Buchholz High School Drama Players Presents “Hadestown: Teen Edition”

Buchholz High School Auditorium 5510 NW 27th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience the haunting, jazz-infused "Hadestown: Teen Edition," a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice set in an industrial underworld. Featuring a student cast and live band, the powerful musical explores themes of industry vs. nature, doubt vs. faith, and fear vs. love, while also commenting on societal...

$15 – $17

Mean Girls Jr. at Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School 1001 SE 12th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The award winning Troupe 88521 performs in this family-friendly musical edition of the comedy classic, Mean Girls. You will NOT be disappointed! Fetch your tickets online or at the door!

$10

Now Playing at the Hippodrome Cinema

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Discover Gainesville's only art-house cinema. Weekend movie screenings include: Mickey 17 (heldover from April) Thursday May 1, 7 p.m., Saturday, May 3, 5 and 8 p.m., and Sunday, May 4, 2 p.m. Buster Keaton's The Cameraman, with Live Piano Score by Collin Whitlock Friday, May 2, 7 p.m. The Man...

The Next Generation Spring Concert

Eastside High School Auditorium 1201 SE 43rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a performance from Dance Alive National Ballet's youth group The Next Generation and Pofahl Studios. The afternoon of dance features original works by eight choreographers, including three student-created pieces. The program includes classical ballet selections from Le Corsaire Suite and contemporary works by resident and guest artists. Special guest...

SING! A Musical Workshop Experience at the Hippodrome Theatre

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join us at the Hippodrome Theatre on May 13th for SING! – an interactive musical workshop led by the host of Show & Tell (Gainesville’s most absurd storytelling group) and local musician Collin Whitlock! In this engaging experience, participants will learn, rehearse, and perform a song together. No prior musical...

$8.00

Cannesville: A Celebration of the Cannes Film Festival at the Hippodrome Cinema, May 16-17

Hippodrome Cinema 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, United States

Cannesville is a celebration of films across several decades that have been recognized at the prestigious international Cannes Film Festival. Friday, May 16 features “La Haine.” The French social thriller follows three young men in the 24-hour aftermath of a violent urban riot in the Parisian suburbs.   Saturday, May...

Event Series Messy: Loveset No. 2

Messy: Loveset No. 2 at Limelight

Limelight 4908 NW 34th St, Ste 12, Gainesville, FL, United States

Two Exes. One Stage. No Limits. "Messy: Loveset No. 2" is an unscripted, immersive performance exploring love, grief, memory, and emotional transformation through improvisation, music, and ritual. This unique two-act show dives deep into vulnerability and humor with raw, unpredictable energy. Join a preview performance with a Q&A on May...

$10 – $20

“A Pivotal Moment” at the Hippodrome Theatre

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

DanZeCentral! Entertainment! presents Felicia Walton in "A Pivotal Moment," produced by Jonathan Banks. The event features Tony Walton as a special guest, with opening acts by vocalist Alexis Jennna and Dynamic Poet Bakari McClendon. The event is sponsored by the Arts Council of Alachua County.

Opening Weekend for “The Play That Goes Wrong,” May 23 – June 8

Gainesville Community Playhouse 4039 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Laugh out loud when the Cornley Drama Society tries to stage a classic whodunnit only to face one disaster after another. Props go missing, scenery falls apart, actors trip on stage, the leading lady becomes unconscious, and a corpse can't stay dead. Find out if the accident-prone actors can make...

“Pump Boys and Dinettes,” May 28 – June 20

Hippodrome Theatre 25 SE 2nd Pl., Gainesville, FL, United States

Fill up your tank and your spirit with the Tony-nominated musical "Pump Boys and Dinettes!" Highway 57 comes to life on the Hippodrome Theatre mainstage. Step into the world Double Cupp Diner and the gas station next door, where the Pump Boys and the Dinette sisters serve up a delicious...