Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Events to Peep for the Month of November

Get ready to re-enter the 36 Chambers on Thursday, November 1st, when the Wu-Tang Clan hits the Anthem stage with special guest, Redman, plus many more to celebrate the iconic group's 25th anniversary of their debut album, "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)." 8 p.m. Tickets: $85-$125. The Anthem. 901 Wharf Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024. www. theanthemdc.com

Come on down...to the MGM on Saturday, November 3rd, for a live version of The Price is Right where cash, vacations, appliances, and automobiles can be yours if your name is called. 3 p.m. Tickets: $60-$246. The Theater at MGM National Harbor. 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. www.ticketmaster.com


Forget Netflix and chill. On Saturday, November 3rd, make it Netflix and laughs when you head to Constitution Hall for the streaming services' special live taping of Mike Epps' comedy show. Don't forget to smile if the camera lands on you! 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $52-$125+. DAR Constitution Hall. 1776 D Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006. www.ticketmaster.com

On Sunday, November 4th, iconic pop gospel sextet, Take 6, brings their hits to the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club for a brunch show that's sure to satisfy your soul (and stomach). 11 a.m. Tickets: $59-$79. Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club. 7719 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814. www.bethesdabluesjazz.com

Everyone's favorite "pretty boy" comic, Bill Bellamy, heads to DC's Improv stage on Thursday, November 8th, to do what he does best: crack you up! 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $30. DC Improv. 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036. www.dcimprov.com

On Friday, November 9th, the D-O-double G in collaboration with playwright Je'Caryous Johnson brings his stage play, "Redemption of a Dogg," to the Warner Theater. Set to the backdrop of his classic hits, "Redemption" tells the story of Snoop Dogg's rise from street hustler to hip hop rapper to pop culture icon. Also starring Tamar Braxton, Eric Benet, and Omar Gooding. 8 p.m. Tickets: $69-$89. The Warner Theatre. 513 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. www.birchmere.com

Head back to the Improv on Thursday, November 15th, when writer, comedian, actor, and co-star of Black'ish, Deon Cole, kicks off his four-day comedy set that's sure to be a riot of laughs. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $32. DC Improv. 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036. www.dcimprov.com

America's beloved first lady, Michelle Obama, will command the Captial One Arena stage on Saturday, November 17th, for "Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama" where she'll discuss her life's journey and new autobiography. 8 p.m. Tickets: $670-$2000. Capital One Arena. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. www.ticketmaster.com

Keeping their DC Thanksgiving week concert tradition alive, iconic soul group, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly heads to Constitution Hall on Saturday, November 24th, to deliver all of their grooves from "Golden Time of Day" to "Happy Feeling." Opening artist: Joe. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $59-$125. DAR Constitution Hall. 1776 D Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006. www.ticketmaster.com

On Wednesday, November 28th, settle in for an evening of theater and enjoy the first installment of August Wilson's 10-act play, "Gem of the Ocean," which tells the story of Aunt Ester, an otherworldly 287-year-old fiery matriarch, who guides her house guest on a soaring, lyrical journey of spiritual awakening to the City of Bones. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $36-$51. Round House Theatre. 4545 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814. www.roundhousetheatre.org

If theater's not your flava, close out the month with the soulful sounds of singer and pianist John Legend on Wednesday, November 28th, instead, for his "A Legendary Christmas" show, where he'll bring all of his hits from "All of Me" to "Ordinary People" plus an array of classic holiday tunes. 8 p.m. $208-$559. The Theater at MGM National Harbor. 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. www.ticketmaster.com

Restaurant of the Month: November 4th-11th, celebrate Black Restaurant Week in the DMV with culture, education, and good food at various restaurants throughout the area including The Caged Bird, Ben's Next Door, and Wicked Bloom. For more information and special restaurant offers, click here.


Life's short. Be entertained...and have a Happy Thanksgiving!