Gay Rom-Com casting call in Ptown

Luke Macfarlane and Billy Eichner star in “Bros,” the first rom-com about gay men to be produced by a major studio. 

Universal Pictures upcoming gay romantic comedy, Bros, which is due to be out in movie theaters in 2022, will be filming scenes in Provincetown on September 15th and the casting team is looking for LGBTQ locals who would be interested in participating in the one-day shoot.

The production crew will set-up a COVID testing site in Provincetown prior to filming. Anyone on the set will be required to have a COVID-19 test on September 13th (all costs associated with the test will be paid for).

Quirky Ptown personalities are encouraged to join this open casting call. Click below for more details and to apply to this casting call.

BosGuy brain teaser

riddle, exercise for your brainEach Friday morning I post a riddle to get you to think outside the box and exercise your brain. If you are stumped, share it with a friend or colleague and see if you can figure out the answer together.

I know that I’ve shared a variation of this riddle previously but for those who may not have seen it, I’m confident you’ll figure this out – just think about it for a minute then leave your answer in the comment section. I’ll approve responses later in the day to give people a chance to respond without seeing any spoilers.

This week’s brain teaser: A doctor and a boy were fishing. The boy was the doctor’s son, but the doctor was not the boy’s father. Who was the doctor?

Like riddles? Check out past week’s brain teasers.

What to do this weekend

Below is a list of what is happening in Boston and Provinceton this weekend. Show your love by supporting our gay bars and businesses. If you have an event you want included, email bosguymail@gmail.com.

Boston Gay Bars

The Alley
THURSDAY: Trivia Night w/ host Dave Sawyer at 8PM
FRIDAY: Casual Fridays w/ DJ BEGBICK at10PM
SATURDAY: DJ BEGBICK at 10PM
SUNDAY: Idol Karaoke at 8PM

blend
THURSDAY: RPDR All-Star viewing party at 8PM
FRIDAY: Friday Feels w music by Twisted Gleam at 10PM
SATURDAE: So Hot Saturdaes “LGBTQ Artists” w/ DJ Stevie Psyclone at 10PM
SUNDAY: Disco Brunch starts at 11AM

Cathedral Station Open but no programming scheduled.

Club CafeProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry starting 8/16
THURSDAY: RPDR All-Star viewing party at 8PM & DJ FrenchY at 10PM, show at 12:30AM
FRIDAY: Join DJ Stevie Psyclone at 10PM
SATURDAY: Join DJ Brian Derrick at 10PM
SUNDAY: Throwback Tea Dance w/ DJ Brian Derrick at 5PM

dbar
FRIDAY: Karaoke Night – Give me back my mic w/ Ryan Grow at 8PM
SATURDAY: The category is… dance party w/ DJ Jay Ine at 10PM
SUNDAY: Snowstorm Speedo patio themed tea dance w/ DJ Joe Bermudez at 4PM

Jacques CabaretProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry
THURSDAY: Now That’s What I Call A Drag Show! at 8PM
FRIDAY: Basement Babes: Burlesque Takeover at 7:15PM & 10PM & Drag Me To The Main Stage at 10PM
SATURDAY: Drag Me To The Main Stage at 10PM
SUNDAY: Sunday Fun Day – Open Mic

Call 617-426-8902 for show information and to reserve seats.

Legacy & Candi Bar (Gay Mafia Boston)
THURSDAY: Serve Thursdays: Denali Live w/ Mystique Summers at Legacy at 10PM
FRIDAY: Bussdown Fridays w/ DJ FrenchY at Legacy at 10PM
SATURDAY: All Stars Under the Stars Block Party w/ DJ Richie LaDue at Legacy at 10PM
SUNDAY: Hot Mess w/ DJ Richie LaDue & Coleslaw at Candi Bar at 10PM

Trophy Room has reopened! No programming scheduled at the moment.

LGBTQ+ nights & events

THURSDAY: PRIDE Boston hosts Dodgeball (Open Play) at Garvey Park in Dorchester starting at 7:30PM ($5) all are welcome to come down to play.

THURSDAY: LesbianNIghtLife hosts Single & Social at the Anchor Boston in Charlestown, starting at 7PM (tickets required).

FRIDAY: Boston Drag Extravaganza at Club Cafe starts at 7PM – doors open at 6PM (proof of vaccination req’d for entry).

FRIDAY: Beach Ball Friday w/ DJ Michael Giller and host Lady German in Revere Beach.

gay boston, kiki beach

SATURDAY: Kiki Beach If you’re unsure where the boys go on M Street Beach, check out the map on the Kiki Beach Boston Facebook Page, but when in doubt follow the good music and speedos.

SATURDAY: Latina Night: Noche de Estrallas comes to La Makina nightclub on Revere Beach.

SUNDAY: M Street Beach TakeOver continues each Sunday from 10AM – 5PM.

SUNDAY: Bears & Brews returns to DBco. this Sunday starting at 4PM.

Drag brunches in Boston

Some drag brunches require tickets purchased ahead of time. Click the event links shared below for ticketing and reservation information.

The Real Housewives Drag Brunch
Saturday @11:00AM – 1:30PM at House of Blues

Illusions The Drag Brunch Boston
Saturday & Sunday shows @1:30PM
Hosted upstairs at Hennessey’s

Drag Me To Brunch
Sunday 12PM – 4PM
Hosted at Carrie Cocktail Nation Club

And finally… another resource for what is happening at Boston gay bars is KikiPedia.

Provincetown gay bars & entertainment

For more information about live entertainment in Provincetown this week (and all month) click here. Click the links below for more information about each bar.

A House – One of Provincetown’s most popular dance clubs.

Aqua Bar – Located at the Aquarium Marketplace, with views of the harbor.

Backstreet Club – Previously Club Purgatory will NOT reopen this summer.

Buoy Bar – Located on Commercial Street at The Boatslip. It is fabulous for people watching (esp after Tea).

The Club – Lea Delaria’s supper club includes live entertainment in the lounge.

Dive Bar – Weekend piano bar at The Crown & Anchor.

Harbor Lounge – Waterfront cocktail lounge in the East End.

Little Bar – Provincetown’s oldest bar.

Macho Bar – Provincetown’s longest running leather and denim bar.

Monkey Bar – Will NOT reopen this summer.

Paramount – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is Ptown’s largest dance club.

Porchside Lounge – Located at The Gifford House.

Provincetown Brewery – Popular brew pub on Bradford Street.

Shipwreck Lounge – Located at the Brass Key Guest House.

Tin Pan Alley – This restaurant has a lively piano bar that has a friendly crowd.

The Vault – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is a leather / fetish bar.

Velvet Lounge – Dance club with DJ Mark Louque spinning each Friday.

The Wave Bar – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is a fun video bar.

Missing a favorite bar / club in Provincetown? Share it in the comments section. If the status of these bars / clubs change, it will be noted.

Vintage gay

These two certainly make for a handsome couple. I love how the guy on the right rests his chin on the shoulder of the other man. One reason I like these posts is I love to make up stories in my head about who the people are or imagine what they might be thinking when they are being photographed. In this case, I can’t help but think they look so happy and relaxed together in the photo. Anyone care to guess when this may have been taken? I’m at a loss.

I dedicate this weekly post, featuring vintage gay photographs, to the men and women who lived in a more critical time where being true to yourself and loving who you want wasn’t always an option and came at a great price. Do you have a photo you would like to share? Email me at bosguymail@gmail.com.

Previous Vintage Gay Photos

Caption this photo

I think I may have shared this photo previously, but I opted to post it because it made me laugh when I saw it. Hopefully the caption I’ve shared below inspires you to offer up one of your own in the comment section.

“Hey Sugar Boo”

ManRay nightclub eyes October opening

ManRay owner, Don Holland, says this time ManRay will really reopen

ManRay (on gay nights Campus) was a popular fetish bar that operated near Central Square from 1985 – 2005. It closed fifteen years ago to make way for condominiums, but last week the local newspaper, Cambridge Day, reported that the popular nightclub appears poised to reopen – not far from the club’s original location. The newspaper reported that ManRay owner, Don Holland, was awarded a liquor license by Cambridge and a 2:00AM closing time for 40 Prospect Street. The space was previously used by Improv Boston but has been empty since they vacated in November 2020.

This is not the first time rumors have swirled about a reopening of this popular bar. Back in 2013 I wrote about how the bar would reopen later in the summer, but that never happened. This time, the space seems to be a better fit and the paperwork with the city of Cambridge appears to be in order. The only question on my mind is if the much loved club reopens, will Campus (gay nights) also return.

Stay tuned. I’l let you know when there is more to share.

Temptation Tuesday

Spicing up this week’s Temptation with a hint of ginger.

Past Temptation Tuesday Posts

Men in kilts

Previous Men in Kilts Posts

Monday morning mancandy

Alex Crockford is a CrossFit trainer from the U.K. 

I think he makes for a fantastic Mancandy Monday post. What do you think?

Pride Sports volleyball registration is open

Pride Sports Boston has just opened registration for their fall volleyball season. Early bird registration runs through Tuesday, August 31st and costs only $45. After early bird registration closes, you can still register up through Thursday, September 16th for $55.

Pride Sports Boston will host an “Open Play” on September 15th and the season will start the following week, continuing on through October 27th. Games will be played Wednesday evenings at the Doherty Playground in Dorchester – near the Fields Corner T station.

Scruffy Sunday

Previous Scruffy Sunday Posts

Saturday morning coffee

Much thanks to Seduced by the New for making me aware of this photo, which is perfect for the weekly Saturday morning coffee post.

Saturday morning comics

ADAM & ANDY is set in the fictional New England town of Woodfield, CT. You can learn more about Adam and Andy and purchase a copy of “the definitive collection of Adam and Andy” by visiting, adamandandy.com.

Click on this week’s comic strip to enlarge

Click here if you would like to see the previous Adam & Andy

Furry Friday

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Thank goodness it’s Furry Friday.

Past Furry Friday

BosGuy brain teaser

riddle, exercise for your brainEach Friday morning I post a riddle to get you to think outside the box and exercise your brain. If you are stumped, share it with a friend or colleague and see if you can figure out the answer together.

Leave your answer in the comment section. I’ll approve responses later in the day to give people a chance to respond without seeing any spoilers.

This week’s brain teaser: A man is pushing his car along when he comes upon a hotel and he shouts, “I’m bankrupt!” Why does he say this?

Like riddles? Check out past week’s brain teasers.