Top 10 of the Week

DRAG RACE – Holi-Slay and All Stars 4

The one-hour “RuPaul’s Drag Race Holi-slay Spectacular” will bring back franchise favorites including Eureka O’Hara, Jasmine Masters, Kim Chi, Latrice Royale, Mayhem Miller, Shangela, Sonique, and Trixie Mattel as they compete for the title of America’s first “Drag Race Christmas Queen.” Immediately following will be the premiere of All Stars Season 4 starring: Farrah Moan, Gia Gunn, Jasmine Masters, Latrice Royale, Manila Luzon, Monét X Change, Monique Heart, Naomi Smalls, Trinity Taylor, and Valentina.

Friday, December 7; 8pm; VH1

ICON – Barry Manilow

Manilow’s storied career includes more than 50 Top 40 hits, Grammy, Tony and Emmy awards, a seven-year run on the Vegas Strip and an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. His hits include “Mandy,” “I Write the Songs,” “Can’t Smile Without You” and “Copacabana.” Here he presents “A Very Barry Christmas.”

Thurs, December 6; 8pm; American Airlines Arena (601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami); Tix: Start at $56; aaarena.com.

ART BASEL – Miami Beach 2018

In their American show, leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa show significant work from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well as the new generation of emerging stars. Paintings, sculptures, installations, photographs, films, and editioned works of the highest quality are on display in the main exhibition hall. Many more events happening all over Miami.

Thurs December 6 through Sun December 9; artbasel.com/miami-beach.

COMEDIAN – Anjelah Johnson (Bon Qui Qui)

She became an internet sensation with her viral video, “Nail Salon” which led to many stand up, television and film opportunities. That same year she joined the cast of, “MADtv” as a series regular, which spawned another internet sensation, “Bon Qui Qui.” This original character, a disgruntled fast food employee with no filter, has been enjoyed, viewed and replicated by over 65 million people worldwide.

Thurs, Fri and Sat, Dec 6-8; Palm Beach Improv (550 S Rosemary Ave #250, West Palm Beach); Tix: GA $35 and VIP $75; Palmbeachimprov.com.

WEPA – Amor A La Musica

This Latin music fest returns to south Florida featuring Maluma, Prince Royce, Carlos Vives, Silvestre Dangond and Reik.

Fri, December 7; 8pm; American Airlines Arena (601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami); Tix: Start at $49; aaarena.com.

SINGING – Fort Lauderdale’s Gay Men’s Chorus

The FTLGMC is making the yuletide gay as they present “Season’s Greetings: A Holiday Concert.” Whether your reason for the season is Christmas, Hanukkah or Ol’ Saint Nick, you’ll enjoy a festive mix of traditional holiday favorites, contemporary carols and a special visit from Santa and his very handsome reindeer!

Sat, December 8; 8pm; All Saints Episcopal Church (333 Tarpon Drive, Fort Lauderdale); Tix: $25(GA); $40 (VIP); Theftlgmc.org.

 

BENEFIT – Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center

Lips, the ultimate in drag dining, will host a not-your-ordinary Holiday Toy Drive to benefit (CDTC) during its Dragalicious Gospel Brunch with two show seating’s at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped children’s toy to receive a free Lips’ world famous frozen cosmo during a future visit.

Sun, December 9; Lips (1421 East Oakland Park Blvd. Oakland Park); Tix: $10; Reservations are required and can be made by calling (954) 567-0987

 

MOVIES – Ben Is Back

Follows the charming yet troubled Ben Burns (Hedges), who returns home to his unsuspecting family one fateful Christmas Eve. Ben’s wary mother Holly Burns (Roberts) welcomes her beloved son’s return, but soon learns he is still very much in harm’s way. During the 24 hours that may change their lives forever, Holly must do everything in her power to avoid the family’s downfall.

Premieres Friday, December 7; Rated R and stars Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, Courtney B. Vance, and Kathryn Newton.

FABULOUSNESS – L’illusion du Plumage

Fantastically costumed dancers parade across the stage creating a mesmerizing spectacle you won’t want to miss. L’illusion du Plumage opens with the splendor of the quintessential symbol of glamour, excitement, and beauty that is showgirls, but with an unexpected twist. This time, the girls are wearing the bow tie and the boys wear the heels, go-go shorts, crystal arm pieces dangling from their waist… and that’s just the start.

Sat & Sun, December 8th and 9th; 7 pm; War Memorial Auditorium (800 NE 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale) Tix: $43-$75; AXS.com.

 

TV – Botched Returns

Since 2014 this has been one of my go to guilty pleasures as two celebrity plastic surgeons, Paul Nassif and Terry Dubrow, treat a variety of noteworthy patients seeking help because of cosmetic procedures gone wrong or severe physical anomalies.

Thurs, December 6th 10pm; Bravo

 

 

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