WWW: What to Watch, Where to Go, What to Do

Date: Friday, November 06, 2009, 5:39 am
By: Tonya Pendleton, BlackAmericaWeb.com

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Get ready to laugh yourself sick, Detroit: Comics Earthquake (above), Sheryl Underwood and George Wilborn are on the way.

The holidays are almost here – are you ready? On the East Coast, fall's full bloom has arrived with the annual changing of the leaves, as well as colder temperatures. It’s probably about that time to start planning your Turkey Day dinner and planning for guests because the day will be here before you know it.

The World Series may be over, but the NBA is starting up, and the NFL is heating up in Week Nine. Get your beverage of choice and your couch ready as there are still two undefeated teams left – Indianapolis and New Orleans. And don’t forget, your favorite young-love-gone-wrong story continues with both Chris Brown and Rihanna taking to the airwaves Friday night to discuss their former relationship. Should be must-see TV.


ON TV:

All times are Eastern.


Friday, Nov. 6

“Chris Brown: The Interview,” 6 p.m. on MTV

Chris Brown sits down with a freshly de-locked Sway to talk about the night he assaulted his former girlfriend, fellow pop star Rihanna.

“Cavaliers vs. Knicks,” 8 p.m. on ESPN

The Cavs handled the Knicks last season, winning all four regular season games. Will that be the case this year?

“20/20,” 10 p.m. on ABC

Diane Sawyer interviews Rihanna, who talks for the first time about her infamous altercation and relationship with Chris Brown.


Saturday, Nov. 7

“The Wanda Sykes Show,” 11 p.m. on Fox

The comedienne extraordinaire premieres a highly-anticapated, late-night show. We'll be watching.

“Saturday Night Live,” 11:30 p.m. on NBC

Fresh off being dissed by Kanye West, country singer Taylor Swift is the host.


Sunday, Nov. 8

“Sunday Night Football: Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles,” 8:15 p.m. on NBC

The fierce division rivals meet up to decide who’ll take the lead.

“UnSung: Bootsy Collins,” 8 p.m. on TV One
 
Parliament-Funkadelic bass player and bandleader Bootsy Collins tells his amazing story.


ON SCREEN:

“The Box,” starring Cameron Diaz, James Marsden
(PG-13)

You push a button and you get a million dollars, but a stranger dies. Bet that this will not turn out well.

“Precious – Based On the Novel, Push,” starring Mo’Nique, Gabourey Sibide, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey (R)

Tyler Perry and Oprah executive-produce and Lee Daniels directs the story of an overweight, abused girl who finds a way out of hell with the help of a compassionate teacher.


ON SHELVES:

“Great Short Stories by African-American Writers,” edited by Bob Blaisdell. The best of African-American writers in the short form.

“Farther Than I Meant To Go, Longer Than I Meant to Stay,” by Tiffany L. Warren. A woman’s journey through a bad marriage brings her closer to God.


THING TO DO IN ...

LAS VEGAS, NV
Friday, Nov. 6
R. Kelly
Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino
8 p.m.
$50.95 – $65.71

DURHAM, NC
Friday, Nov. 6
KEM, Najee and Maysa
Durham Performing Arts Center
8 p.m.
$35-$60

SHREVEPORT, LA
Friday, Nov. 6
Heart and Soul Jam, with Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and Babyface
Shreveport Memorial Municipal Coliseum
Shreveport, LA
$49-$59

DETROIT
Saturday, Nov. 7
"All-Stars of Comedy," with Earthquake, Sheryl Underwood, George Wilborn
Fox Theater
$48-$78
8 p.m.

Sexy Soul Music Tour 2009, with Eric Benet, Mint Condition, Ledisi
Music Hall Center
Detroit, MI
8 p.m.
$49.75 – $79.75
 
NEW YORK CITY
Sunday, Nov. 8
Teena Marie
BB King’s Blues Club and Grill
8 p.m.
$60


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