I never thought I would see that,” Keens said. “The beginning of the end was when the Hippo turned into a CVS. “We’re trying to be a refuge for the drag community for sure and an LGBTQ safe space for everyone else as well.”Īnd while Point South has been extremely successful in their drag events - almost all of them sell out - Keens said it’s still sad to see the crumbling of gay establishments in the city. This is the home of Divine and ‘Hairspray,’” Keens said. The drag community can’t be allowed to fizzle out in Baltimore. “Supporting local drag is important to us. 2016, due in large part to the closing of Club Hippo, according to Bryson Keens, managing partner of the Fells Point restaurant that specializes in Latin cuisine.
Point South Latin Kitchen has been throwing successful drag brunches and bingo nights since Sept. “If it becomes just a regular bar - something that you can find in Canton or Fells Point? No, I will not support that,” Chavis said.Īs dedicated gay bars have dwindled, other establishments have been filling the void with events like drag shows and gay nights. And he bristles at the thought of Grand Central turning into a straight establishment. Still, Chavis wishes that he could have more gay clubs to frequent. And when they go out, chances are you’ll find them at The Brewer’s Art or Owl Bar.
