Welcome To The Hippodrome Theater
Welcome To The Hippodrome Theater

Welcome To The Hippodrome Theater

Welcome to The Hippodrome Theater in Historic Jackson Ward

The Screening Room
The Screening Room

The Screening Room

The glamour of old Hollywood in a modern private setting. Private event party capacity of 90 people.

Beautifully Restored
Beautifully Restored

Beautifully Restored

The charm of this legendary theatre has been meticulously reinstated.

The Speakeasy
The Speakeasy

The Speakeasy

Be entertained while lounging in the Speakeasy's classic atmosphere

Versatile Venue Space
Versatile Venue Space

Versatile Venue Space

The Hippodrome Theater Venues can customize every detail of your special event.

State-Of-The-Art Sound
State-Of-The-Art Sound

State-Of-The-Art Sound

Enough amps to fill a stadium, but with the precision to still allow for a comfortable conversation.

Hippodrome Weddings & Special Events
Hippodrome Weddings & Special Events

Hippodrome Weddings & Special Events

Multiple unique event spaces perfect for all of your special events

Welcome to the Hippodrome Theater!

A revival entertainment venue located in Richmond, Virginia`s historic Jackson Ward.

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The Majesty of 2nd Street reigns again!
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See what went into restoring the grandeur.
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  • Jackson Ward’s famed 2nd Street (referred to as “the Deuce”) was home to many entertainment activities and venues. Performers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, and Duke Ellington played at the Globe or the Hippodrome Theater, winning the Ward the title the “Harlem of the South.”