The top 5 shows you don't want to miss

The hottest acts, best comedians and more are coming to Reno

April 17, 2008

As the weather warms up, so does the list of must-see live shows in the Reno area. Take a look at a few you don't want to miss.

Wayne Brady, May 17

Wayne Brady brings his hilarious improvisations and impersonations back to Silver Legacy Resort Casino’s Grande Exposition Hall 8 p.m. May 17. More information

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Carrie Underwood, May 19

Carnival Ride Tour with special guest Josh Turner
7:30 p.m. Monday, May 19
Reno Events Center
400 N. Center St.
(775) 787-8497

Ticket Prices - $55, $45 and $35
For more information, Reno Events Center.

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Bonnie Raitt, May 23

9 p.m., Grande Exposition Hall
Silver Legacy Resort
407 N. Virginia St.

Ticket Prices - $75, $65 and $55

For more on Raitt and her phenomenal career click here.

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Al Green, May 24

8 p.m. Grande Exposition Hall
Silver Legacy
407 N. Virgina St.

Ticket Prices - $80, $70 and $65

For more details on legend Al Green, see our listing here

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Modest Mouse, May 27

8 p.m. in the Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. Second St., Reno. Tickets on sale now. Modest Mouse is touring on their latest album We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank.

The video below for Little Motel was shot by Reno native Justin Francis. Recognize any of the sites?

Modest Mouse - Little Motel

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Comic Carlos Mencia, May 31

Carlos Mencia, superstar and stand-up comedian, is undoubtedly one of today’s most lauded entertainers and feared comics. Come see him perform two shows on May 31 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. in the Grande Exposition Hall at Silver Legacy Resort Casino. More information