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Leap Day sale $29 to see Xanadu

Posted on February 29, 2012 | 1 comment

I love getting a good deal so when I saw this offer from The SpeakEasy Stage last night, promoting their spring musical comedy, Xanadu with a one day sale, I knew I had to post this.  Tickets for the first week of performances of Xanadu (May 11-17 shows only) will be only $29 (not including phone or online handling fees).

This is a GREAT deal so snag a pair of tickets to see the show, which looks as if it will marry nostalgia with humor. Sale hours are today from 9:00am – midnight (online at www.SpeakEasyStage.com) and from 12:00pm – 7:00pm  by phone (617-933-8600 ) or for walk-up sales.

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How to tie a bow tie

Posted on February 28, 2012 | 4 comments

Black tie season is in full swing and I’ve been noticing a lot of grown men  with clip-on bow ties.  If you are attending your high school prom you are forgiven.  For everyone else, there is no excuse.  Take a moment to watch this quick video courtesy of Details Magazine on how to tie your bow tie.

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Tweet of the day: Santorum surging

Posted on February 28, 2012 | 1 comment

In light of the fact that the Michigan Primary is today, and the news has been obsessing over the rise and fall in the polls of different Republican candidates, I thought I’d resurrect this tweet from last week about Rick Santorum.  @reed27 regularly posts funny tweets so if you are on Twitter you may enjoy following this wise cracking Bostonian.

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Zakim reflections by Greg MacKay

Posted on February 28, 2012 | 1 comment
Reflections

Copyright Greg MacKay

When people think of Boston, they rightfully conjure images of Victorian era bow front brownstones and row houses; modern architecture, while present, is lost amid a mass of brick.  However, when Boston’s expressway was torn down during the Big Dig, the city chose a modern design, and built the world’s widest cable-stayed bridge. The clean lines and modern design has made it irresistible to local photographers like Greg MacKay who recently took this picture.  Like what you see? More of his work is online here.

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Changing things up at the gym

Posted on February 28, 2012 | 1 comment

It is the end of an era (sort of).  In February 2009 my partner gave me a  trial pack at my local gym to work out with a personal trainer.  That thoughtful gift resulted in a 3 year relationship with my personal trainer, Stew.  Long time readers will recognize his photo to the left.  His workouts still leave me winded and my last session with him this past Friday was killer, but after 3 years I’ve decided I need to mix things up and change my routine.

Starting today, I’m working out with a new trainer.  Kris shares a similar work out philosophy and both trainers know and respect each other so I feel like I’ll be in good hands.  However, not knowing what to expect has me a bit on edge. I’ll be sure to share more about my work out routine with my new trainer, Kris, in the coming weeks, but for now I wanted to recognize and say thank you to Stew for all his help.

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Taste of the South End: March 6, 2012

Posted on February 27, 2012 | Leave a comment

Next Tuesday is the Taste of the South End.  This event which draws 40 of the neighborhood’s restaurants and cafes to showcase some of their favorite bites and more than a few cocktails is an absolute must for Foodies. The fact that the money raised helps the AIDS Action Committee is a bonus.

As with years past, I’ll be in attendance; no doubt overeating and loving every minute of this very friendly and highly social event.  Several new restaurants will be joining the event for the first time, but I’m most interested in sampling the food from Cinquecento the new restaurant from The Aquitaine Group which will open this spring in the space previously occupied by Rocca.

Buy your tickets here

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GLBT adults twice as likely to smoke

Posted on February 27, 2012 | 1 comment

Hollywood actors from the 30s, 40s and 50s were so glamorous. Images of leading men and women from this era are almost always with a cigarette, and those movies in some ways contributed to the perception that smoking was glamorous or cool.

However, the days of when cigarettes were perceived glamorous or cool are a thing of the past.  Many cities and states in the US have banned smoking, making it difficult (not to mention expensive), so I was surprised to read GLBT adults are twice as likely to smoke.  The same study from Nicotine & Tobacco Research said GLBT adults are half as likely to have plans to quit smoking.

If you are a smoker won’t you consider quitting? If you know someone who is still smoking have you given thought to letting them know how you feel and your concern for their health? Let’s make smoking history.

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Grammar lesson

Posted on February 27, 2012 | 3 comments

My sister shared this with me last week. Perhaps you’ve already seen it, but it is a good reminder that if you only rely upon spell check and don’t proof read your work you run the risk of looking like a piece of sh*t. 

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Men of Twitter

Posted on February 27, 2012 | 2 comments

Each Monday I blog about profiles of men on Twitter who catch my eye and whom I think you may enjoy following. As always, suggestions for profiles to feature are welcome. If you’d like to follow me on twitter, you can find me @BosGuy. You can find me talking about these men on Twitter by searching the #MenOfTwitter hash mark.

This week’s Men of Twitter has a New York City theme – enjoy.

AndrewRannells – Originally from the cornfields of Nebraska, Andrew  may not be a household name but this talented Broadway actor currently starring in The Book of Mormon, is worth the follow. Aside from his obvious talents he’s quite funny. In a recent Tweet Andrew lamented “American Apparel must be stopped. They are selling COSTUMES as legitimate clothing and making assholes of millions of young women.” Couldn’t agree with you more Andrew.

Sicilian40 – A.K.A. Jim is a native New Yorker. This Twitter addict can rattle off a string of naughty Tweets in a New York minute. Though we’ve yet to meet, we both love Provincetown, and we hope to connect this summer. Aside from his summers in Ptown, musical theater is a passion and escape for Jim. Keep Jim in your thoughts. He’s an only child coming to terms with the fact that his parents are aging and his father has significant health issues.

*Note: not sure why Jim’s link may not connect but you can find Jim on Twitter by typing in his handle. He has a locked profile which may be why some of you may have trouble connecting initially.

If so inclined, leave these guys a nice comment and start following on Twitter.

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Sergio and Oscar

Posted on February 26, 2012 | 2 comments

I don’t see many movies so I don’t get too excited about this award show. However, a few years ago Sergio was able to hold an Oscar that had been awarded to his employer.  I love the picture of him and figure if I was ever to share this, tonight would be the appropriate night.

So should you find yourself at an Oscar’s party or just curled up on your couch cringing at the dresses and ramblings of actors trying to  speak without a script – I’d like to wish you a pleasant evening to what I hope was a fun and relaxing weekend for you.

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Girl scout cookies

Posted on February 26, 2012 | 1 comment

I feel like this image could be the inspiration for a prequel to Drop Dead Gorgeous. A movie from the late 90s that featured several fantastically funny female actresses including: Kirsten Dunst, Denise Richards, Ellen Barkin, Allison Janney, Brittany Murphy, Amy Adams, and Kirstie Alley.  

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dbar Snowball Beach Party Tea Dance

Posted on February 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

It was just a few months ago that I posted photos from dbar’s Harvest Tea Dance. Tomorrow, Sunday – February 26th, dbar will host their winter Tea Dance.  Although temperatures are chilly in Boston this weekend, there will be no snowballs to worry about, and with a speedo contest encouraging people to arrive in beach attire, this could be an interesting way to spend your Sunday afternoon. Will you be going?

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Green Eyes final weekend performances

Posted on February 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

In January I wrote about Green Eyes, when it first opened on January 18th.  Due to popular demand, the show was extended through February 26th, and I’m excited to be able to see this unique production tonight.

The New England premiere of Tennessee Williams erotic drama was originally written in the 1970s but remained unpublished for nearly 40 years.  Last year a production of Green Eyes was performed at the Hudson Hotel in NYC by The Kindness, a company founded by Travis Chamberlain and Chris Keegan.

The 2012 production in Boston takes place at the Ames Hotel. There are only 25 seats for each performance.  Intrigued? I was too and I’m looking forward to seeing the show tonight.  You can learn more about the production by visiting Company One.

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From one Gleek to another

Posted on February 24, 2012 | 1 comment

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How to make a Mormon gay

Posted on February 24, 2012 | 1 comment

Earlier this month leaders of the Mormon Church (an organization I freely admit I have no love for)  apologized to the family of Holocaust survivor and Jewish rights advocate Simon Wiesenthal after his parents were posthumously baptized, a controversial ritual that Mormons believe allows deceased people a way to the afterlife but offends members of many other religions.

Since the Mormon Church has a rather foul record for trying to ‘convert’ gay men and women, one website has applied the religion’s small minded teachings and insensitive practices so you may posthumously ‘convert’ Mormons into a gay person.  You can check out the site and convert a deceased Mormon into something truly fabulous by visiting, AllDeadMormonsAreNowGay.com

Beware! Once converted there are no take backs!

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