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Wanda Sykes to Perform at Treasure Island

RED WING, Minnesota -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Treasure Island Resort & Casino is excited to welcome the Emmy Award winning comedian Wanda Sykes at 8 pm on Friday, November 9 and Saturday, November 10. Sykes is acclaimed by her peers as 'one of the funniest stand up comics' today and is guaranteed to put on a sidesplitting show.

Sykes' quick wit and limitless boundaries have shot her career in several directions, from the television set to the silver screen and everything in-between. In addition to several of her own CBS, HBO and Comedy Central shows, Sykes can be seen on "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "The New Adventures Old Christine." Her distinct voice can be heard on "Crank Yankers," "Over the Hedge" and "The Barnyard." She has also appeared in countless blockbuster comedies such as "Evan Almighty," "Monster-In-Law" and "My Super Ex-Girlfriend."

Sykes' work has been recognized by several awards including the American Comedy Award for "Outstanding Female Stand-up Comic," Comedy Central Commie Award for "Funniest TV Actress," and an Emmy and five Emmy nominations for "Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Special" for her work on the "Chris Rock Show" and "Wanda Sykes: Sick & Tired."

Don't miss your chance to see this hilarious comedian in action. This show may contain adult content. Tickets are priced at $35, $45 and $55 and are sure to sell out fast, so reserve your seats today at the Treasure Island Box Office by calling 800-222-7077 ext. 2297.

Treasure Island Resort & Casino is the only casino resort in southern Minnesota and the only facility of its kind located on the banks of the Mississippi River. Treasure Island offers guests some of the best gaming, accommodations, food service and nationally known entertainment in the casino industry. Treasure Island features over 2,500 slots, 44 table games, 10-table poker room, and 550-seat high stakes bingo hall all within seven casinos, each with a unique Caribbean theme. Guests can relax in Treasure Island's luxurious 250-room hotel. Additional guest amenities include a 137-slip marina, 95-site RV-park and a 125-passenger cruise yacht.

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