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Masters of the Mic with Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, and more

May 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM  ·  Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, CT Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, CT

Masters of the Mic
May 30
Masters of the Mic
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Born in Barbados, Doug E. Fresh became known as the first and best human beatbox in rap. He rose to fame in the mid-1980s, releasing the classic hit The Show/La Di Da Di with his Get Fresh Crew, which included Slick Rick. He followed with albums like Oh, My God!
London-born hip-hop storyteller Slick Rick rose to fame with his 1988 platinum debut, The Great Adventures of Slick Rick. Known for hits like Children's Story, the Def Jam artist released albums including Behind Bars and the gold-certified The Art of Storytelling, becoming one of history's most sampled rappers.
MC Lyte is a pioneering hip-hop rapper, DJ, and actress with a 30-year career. She is the first female rapper nominated for a Grammy, the first female artist to earn a gold single, and the first rap artist to perform at Carnegie Hall. She has received numerous honors, including the RIAA Pioneers of Hip-Hop Honor and the BET Her Hip Hop Legend Award, and serves on the Kennedy Center's Hip Hop Culture Council.
Formed in 1987 by Erick Sermon and Parrish Smith in Brentwood, New York, hip-hop duo EPMD released classic underground albums like Strictly Business and Business Never Personal. Known for hits like You Gots to Chill, they later launched the Hit Squad.
Born Antonio Hardy in Brooklyn, hip-hop artist Big Daddy Kane joined the Juice Crew and released his acclaimed debut album, Long Live the Kane, in 1988. Known for his rapid-fire rhyming, he issued albums like It's a Big Daddy Thing and later pursued acting.
Formed in 1991, hip-hop group Arrested Development is known for African-influenced sounds and activism. Their album 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life of... won two Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist and Best Rap Single for Tennessee.
Masters of the Mic is a celebrated hip-hop concert event uniting pioneers and legends of the genre's golden era. It showcases influential artists known for their lyrical complexity and groundbreaking styles. The event honors hip-hop's enduring impact, creating an intergenerational bridge for fans. Featured artists have included Doug E. Fresh, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, and Slick Rick, performing classic anthems.

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Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino Theater Capacity: 4,000

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About Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino

The Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resorts Casino is a 4,000-capacity theater located in Ledyard, CT, renowned for its opulent design and being a premier entertainment hub within one of North America's largest casino complexes. This upscale venue consistently draws top-tier concerts, comedy acts, and diverse performances, offering plush seating and a layout engineered for excellent views and acoustics from nearly every seat.

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