Events at the Hipp
Come see what the Hippodrome has to offer on our Cinema Stage and Basement! Programming includes events such as our Basement Sessions, Jazz Series, improv comedy nights, concerts, guest performers, festivals, open mic sessions and much more. Something fun is always happening at the Hipp!
Upcoming Events
Presented by UF’s International Ethnography Lab and hosted that the Hippodrome Cinema
The Whale Lagoon
Documentary Sneak Peek
Friday, November 17, 2023 - 6-8pm
A documentary project directed by Francisco Campus-Lopez about Laguna SanIgnacio, the last pristine gray whale breeding ground and nursery on the PacificCoast of Baja California. The laguna was the focus of an unprecedented successful international campaign to stop a proposed Mitsubishi- Mexican Government salt works there a generation ago and continues to be a site of innovative community-based sustainability efforts. Recently, the project expanded, bringing on Xiye Bastida to connect the whale lagoon project that started a generation ago to the challenge of climate change facing this generation.
Join us for a preview screening, followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Francisco Campos-Lopez and climate justice activist Xiye Bastida.
This event is free and open to the public!
This program is proudly co-produced by Nyqolas Pyqolas, Alexia Fantasia, Nicki Mirage, Aqua Annette, Kehlani Kelly, Elena La Fuega and the Hippodrome Theatre.
Scene Queens
Hosted by Nyqolas Pyqolas
Alexia Fantasia, Nicki Mirage, Aqua Annette, Kehlani Kelly, Elena La Fuega
Monday, November 20, 2023 - Doors open 7 pm and Show starts at 8 pm
Experience the ultimate blend of drag, burlesque, and electrifying performances at Hipp Basement! From local talent to lip syncs and striptease, join us for an evening that’s all about celebrating self-expression and embracing the extraordinary. Cheers to a 40-minute preshow “cocktail” hour and dancing with drinks after the show!
18+ ADULTS ONLY, IDs checked at the door
Held in the Hippodrome’s Basement
This program is proudly co-produced by Nyqolas Pyqolas, Dame Dada, Sally B Dash, Sally Sucre, Tessa Toogood, Della Darling and the Hippodrome Theatre.
Scene Queens
Hosted by Dame Dada
Sally B Dash, Sally Sucre, Tessa Toogood, Della Darling, Nyqolas Pyqolas
Monday, December 11, 2023 - Doors open 7 pm and Show starts at 8 pm
Experience the ultimate blend of drag, burlesque, and electrifying performances at Hipp Basement! From local talent to lip syncs and striptease, join us for an evening that’s all about celebrating self-expression and embracing the extraordinary. Cheers to a 40-minute preshow “cocktail” hour and dancing with drinks after the show!
18+ ADULTS ONLY, IDs checked at the door
Held in the Hippodrome’s Basement
Hippvanna
New Dates to be announced
Dance Class 9-10 pm and Dance Party 10 pm -1 am
Get ready to salsa the night away at Hippvanna! With DJ Elio Piedra providing the beats, it’s sure to be a lively and exhilarating night on the dance floor. Before the party begins, Marta and Salil from the Gainesville Bachata community will teach a bachata class, a partner dance originating in the Dominican Republic. Learn some steps and moves that you can use during the night and at any Latin party! The dance class from 9-10 pm is the perfect opportunity. And don’t worry, it’s just a $5 fee to participate in the class.
Once the dance floor officially opens at 10 pm, the real fun begins, and you can dance the night away until 1 am. It’s an excellent chance to let loose, enjoy yourself, and meet other dance enthusiasts who share your passion for salsa.
Remember to wear comfortable dancing shoes and bring your best energy to make the most of this exciting event. Have a fantastic time at Hippvanna and enjoy the rhythmic night of salsa dancing!
This program is proudly presented by the Hippodrome Theatre and Elio Piedra
Basement Sessions
New Date TBA
Come to The Hippodrome’s basement to listen to new sounds, experience art and meet interesting and talented people! Basement sessions is intended to unite the different music communities by highlighting raw local talent of all genres.
$8-$15 Sliding Scale
This program is proudly presented by the Hippodrome Theatre.
For more information or to see pictures from the last Sessions check out: thehipp.org/basement-sessions/