SIDETRACK
NOT A DREAM: It was getting hot in Boston this past weekend, as rapper Nelly performed for about an hour at The Grand. The Grammy-winner apparently played all of his hits for the eager crowd gathered at the Seaport club, including “Hot in Herre,” “Dilemma,” “Where the Party At,” “Air Force Ones” and “Over and Over.” Fellow hip-hop star JKwon rolled up to the joint with Nelly, and the pair performed the former artist’s track “Tipsy” together on stage.
VEGGING OUT: Actor and producer Ben Stiller apparently made a massive vegan food run to by CHLOE in BackBayon Monday night. While we’re unsure why he’s in town, we’re told that he walked out of the fastcasual spot with quite the assortment of plant-based goodness that would make Tony Perkis proud. Word is, his healthy takeout haul included an order of the chain’s Quinoa Taco Salad, Mac N’ Cheese, Kale Artichoke Dip, Classic Burger, Spicy Thai Salad and Freshly Brewed Iced Tea.
SO NOT A DRAG: Former “RuPaul’s Drag Race” champ Bianca Del Rio is bringing her inaugural standup show to the Shubert Theatre this fall. As part of her “It’s a Jester Joke Tour,” the comedy queen will be performing her solo drag set on Oct. 4. The self-professed “Clown in a Gown,” who famously won season six of the hit VH1 competition and still makes occasional appearances on the show, plans to wow the crowd with tales that’ll touch on everything from her personal life and family dynamics to politics and social media. To find more information and secure your place at the hilarious circus act that’ll be coming to Tremont Street, head to the Boch Center’s website.
JUST STELLAR: Amidst all of the Area 51 hype, Kings Dining & Entertainment in Burlington is planning an event that promises to be out of this world. The venue will be welcoming earthlings and extraterrestrials alike for its Crash Area 51 Party on Sept. 20. They can dance the night away to beats from a resident alien DJ, try their hands at bowling and retro arcade games, and down themed food and drink specials, like Moon Melon Sangria, Alien Fries and Flying Saucer pizzas. Humans are encouraged to sport their best space-related costume for the chance to win $500 cash, as well as round-trip airfare to Nevada and hotel accommodations in Las Vegas for two people — with the specific stipulation that the winners abstain from storming and “don’t face the government agencies at actual Area 51.” To secure your spot, make a reservation via Kings’ website.