Foxwoods Unveils August Entertainment Slate

MASHANTUCKET, CT – Soak up the last few weeks of summer at Foxwoods Resort Casino, and enjoy highly-anticipated performances by country legends Toby Keith with Trace Adkins, R&B artist Miguel, or entertain the entire family at a dazzling show of Cirque Éloize Hotel.

According to a release, guests can also take advantage of cooler summer evenings at Foxwoods’ free Party on the Patio, featuring all-star Boston rock group The Ultra. Finally, don’t miss celebrity appearances and themed events at Foxwoods’ Liquid Sundays, the only outdoor Vegas-style pool parties in the Northeast!

Tickets for all shows may be purchased online at www.foxwoods.com, or by calling the Foxwoods Box Office at 800-200-2882 or Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000. Tickets are also available on-site at any Foxwoods Box Office.

To book The Music Box at the Grand Theater, visit www.foxwoods.com/musicbox.aspx or call 860-312-8303.

Eric Moo: The Love Concert Tour 2018

WHEN: August 4, 1 a.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• A superstar across Southeast Asia, Malaysian Chinese Moo is an award-winning singer-songwriter and record producer who has released more than 40 albums in Mandarin and Cantonese and performed over 40 concerts. Tickets are $38, $58, $98 and $138.

Revolution 3: The Cult, Bush, Stone Temple Pilots

WHEN: August 4, 7 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• Three of the most legendary bands in rock – The Cult, Bush, Stone Temple Pilots
• Three of the most legendary bands in rock – The Cult, Bush, Stone Temple Pilots – are teaming up to create a tri-headlining event like no other: The Revolution 3 tour. Fans of the multi-platinum selling bands can expect a full set performance by each group and a night of hit songs spanning generations from the three epic acts sharing one stage. Tickets are $55, $65 and $75.

Two Kings and A Queen

WHEN: August 4, 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Theater

• Cocoa Brown’s unique personality always shines through in her many characters throughout her storied television career. Her television credits show Cocoa Brown is a highly sought after standup comedienne, delivering an honest and humorous show for which she has generated a large and loyal following. She is joined at Foxwoods by Drew Fraser and Talent. Tickets are $30.

Boy George and Culture Club and Thompson Twin’s Tom Bailey

WHEN: August 5, 7 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• Since their inception in 1981 Culture Club have sold more than 50 million records worldwide, lead by their classic hits, "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me," "Karma Chameleon," and "I'll Tumble 4 Ya.” The group is fronted by British singer/songwriter Boy George, who is universally recognized as one of music's iconic artists. George was recently presented with the Ivor Novello lifetime achievement award in 2015 for his contribution to the music industry. Also joining the stage is Thompson Twin’s Tom Bailey, ready to bring back the classics like “Hold Me Now,” “King for a Day” and “Doctor! Doctor!” Tickets are $35, $55 and $75.

Liquid Sundays: Fat Sunday

WHEN: August 5, 12 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Tower Pool

• Foxwoods’ Liquid Sundays is the only outdoor Vegas-style pool party in the Northeast, happening every Sunday throughout the summer. Join the celebration on August 5 for a Fat Sunday themed event that is guaranteed to bring the heat! Tickets start at $20. To learn more about renting a private cabana or day bed, check out www.foxwoods.com/liquid-sundays.

DJ Costa

WHEN: August 7, 9 p.m.

WHERE: SHRINE

• Costa, considered one of the top DJs in New England, originally made a name for himself by working on Boston’s #1 morning radio show. Since then, he has made a mark on the DJ scene by spinning at some of the country’s hottest clubs and has earned a monthly residency at The Grand in Boston as well as SHRINE. His return to SHRINE promises an unparalleled evening of incredible music and dancing. Tickets are $15.

Trevor Noah

WHEN: August 10 and 11, 8 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• Trevor Noah is the most successful comedian in Africa and is the host of the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning "The Daily Show" on Comedy Central. This year, "The Daily Show" has been nominated for a highly coveted Writers Guild Award. His laughter-inducing show is guaranteed to please the audience with his amicable stage presence and sharp wit. Tickets are $44 and $64.50.

Thunder From Down Under

WHEN: August 10 and 11, 8 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Theater

• Australia’s hottest export is back for more as Thunder From Down Under hits the Fox Theater stage for two nights of chiseled physiques, seductive dance routines, cheeky humor and irresistible boy-next-door charm. Tickets are $30 and $45.

Party on the Patio

WHEN: August 11, 6 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Tower Lawn

• Foxwoods’ Party on the Patio continues through the month of August, featuring The Ultra, a classic rock n’ roll band hailing from Boston with a twist of modern style. Don’t miss the group’s electric live shows at Foxwoods’ Party on the Patio this summer! Party on the Patio runs from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and features food trucks and bars. There will be outdoor games and the evening will end with a short fireworks show. Visit www.foxwoods.com/PartyOnThePatio for more information. This event is free.

Liquid Sundays: Special Guest Lil Jon

WHEN: August 12, 12 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Tower Pool

• Foxwoods’ Liquid Sundays is the only outdoor Vegas-style pool party in the Northeast, happening every Sunday throughout the summer. Don’t miss the celebrity sightings when Lil Jon joins the coolest pool party of the season on August 12! Tickets start at $20. To learn more about renting a private cabana or day bed, check out www.foxwoods.com/liquid-sundays.

BRKLYN

WHEN: August 14, 9 p.m.

WHERE: SHRINE

• Based out of Los Angeles, BRKLYN combines live instrumentation, cinematic drums, resonating top line vocal melodies and aggressive synthesizers to create a distinct emotional style. BRKLYN has worked with music by industry stars including Lana Del Rey, Ellie Goulding, Kanye West and Eminem. Drawing inspiration from their eclectic background, BRKLYN invites listeners to experience their high energy live sets that are sure to light up the dancefloor at SHRINE. Tickets are $15.

Larry The Cable Guy

WHEN: August 17, 8 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• Larry the Cable Guy is a multiplatinum recording artist, GRAMMY nominee, Billboard award-winner and one of the top comedians in the country. Traveling the nation with Jeff Foxworthy, the “We’ve Been Thinking Tour” features hilarious, all new material showcasing the best in great American comedy. Tickets are $43, $63 and $79.

MAKJ

WHEN: August 18, 9 p.m.

WHERE: SHRINE

• Mackenzie Johnson, better known as MAKJ, uncovered a passion for mixing at the young age of 15 and has risen to fame thanks to his creativity and diversity as an artist and support from renowned artists such as Tiesto, Afrojack, David Guetta and others. His sold-out tours have featured stops at legendary festivals including Coachella, Ultra, BETA and many more. Tickets are $30.

Liquid Sundays: Baewatch

WHEN: August 19, 12 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Tower Pool

• Foxwoods’ Liquid Sundays is the only outdoor Vegas-style pool party in the Northeast, happening every Sunday throughout the summer. On August 19, come down to the Fox Tower Pool for an unforgettable Baewatch event! Guests won’t want to miss this sizzling themed pool party. Tickets start at $20. To learn more about renting a private cabana or day bed, check out www.foxwoods.com/liquid-sundays.

Arty

WHEN: August 21, 9 p.m.

WHERE: SHRINE

• Successful DJ/Producer and EDM heavyweight Arty has built an international following mixing his trademark big-room anthems with downtempo electronica year over year, showcasing his gift for translating club-focused sounds to the pop/radio format. With nods to classic trance, Arty is prepared to keep the party going all night at SHRINE. Tickets are $15.

Cirque Éloize Hotel

WHEN: August 22 through September 2, show times vary

WHERE: Fox Theater

• For its 25th anniversary, the masterminds behind captivating shows like Cirque Éloize iD and Cirque Éloize Cirkopolis once again present a touching, poetic, one-of-a-kind creation. Hotel is the story of a place and the travelers who come passing through it. Acrobatics, theatre, dance and live music will draw spectators into a colorful, timeless world. Avant-garde stage design, inspired by the elegance of the great hotels, will carry the narrative complete with cinematographic projections and magical effects. All that remains is to enter through the lobby door and get swept away by the grandeur and poetry of Hotel. For a special Preview Night performance on August 22, all tickets are $20. Regular tickets are $25-$55.

Toby Keith with Trace Adkins

WHEN: August 23, 8 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• The familiar maxim of the triple threat – singer, songwriter, musician – doesn't begin to cover it for Toby Keith, one of the modern era's most complete self-directed hit makers. This August, Toby Keith brings the “Should’ve Been A Cowboy Tour XXV” to Foxwoods, joined by country powerhouse Trace Adkins for a night the audience will never forget. Tickets are $20, $125, $195 and $275.

Miguel: The Ascension Tour

WHEN: August 24, 8 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• Having just completed his sold-out Spring tour in early April, renowned GRAMMY award-winning singer/songwriter Miguel has announced that he will embark on a North American tour this Fall in support of his critically praised fourth studio album, War & Leisure. "Sky Walker," Miguel's lead single off War & Leisure, reached #1 on the Rhythmic and Urban radio charts and has been Certified Platinum by the RIAA, making it one of the fastest rising hits of early 2018. Tickets are $29.50, $39.50, $59.50 and $79.50.

Party on the Patio

WHEN: August 25, 6 p.m.

WHERE: Fox Tower Lawn

• Foxwoods’ Party on the Patio returns on August 25 to keep the party going all summer, featuring performances from electric modern Boston rock group The Ultra. Party on the Patio runs from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and features food trucks and bars. There will be outdoor games and the evening will end with a short fireworks show. Visit www.foxwoods.com/PartyOnThePatio for more information. This event is free.

Bijou

WHEN: August 28, 9 p.m.

WHERE: SHRINE

• Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, Bijou has taken his native scene by storm. Spinning hundreds of local shows a year at the most populated venues in the city, Bijou’s fanbase has come to expect the heavy bass and dancefloor vibes of his unique blend of hip hop elements and classic house. Tickets are $15.

Russell Peters

WHEN: August 31, 8 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Theater

• From humble beginnings on YouTube to being named in Rolling Stone’s just released list of the 50 Best Comics of All Time, Russell Peters has earned his spot as an acclaimed comedian. He has appeared on “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno, “The Jimmy Fallon Show,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” among countless others. Tickets are $44, $54 and $64.

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