But you don't need to live in West Hollywood to host a real West Hollywood Party. You can do it anywhere, even in small towns on the Plains.
The Date and Time:
Saturday night is best. Ask everyone to arrive by 6:00, so they'll be there by 6:30. You sit down to eat at 7:00, have the entertainment at 8:00, and the bedroom or bars by 10:00.
The Guest List:
The most that can sit comfortably in your living room, at least four, as many as eight plus you, your partner, and your housemates.
Only gay men, of course, and always an even number.
About half single and half partnered (romantic couples or best-friend pairs). Try for a mix of races and ages, and be sure to include:
1, A celebrity. Someone who is famous, at least locally. Actors are best, but musicians, politicians, and porn stars will work, too.
2. A newcomer, someone who has just come out. A Cute Young Thing preferred, but not required.
The Pre-Dinner Refreshments:
Most of my friends didn't drink, so there was just an assortment of soft drinks, juices, and coffee and tea. I suppose you could have alcohol, but not a lot. Some of the guys will be heading to the bars later.
For appetizers, something simple, cheese and crackers, a veggie platter, or hummus with pita pieces.
The Background Music:
Either classical or a selection of gay-positive pop songs. If you want to do the 1980s, I suggest:
1. "I'm Coming Out"
2. "It's Raining Men"
3. "Time Warp"
4. "Like a Virgin"
Never jazz, country-western, or show tunes!
The Conversation:
Before dinner, about half the conversation should involve gym routines, and the other half the latest movies and tv programs with gay subtexts or hunky stars.
Afterwards, it will be about sex, coming out, or homophobia.
If there's a lull in the conversation, ask guys to share one of the following:
1. Your coming out story.
2. The biggest penis you ever had.
3. A date from hell.
4. A celebrity date or hookup.
The Dinner:
We eat healthy all week, so the Dinner Party is a time to show your skill. Fatty meats, cheeses, cream sauce, rich desserts, bring them all out. Make sure it's colorful and festive-looking.
But don't prepare too much: half of your guests will just have a salad.
The Entertainment:
Usually a movie: fast, easy, and visual. But nothing serious or hard to follow: you will be chatting constantly throughout. A gay classic, or an action/adventure movie with a lot of beefcake.
You can substitute a gay-themed version of Trivial Pursuit or another party game, or, if you have some willing volunteers and the group is cool with it, an erotic dance or a sex show.
The Bedroom:
After the entertainment, your guests have the choice of going out to the bars together, or "sharing."
If they opt for sharing, they get to mingle and decide who will be going with who.
A committed couple or pair of friends can go with any single guy, but single guys can't hook up with each other. No more than three per room. . And the activity must occur in private.
You should have at least two rooms prepared for sharing. If more than six guys are interested, they will have to wait their turn.
Spending the night is optional.
Don't be surprised if you're invited to three or four West Hollywood Parties thrown by your friends next weekend.
See also: Jimmy the Boy Toy's West Hollywood Party
The Date and Time:
Saturday night is best. Ask everyone to arrive by 6:00, so they'll be there by 6:30. You sit down to eat at 7:00, have the entertainment at 8:00, and the bedroom or bars by 10:00.
The most that can sit comfortably in your living room, at least four, as many as eight plus you, your partner, and your housemates.
Only gay men, of course, and always an even number.
About half single and half partnered (romantic couples or best-friend pairs). Try for a mix of races and ages, and be sure to include:
1, A celebrity. Someone who is famous, at least locally. Actors are best, but musicians, politicians, and porn stars will work, too.
2. A newcomer, someone who has just come out. A Cute Young Thing preferred, but not required.
Most of my friends didn't drink, so there was just an assortment of soft drinks, juices, and coffee and tea. I suppose you could have alcohol, but not a lot. Some of the guys will be heading to the bars later.
For appetizers, something simple, cheese and crackers, a veggie platter, or hummus with pita pieces.
The Background Music:
Either classical or a selection of gay-positive pop songs. If you want to do the 1980s, I suggest:
1. "I'm Coming Out"
2. "It's Raining Men"
3. "Time Warp"
4. "Like a Virgin"
Never jazz, country-western, or show tunes!
Before dinner, about half the conversation should involve gym routines, and the other half the latest movies and tv programs with gay subtexts or hunky stars.
Afterwards, it will be about sex, coming out, or homophobia.
If there's a lull in the conversation, ask guys to share one of the following:
1. Your coming out story.
2. The biggest penis you ever had.
3. A date from hell.
4. A celebrity date or hookup.
We eat healthy all week, so the Dinner Party is a time to show your skill. Fatty meats, cheeses, cream sauce, rich desserts, bring them all out. Make sure it's colorful and festive-looking.
But don't prepare too much: half of your guests will just have a salad.
Usually a movie: fast, easy, and visual. But nothing serious or hard to follow: you will be chatting constantly throughout. A gay classic, or an action/adventure movie with a lot of beefcake.
You can substitute a gay-themed version of Trivial Pursuit or another party game, or, if you have some willing volunteers and the group is cool with it, an erotic dance or a sex show.
After the entertainment, your guests have the choice of going out to the bars together, or "sharing."
If they opt for sharing, they get to mingle and decide who will be going with who.
A committed couple or pair of friends can go with any single guy, but single guys can't hook up with each other. No more than three per room. . And the activity must occur in private.
You should have at least two rooms prepared for sharing. If more than six guys are interested, they will have to wait their turn.
Spending the night is optional.
Don't be surprised if you're invited to three or four West Hollywood Parties thrown by your friends next weekend.
See also: Jimmy the Boy Toy's West Hollywood Party
Never been to one, but it sounds like fun. Sadly, none of my gay friends cook. At all. I host dinner parties, but the bedroom never enters into it -or at least, no one enters the bedroom...
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