Gay and Lesbian

Nightclubs

Pubs and Bars

 

A Hidden Hotspot

PROHIBITED
8 Westland Ave.
617-267-1200

Shhhhhh—it’s a secret, but Boston’s got a brand-new nightclub that pretty much redefines “under the radar.” Prohibited, the Hub’s new speakeasy, is a great place to hang out with friends—if you know where to find it. Hidden within the basement of new eatery Symphony 8, Prohibited requires a password for entry (to keep the riffraff out), which can be obtained by a quick visit to the bar’s Facebook page. Once you’re in, you’ll enjoy swanky 1920s-themed libations as long as you adhere to the bar’s code of etiquette, including such rules as “don’t bring anyone that you wouldn’t take to mom’s house for dinner” and, believe it or not, no talking on your phone. That’s it, you’ve heard the word—but remember, you didn’t hear it from us.
—Emma Snider

---

You’re With the Band

LIVE BAND KARAOKE
The Lansdowne Pub
9 Lansdowne St.
617-247-1222
Thursday nights at 9 p.m.

Ever wish that, for just one night, you could be the next David Lee Roth or Chris Martin—fronting your very own band in front of a (hopefully) adoring crowd? The Lansdowne Pub provides the opportunity to be a rock god (or goddess) every Thursday at 9 p.m., with Live Band Karaoke night. Brave vocalists get to sing their hearts out to rock and pop favorites, backed by house band The Jukebox Heroes. With hundreds of songs to choose from—everything from “Billie Jean” to “My Generation” to (ahem) “Ice Ice Baby”—there’s sure to be something right in your vocal wheelhouse, so head over to The Lansdowne, and live out your rock ’n’ roll dream.
—Josh B. Wardrop

---

Singing a New Song

CLUB CAFÉ
209 Columbus Ave.
617-536-0966

For more than a quarter-century, Club Café in the South End has been one of the city’s most popular nightspots, drawing a diverse clientele from the famously gay-friendly neighborhood and beyond. For 2010, the club has unveiled a new look and a revamped social calendar focused on giving patrons a chance to enjoy their 15 minutes of fame. In addition to its popular dance club, Club Café has unveiled its new Napoleon Room, devoted to live entertainment like Open Mic Thursday, Tuesday night piano singalongs and Wednesday night karaoke. Combine this with live theatrical, comedy and cabaret performances by professional acts, the red-hot DJs in the club’s video bar and a full restaurant menu, and Club Café has truly reinvented itself as one-stop shopping for anyone interested in having a good time.
—Meredith Wilson

---

Past articles...

Be Your Own Idol  Not ready to face Simon and the gang? Put your inner diva to the test at Boston's top karaoke spots. (Jan 15, 2007)	Hot Drinks, Warm Places  Great places to defrost this winter in Boston. (Jan 15, 2007)
Drink To Your Health  There’s a plethora of “healthy” cocktails out there in Boston watering holes that let drinkers temper their intoxication with rejuvenation (Jan 1, 2007)	Boston Rocks!  A look at the Hub’s place in rock ’n’ roll history. (Sep 25, 2006)
Unearthing The Next Big Thing  The NEMO Music Festival brings Boston's best indie rock to light. (Sep 25, 2006)	Fenway Fever  Struck out on getting Red Sox tickets? Panorama suggests 6 other prime places in the Fenway to cheer on the Boys of Summer. (Jun 19, 2006)
Boston's Best Irish Pubs  Panorama toasts Beantown's favorite Gaelic watering holes. (Mar 13, 2006)	Beer Masters  Panorama takes an inside look at Boston's illustrious beer-making past and present. (Oct 24, 2005)
Cool Cocktails  6 alternative cocktail nights and cool sips for summer. (Jun 6, 2005)	Fun 'n Games  Bowling, billiards, mini-golf and more, Panorama surveys the games people play and where to play them in the Boston area. (Jun 7, 2003)
Live From Boston  From Jazz to Rock to Blues clubs, the best places to hear live music in Boston. (Mar 4, 2002)