Trippin’ over Pippin

pippinExcuse the trite headline, but earlier this week I saw Pippin at the American Repertory Theatre (A.R.T.) in Cambridge. It is rare to have a local show filled with so many Broadway actors in Boston so when I heard about Pippin’s run I knew I wanted to check it out before it left for Broadway. I am unfamiliar with how this production differs from the original, so I won’t try to pretend I know what I’m talking about other than to say, the show is spectacular.

The music is fantastic but its no surprise considering it was penned by Stephen Schwartz (composer of Wicked and Godspell), and the cast really does amaze, belting out pitch perfect tunes.  Even I recognized the Bob Fosse choreography I’d heard about prior to seeing the show.  All this comes together to form a very entertaining musical that had me holding my breathe more than once watching the amazing circus-like acrobatics executed by 7 Fingers (a Montreal-based company that is reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil).

Since the show closes this weekend, you’ll need to get tickets (probably for quite a bit more money) when it opens in April at the Music Box Theater on Broadway.  In anticipation of the question if it is worth seeing on Broadway – I’ll keep my answer short and sweet, “Yes”.

Things that make BosGuy go hmm…

Cat

Things that make BosGuy go hmm…

Bonus Fur

Bear

Wicked Fur Ball

Its cold in Boston and I’m in need of some visual stimulation so I thought I’d add another bear-inspired post today. Hope you enjoy the surprise blog post.

Have a great weekend.

Past Furry Friday Posts

US municipal equality index

US Metropolitan Equality MapLate last year, the Human Rights Committee (HRC) in partnership with the Equality Federation Institute and the Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund, released their 2012 Municipal Equality Index.  

The PDF which is easy to read online or download scored 137 cities in the United  States on a multitude of criteria that were combined into six categories.  Eleven cities from seven states achieved a perfect “100” ranking including: Boston and Cambridge, MA – Long Beach, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, CA – St. Louis, MO – New York City, NY – Portland, OR – Philadelphia, PA – and Seattle, WA.  I’m always circumspect of publications that rank / rate anything and you should be too, but I still find them quite interesting.  You can view the index rankings and read more about this here.

Furry Friday

Bear

Past Furry Friday Posts

BosGuy brain teaser

RiddleEach 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’ll confirm answers in the afternoon so don’t worry if you don’t see your comment posted right away. I want to give everyone a chance to guess.

This week’s riddle: A cloud was my mother, the wind is my father, my son is the cool stream, and my daughter is the fruit of the land. What am I?

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

Struggles with the gym

absI’ve been struggling to get to the gym since returning from my Brazil trip in early December.  The colder weather, early sunsets and all the holiday parties made it easy to skip the gym. Fortunately, my trainer has been good about making sure that we regularly meet up… that is until this week when my work schedule left me with no time for gym time.

I half wondered if people would hear the huge thumping sound of my fat ass falling off the proverbial wagon.  I really dislike it when I fall out of my gym routine, but I only have myself to blame for it.  Knowing that I’m heading to Puerto Rico at the end of this month has lit a fire under that fat ass of mine so I’m looking forward to my date with my trainer tomorrow.

Bearz Tea Dance at Club Cafe on Sunday

Bearz Tea DanceThis Sunday is the Mass Bearz Tea Dance at Club Cafe.  I plan on stopping by to check out the Tea Dance and to say hello to some friends so if you happen to stop by and see me, please say hello.

For many it is a long holiday weekend (sadly not for me) so I’m hoping that there will be a fun crowd that will help me forget that I have to head back to work the next day.

Bearz Tea Dance at Club Cafe starts at 5PM – and has no cover charge.

Ptown state of mind

Ptown

4th of July: Tea Dance at The Boatslip

It might be cold and blustery here in New England, but yesterday I spoke to my friend in Provincetown and confirmed reservations that will bring me back for 4th of July and Carnival Week in 2013.

Will you be planning any visits to Provincetown in 2013? I’m happy to offer tips or suggestions for first timers and happy to meet for a drink at Tea Dance or elsewhere should we be in Ptown at the same time.

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TwittahSome of you may not know that I’m addicted to Twittah  Twitter.

Every once in a while I fess up to this enjoyable addiction by mentioning it here on my blog.  If you happen to have a Twitter handle, check me out and consider following my daily Tweets.  My handle on Twitter is (you guessed it) BosGuy.

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Thought of the day: Gun control

Gun Control laws

BosGuy reviews The Foodery

My Foodery

Last week I wrote about The Foodery, a food preparation and delivery service in  metro Boston that only uses organic ingredients locally sourced. Mike and John, the business partners and buddies who conceived the idea, were kind enough to surprise me on Sunday with a delivery of two meals.  So on Monday evening I fired up the microwave and tried out the dinners. The following is my review.

This service is not going to be for everyone. However, professionals, couples and families on the go who want a respite from kitchen duties  may find this a helpful service. Additionally, those watching what they eat but in need of help preparing healthy meals will also find this service tempting since it makes calorie counting so easy.  The portion size looked small when I opened them but they were satisfying and later in the evening when I was tempted to grab a bite I opted for a cup of tea rather than the bag of chips I had been eyeing.  

If you are curious about the food check out next week’s menu at The Foodery; filet with spinach, watercress salad and blueberry dressing; whole wheat shrimp veggie pizza; lamb with porcini mushroom, butternut squash and cous cous. All orders must be placed by Thursday evening for delivery on Sunday night.

In my quick video I show you the packaging, prep and try my best to describe the food. I hope you enjoy. I certainly had fun reviewing the dinners.

Other Desert Cities: GLBT night

SpeakEasy Stage

Photo by Craig Bailey/ Perspective Photo

Now that we are halfway through the work week, it is time to start planning for the weekend.  On Friday, January 18th I will be heading over to enjoy The SpeakEasy Stage Out & About performance of Other Desert Cities.

Out & About night at The SpeakEasy Stage welcomes everyone but it is safe to say there is even more than usual representation from the GLBT community on these special performance nights. Following Friday’s show, all are welcome to join the cast after the performance for a special post-show party.

Join me this Friday and be sure to say hello.  You may buy your tickets online here or call the box office at, 617.933.8600.

Happy Hump Day

HHDHave a great day everyone. Photo provided by my friend Joe Andrews.

Wine tasting for gay men 35+

TWCThe Welcoming Committee is a large and growing organization that evolved from Guerrilla Queer Bar (GQB) and caters to Boston’s LGBT community.

Each month the organization regularly attracts hundreds of 20-somethings to their First Friday Guerrilla Queer Bar takeover, but the organization’s 2013 calendar has events that will appeal to 30 and 40 somethings too, including speed dating and a Scotch tasting.

Wine Tasting Wednesday – January 30th at 6:3o PM

Want to find out more about this event? Start by registering for the Tasting since space is limited.  More information here.