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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

COMEDIAN RETURNING TO MYSTIC LAKE NOVEMBER 30 Tickets On Sale July 27

PRIOR LAKE – JULY 20, 2018 – Comedian and actor Ron “Tater Salad” White will return with his classic, real life stories to the Mystic Showroom Friday, November 30 at 8 p.m.

Notably known for his role in the phenomenon, Ron White regales audiences with tales ranging from growing up in a small town in to sharing stories of his daily life. The Grammy-nominated comedian is also known for his appearances in supporting actor roles in the major theatrical films “Horrible Bosses” and “Sex and the City 2,” and most recently for showcasing his talents in the 2016 Showtime series “Roadies,” alongside Luke Wilson, Carla Gugino and Imogen Poots.

TICKET INFORMATION Tickets to see Ron White at 8 p.m. Friday, November 30 in the Mystic Showroom will be available beginning Friday, July 27 for $49, $59 or $69. Contact the Mystic Box Office at 952-496-6563 or visit mysticlake.com for more details.

Event: Ron White Date: Friday, November 30 Time: 8 p.m. Place: Mystic Showroom® Tickets: $49, $59 & $69 Sale Date: 10 a.m. Friday, July 27

ABOUT RON WHITE Ron White began performing comedy in 1986 and was quickly opening for legendary comedians Sam Kinison and . After eventually becoming a comedy club headliner, White was asked to join the Blue Collar Comedy Tour alongside Jeff Foxworthy, and in 2000. The show toured for over three years to sold- out audiences in over 270 cities and grossed more than $35 million. In 2003, Warner Brothers filmed the show, “Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie” for a theatrical/TV/DVD/CD release. The film premiered as the most-watched movie in ’s history. In 2005, the video “Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again” was filmed and released on TV and DVD/CD.

In November of 2003, White released his breakthrough comedy CD “Drunk In Public” followed by his first one-hour TV comedy special “They Call Me Tater Salad.” The special had the highest viewership for a Sunday program in Comedy Central history. The DVD version was released in 2004 and reached No. 1 on the Billboard™ Comedy Chart. In 2005, White’s second one-hour special “You Can’t Fix Stupid” aired on Comedy Central to 4.5 million viewers, making it the third largest audience in Comedy Central’s history and the No. 1 show on primetime basic cable. The CD reached No. 1 on the Billboard Comedy Charts and remained there for nine consecutive weeks. This success also earned White his first Grammy nomination. Ron received his second Grammy nod for the show “Blue Collar Comedy Tour - One for The Road.” In June 2006, Penguin Books released Ron’s first book “Ron “Tater Salad” White: I Had the Right to Remain Silent…But I Didn’t Have the Ability,” which landed him on Best Seller List. In 2009, Ron released his third album “Behavioral Problems,” which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Comedy Chart. In 2013 Ron’s fourth album, “A Little Unprofessional,” also reached No. 1 on the Billboard Comedy Chart.

ABOUT MYSTIC LAKE CASINO HOTEL Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, the premier gaming facility in the Midwest, continually creates new, fun and exciting entertainment experiences for its guests. Mystic Lake® offers gaming, three lively bars, exceptional dining at seven restaurants, headline performers, unique special events and luxurious accommodations. Located 25 minutes southwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul in Prior Lake.

Visit Mystic Lake in RiverSouth—Land of Big Fun! RiverSouth℠ is a joint public-private collaboration promoting premier entertainment destinations just from Minneapolis. With four of Minnesota’s biggest attractions just four miles apart, there’s fun around every bend. Partners include Canterbury Park, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Valleyfair, the Renaissance Festival, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, and the cities of Prior Lake and Shakopee.

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2400 MYSTIC LAKE BOULEVARD, PRIOR LAKE, MN 55372 • PHONE 952-445-9000 • FAX 952-496-7199 Owned and Operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community

2400 MYSTIC LAKE BOULEVARD, PRIOR LAKE, MN 55372 • PHONE 952-445-9000 • FAX 952-496-7199

Owned and Operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community