House” will feature five all-new weekly episodes on backofhouse.tv, providing fans a look into the ups-and-downs of operating a world-class entertainment destination every Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET, beginning on October 14 through November 18, with the exception of November 4.
“Back of House S4: A Fun and Revealing Digital Series” follows the professional lives of 10 employees as they adapt to the “new normal,” taking viewers behind-the-scenes at Mohegan Sun to witness pre- and post-pandemic happenings. The series will provide an in-depth glimpse of Mohegan Sun’s holiday festivities leading up to 2020, as well as the diligent steps and hard work taken by leadership and team members to safely reopen and operate one of the largest integrated entertainment resorts in the United States following its three-month closure due to COVID-19.
“Mohegan Sun has emerged from this unprecedented year as a hospitality industry leader at the forefront of health, safety and responsible entertainment delivery, for casino guests and employees,” said George Galinsky, SVP of Marketing Communications at Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment (MGE). “We chose to film these notable moments in our history to document them for future generations and to show the critical role our dedicated team members served. Some fun moments pre-pandemic will keep the series light, while emotional moments upon closing and re-opening keep it real. The goal, as always, is to deliver best-in-class entertaining, memorable experiences in a safe, fun environment.”
Primal-NY, an award-winning production studio, also returns for the fourth season to capture the latest and greatest happenings at Mohegan Sun. Robert Conticelli, President of Primal-NY said, “Compelling storytelling and innovative series production will ensure audiences connect with the resort and showcase Mohegan Sun’s journey toward a successful reopening. We hope this authentic series will inspire viewers to visit and experience Mohegan’s first-rate health, safety and entertainment offerings first-hand.”
Enter to Win and Experience “Back in House” IRL*
To celebrate its fourth season premiere, backofhouse.tv and Mohegan Sun will host weekly contests following episode airings for viewers to visit Mohegan Sun and catch the “Back of House” cast in action. Viewers will be eligible to enter via backofhouse.tv for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Mohegan Sun, as well as a grand-prize giveaway choice of a $250 gift card or overnight stay at Mohegan Sun. Winners will be drawn on Fridays at 11:00 a.m. ET.
Season four will bring five brand-new episodes, showcasing the pre- and post-pandemic happenings at Mohegan Sun:
- Episode 1: A New Beginning
Due to the pandemic, Mohegan Sun must close its doors for the first time ever. Watch as this 24/7, 365 day a year operation shifts gears to help its local community and its own employees, while they simultaneously attempt to understand life during quarantine. Given the greenlight to reopen, Jeff, Mary and Dan lead team members, working relentlessly to figure out how to reopen one of the largest travel destinations in the U.S. Ensuring the safety of both the guests and the staff is paramount. They must find a way.
- Episode 2: Be Social, Be Safe
As reopening day quickly approaches, the media floods Mohegan Sun. The health, safety and sanitation efforts are fastidious, fast, and furious as the clock ticks closer to guests returning to their favorite playground. The question on everyone’s mind is: “How will this go?” The casino is spotless, the back hallways too, and the hotel rooms are treated with new stringent protocols. As the team leaders complete their final walkthroughs, the bright shine of a successful reopening lies just ahead on the horizon. See what happens next.
- Episode 3: The Gingerbread House
The holidays are back at Mohegan Sun! Chef Lynn and his team are building a life-size Gingerbread House. That includes teams from engineering, carpentry, security, EVS, marketing and more. The project requires notoriously long hours and can be quite stressful, but the team has some outside help too! Busloads of school children arrive at Mohegan Sun to put the finishing touches on this one-of-a-kind masterpiece. As a thank you, the Mohegan Sun team gives them a special surprise gift. Watch it all now!
- Episode 4: Divas Light up the Holidays
What could be better than incredible holiday decorations and a Mariah Carey concert during the holidays? How about holiday decorating and a concert, followed by a drag queen holiday bash? Lindsay and Lauren work together to make sure that the event goes smoothly, but will these divas be too much to handle when they take over novelle? Be the first to find out. It is a night you won’t soon forget, as the ladies vow to come back to Mohegan Sun again and again! Stay tuned.
- Episode 5: New Year’s Eve
It’s New Year’s Eve 2020 at Mohegan Sun. The range of festivities and parties is as massive as ever with well over 10,000 people in attendance. Lauren, Andre, and Tyler work as a team to ensure the evening goes off without a hitch. Will it? Can it? With Pyrotechnics scheduled for midnight over the waterfall in the Shops at Mohegan Sun, and a total ballroom makeover needed in under one hour in the convention center, anything can happen, and probably will. Will this team and all the other staff be able to ring in the New Year in style? Find out now.
*Giveaway Disclaimer
Must be 21 years or older to be eligible to win. By entering the promotion, you are opting in to receive email offers from Mohegan Sun and agree to sign a media release waiver. Media release waiver allows Mohegan Sun to use your likeness as a prize winner. Subject to availability. Blackout dates may apply. No cash value. Offer is non-transferable. Offer valid at Mohegan Sun’s Connecticut location only. Participants cannot be an employee of Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment or one of its properties or a direct family member of an employee.
ABOUT BACK OF HOUSE
“Back of House” swings the doors of hospitality and entertainment wide open. It is a trailblazing all-access pass to the action behind the action at one of the world’s largest integrated casino resort destinations, Mohegan Sun. Enjoy following fun, dedicated resort employees as they navigate occasional mishaps in their quests to make each guest’s stay a perfect getaway experience. For more information, visit backofhouse.tv.
ABOUT PRIMAL NY
Primal NY is a full-service production studio specializing in brand discovery, digital strategy, content creation and distribution. Primal positions clients in ideal Digital, TV and Film scenarios. Based in New York City, the award-winning team of diverse filmmakers has experience across many industries including fashion, sports, music, hospitality, and motion pictures. Primal seeks relationships where opportunities exist to develop original content that enhances a client’s brand identity by finding unique ways to tell their stories. For more information, visit primal-ny.com.
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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Oct 10, 2019 | Breaking News, Employment, Entertainment, General News, Travel & Leisure
WHAT: The Award winning digital TV series, “Back of House,” that gives viewers a unique look into what it takes to operate one of the largest entertainment and resort destinations in the United States, launches season three tonight! The series will feature an all-new episode every Thursday at 8:00pm (EST) through November 14th (six total episodes), and along with each episode debut, viewers can take part in an enter to win contest based on each episode’s story line.
WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, October 10th at 8:00pm (and airing every Thursday night through November 14th) | BackofHouse.TV
IN DETAIL: Introducing new cast members and bringing back a few familiar faces, “Back of House” season three follows the professional lives of six Mohegan Sun employees from various resorts functions, including Creative Events, Culinary, Human Resources, Asian Communications, Public Events, and Nightlife. From planning large-scale VIP events at novelle, (the new ultra lounge venue that opened this past summer at Mohegan Sun) to pushing culinary team members to exercise their creative muscle, “Back of House” reveals how employees transform behind-the-scenes operations into fun for every guest, while demonstrating their collaborative relationships and the “wow” factor that comes with working at one of the world leaders in resort entertainment.
Tune-in and WIN
Every Thursday night, viewers will have the unique opportunity to win up to six awe-inspiring prize bundles centered around each episode and the integrated entertainment resort. Prizes include a custom cake made by Chef Lynn himself, a table at the hottest BBQ Fest of the year, a taste of Southeast Asia and shopping spree, VIP access and bottle service at Mohegan Sun’s new ultra-lounge, novelle, and a luxurious stay in Aspire with your very own butler. One lucky grand prize winner will be chosen for a behind-the-scenes tour of Mohegan Sun to experience “Back of House” with the stars themselves.
Episode 1: Birthday Cake Showdown on BackofHouse.TV, tonight at 8:00pm:
Mohegan Sun makes over 7,000 cakes a year. Today, there’s a training competition between five dedicated employees. According to Chef Lynn, “We always do more than needed, and I want to see the best of the best.” Erica a cake lover, and Jeff, a cake hater, are both recruited to help pick the winner! See how it all turns out.
ABOUT BACK OF HOUSE
“Back of House” swings the doors of hospitality and entertainment wide open. It is a trailblazing all-access pass to the action behind the action at Mohegan Sun, one of the world’s largest integrated casino resort destinations. Enjoy following fun, dedicated employees as they navigate occasional mishaps in their quests to make each guest’s stay a perfect getaway experience. For more information, visit BackofHouse.TV.
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