The Times Herald (Norristown, PA)
Get ready for onslaught of TV holiday chestnuts
by Brett Eldredge, Jennifer Nettles, Leslie Odom Jr., Pentatonix, Gwen Stefani, The Tenors and others. (8 p.m., NBC). Nov. 30 “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” — Julianne Hough and Nick Lachey host a “magical” two-hour event from Walt Disney World and Disneyland. (9 p.m., ABC). Dec. 1 “Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic” — Magicians show off their tricks. (9 p.m., The CW; re-airs 8 p.m. Dec. 22). Dec. 4 “The Great Christmas Light Fight” — It’s the battle of the bulbs as Clark Griswold wannabes compete in this over-the-top home-decorating contest. (8 p.m., ABC). Dec. 7 “A Nashville Christmas” — Wynonna, Emmylou Harris, Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis come together to perform traditional carols and pop standards. (8 p.m., getTV).
“The Great American Baking Show” — Ayesha Curry and Anthony “Spice” Adams host this reality competition that challenges contestants to whip up festive treats. (9 p.m., ABC). Dec. 10 “America’s Funniest Home Videos” — Holidaythemed clips are featured. (7 p.m., ABC). Dec. 12 “Gwen Stefani’s You Make It Feel Like Christmas” — Stefani sings tunes from her new holiday album and welcomes guests Blake Shelton, Chelsea Handler, Ken Jeong, Seth MacFarlane and Ne-Yo. (9 p.m., NBC).
“Greatest Holiday Commercials Countdown” — Kevin Frazier ushers viewers through 12 of the best holiday ads ever. (8 p.m., The CW; re-airs 9 p.m. Dec. 22). Dec. 14 “Taraji’s White Hot Holidays” — “Empire” dynamo Taraji P. Henson spreads some cheer and goodwill. Guests include Chaka Khan, Ciara, Faith Evans, Fergie, Jussie Smollett, Salt-N-Pepa and the Ying Yang Twins. (8 p.m., Fox).
“iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2017” — Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, The Chainsmokers, Fifth Harmony, Liam Payne, Camila Cabello and Niall Horan celebrate the season with musical performances. (8 p.m., The CW; re-airs 8 p.m. Dec. 25).
“Showtime at the Apollo: Christmas” — Snoop Dogg, Boyz II Men, Fifth Harmony, DMX and others take the stage at New York City’s famed venue. (9 p.m., Fox). Dec. 15 “The 86th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade” — It’s a massive procession down Hollywood Boulevard, with fancy floats, marching bands, celebrities and bloated balloons. (8 p.m., The CW).
“Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Choir” — Tenor Rolando Villazon joins the choir on an array of holiday numbers. (9 p.m., PBS; re-airs at 9 p.m. Dec. 21). Dec. 17 “A Christmas Story Live!” — A new production inspired by the classic film and the Broadway musical. The cast includes Maya Rudolph, Matthew Broderick and Jane Krakowski. (7 p.m., Fox). Dec. 18 “Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic” — A behindthe-scenes look at how Disney transforms its theme parks and hotels into winter wonderlands. (8 p.m., Freeform). Dec. 20 “The Top 12 Greatest Christmas Movies of All Time” — Dean Cain hosts a countdown of the festive flicks that viewers cherish. (9 p.m., The CW; ). Dec. 22 “I Love Lucy Christmas Special” — Back-to-back airings of two colorized episodes from the classic