The Birdcage - Enzian Theater

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The Birdcage

Screening as part of “Reel Pride” at Enzian!

This June, celebrate the power of queer representation through a collection of bold, groundbreaking, and deeply human films. From enduring classics to emerging voices, REEL PRIDE showcases a rich tapestry of experiences that reflect the diversity, resilience, and creativity of the LGBTQIA+ community. Join Enzian for an unforgettable series of films, designed to generate conversations and foster community through the lens of great storytelling.

The Birdcage:

Gene Hackman Tribute Film!

Middle-aged gay life partners, Armand Goldman (Robin Williams), a Jewish drag club owner, and Albert (Nathan Lane), the club’s flamboyant star attraction, live in the eclectic community of South Beach and have raised a straight son. Now, their newly engaged son, 20-year-old Val, wants to bring his fiancée, Barbara, and her ultraconservative parents (Gene Hackman, Dianne Wiest) home to meet his family for the first time. By Val’s request, Armand pretends to be straight, not Jewish and attempts to hide his relationship with Albert, in order to please Barbara’s father, controversial right-wing Republican Sen. Kevin Keeley.

After the film, get ready to sashay into a fierce drag extravaganza—raining dollar bills, and “men”—served by two of Orlando’s most dazzling divas!

Serving lunar realness and cosmic shade, Moon Light turns every stage into a full moon rising. She’s not just a phase, darling. She’s your whole galaxy!

No prescription needed! Here to cure you, Meta Sin is a sickening king that has been lurking around central Florida for the past 3 years. You can find him possessing the nearest party with his devilishly goofy charm.

The Queer Trans Project will be in attendance and tabling in the lobby!

The Queer Trans Project is a Black and Trans-led nonprofit based in Jacksonville, Florida, dedicated to providing free, life-saving resources to transgender and nonbinary individuals across the United States. Our mission centers on delivering essential supplies and assistance to help combat dysphoria and promote dignified, safe, private, and empowered living.

Our Impact:

  • Build-A-Queer Kits: We’ve distributed over $500,000 worth of gender-affirming items—including binders, packers, gaffs, makeup, and harm reduction supplies—to individuals in all 50 U.S. states and territories.
  • Gender-Affirming Care Flights: Through our partnership with Elevated Access, we’ve provided free flights covering over 125,000 miles, enabling trans individuals to access necessary gender-affirming healthcare without financial or geographical barriers.

Every dollar you spend tonight directly supports these life-changing programs. Learn more about our work or get involved at queertransproject.org. Follow us on Instagram @queertransproject. Thank you for standing with us.

1996, 117 minutes, USA, Directed by Mike Nichols, Rated R

  • “Amongst all the hilarity, there are also some poignant moments in the film - when the audience is reminded that the underlying themes in this story are love, acceptance, and support.”

    – Romey Norton, FILM FOCUS ONLINE
  • “One of the loopiest, most hysterical family-values movies ever made.”

    – Hal Hinson, WASHINGTON POST
  • “A triumph because it succeeds as both a straightforward comedy and a social and political satire.”

    – James Croot, THE POST NZ
  • “The film is so boisterously entertaining that it's easy for the unsuspecting viewer not to realize that there's a message here.”

    – James Berardinelli, REELVIEWS
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