An Evening With Figure Skating Pairs World Champion, Randy Gardner

ABOUT THE EVENT

Go behind-the-scenes with World Champion and Two Time Olympian, Randy Gardner: His on-ice life with his pairs skating partner, World Champion and Two Time Olympian, Tai Babilonia, meshed with his very private and very personal off-ice pursuit of his true identity as a gay man. A film by Sharidan Sotelo, featuring skating partner Tai Babilonia and Dorothy Hamill.

The screening of Go Figure: The Randy Gardner Story will be followed by a live interview and audience Q&A, and optional VIP meet and greet at the Palm Springs Cultural Center on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

The evening benefits The Desert Figure Skating Club + The Palm Springs Cultural Center.

EVENT DETAILS

• 6:30 PM – Arrive early to enjoy nostalgic figure skating competition videos.
• 7:00 PM – Intro by The Desert Figure Skating Club + Screening of Go Figure: The Randy Gardner Story
• 8:00 PM – On-stage interview with Randy Gardner, followed by Audience Q+A
• VIP Reception – Champagne, sparkling apple juice, and light refreshments

TICKETS

Students/ Under 21 | $15

General Admission | $25

Preferred Seating |$35

VIP (Preffered Seating + Meet & Greet Reception)| $50

Can’t join us for the event? Please donate and support the club!

RANDY GARDNER

Randy Gardner isn’t just a World and National Champion or an Olympic Pairs Figure Skater—he’s a true inspiration. His remarkable journey, captured in the documentary Go Figure: The Randy Gardner Story, reveals the grit and resilience it takes to overcome life’s toughest obstacles and reach the pinnacle of success. Randy’s story is a powerful reminder that setbacks can become stepping stones, and he now shares the tools and insights that helped him rise above. Through his experiences, Randy inspires others to build meaningful careers and lives, proving that with determination, triumph is always within reach.

THE DESERT FIGURE SKATING CLUB

Our mission is to foster a love for figure skating by providing a supportive and inclusive environment for skaters of all ages and skill levels. We aim to promote passion, dedication, and sportsmanship while helping our members achieve their full potential in the sport. Through quality coaching, training, and community engagement, we strive to inspire and empower individuals to excel both on and off the ice. Together, we skate towards excellence, unity, and joy in every glide.

Host or Publisher Palm Springs Cultural Center