Celebrating 108 Years

Today marks the 108^th anniversary of the Paramount Theatre!

On October 11, 1915, the Paramount – originally known as the Majestic – had its grand opening with a vaudeville program that included an episode of Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist” and a performance of “A Novel Marriage.” Tickets for the theatre’s inaugural performances went on sale four days in advance, and lifelong Austinite Hettie Kinney (1858-1928) was first in line to purchase. On opening night, Kinney was first in line to enter the theatre and take her seat.

When the Majestic observed its 10^th anniversary, the Austin American-Statesman celebrated Kinney’s patronage, noting that she kept the program from the opening night and considered it as one of her most treasured valuables. Kinney remained a regular patron until her death in 1928, enjoying many live performances and becoming a fan of the movies.

As we celebrate today, we remain grateful to the Austin community for continuing to find a seat in our theatre for live shows and films. You are a part of the decades of dedicated patrons like Kinney that have helped us reach this anniversary each year.

In the spirit of Hettie Kinney, help celebrate another year of the Paramount with a gift today! Your support preserves our historic theatre, ensures we remain open for generations to come, and recognizes us as one of 13 beloved local businesses open for 20+ years during Preservation Austin’s first-ever Legacy Business Month (Oct. 1-30).

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Attend shows and films 🎭🎞️

Enjoy specialty cocktails and concessions from our bar 🍸🍿

Shop the Paramount store for special keepsakes 👕📔

Become a volunteer 🙋🏾‍♂️🙋‍♀️

Make a planned gift for the future of the theatres 🎁🗓️

Register for the 2024 Austin Marathon, Half Marathon or 5K 🏃‍♂️🏃🏿‍♀️

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Participate in Legacy Business Month by collecting stamps at iconic businesses, including the Paramount 🎟️🏛️

We’ve established many beloved traditions over the past 108 years, from storytellers and iconic musicians who have made the Paramount stage home to highly anticipated holiday events and intimate State Theatre sets with Austin’s greatest talents. If you’ve never experienced one of these shows, we invite you to make our traditions yours this year.

Familiar Faces Back on the Paramount Stage

Popular Podcasters Return

Local Artists Light Up the State Theatre

Holiday Hilarity

30th Annual

Austin Film Festival

Thu, 10/26 – Thu, 11/2
The Paramount and State Theatres

Austin’s favorite fall film spectacle is back for its milestone 30^th year! The Austin Film Festival furthers the art of storytelling by championing the work of screenwriters – and there has never been a more important time to celebrate the great work of great writers. You’ll need a badge for priority film access, but AFF is also opening up single tickets for many screenings at our theatres, featuring major films that will surely be part of next year’s Oscar race.

That includes new work from PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN’s Emerald Fennell (SALTBURN) and SIDEWAYS’ Alexander Payne (THE HOLDOVERS), along with festival standouts like AMERICAN FICTION (starring “Westworld’s” Jeffrey Wright) and THE BIKERIDERS (starring Tom Hardy and ELVIS’s Austin Butler). 

On Sale Thurs, 10/12 at 10am

Moontower Comedy Presents

Rory Scovel

Thu, 11/30 | 7pm
The State Theatre

Moontower Comedy favorite Rory Scovel is best known for roles in BABYLON, I FEEL PRETTY opposite Amy Schumer, Apple TV’s Physical, and numerous Conan appearances. His goofy, improv-like comedy style has captured the hearts of audiences on TV and in comedy clubs around the US.

On Sale Fri, 10/13 at 10am

Live Nation Presents

Matt Rogers

Have You Heard of Christmas?

Sat, 12/9 | 7:30pm
 The Paramount Theatre

Named one of Variety's “10 Comics to Watch,” Matt Rogers is a multi-hyphenate creative on the rise, most recently headlining his debut of the musical comedy special based on his sold-out live show of the same name, HAVE YOU HEARD OF CHRISTMAS? His recent increase in popularity can be attributed to a standout performance in queer romantic comedy FIRE ISLAND, opposite Bowen Yang and Joel Kim Booster, and the hit pop-culture podcast Las Culturistas.

On Sale Fri, 10/13 at 10am

The State Theatre presents

William Beckmann

Las Posadas Tour 2023

Thu, 12/14 | 8pm
 The State Theatre

Texas crooner William Beckmann is best known for his fresh blend of vintage country, Americana, and Latin music as well as his timeless baritone. This intimate performance of Christmas music, Spanish songs, storytelling and select Beckmann originals delivers the perfect blend of family and community celebration, which is the spirit of Los Posadas.

On Sale Fri, 10/13 at 11am

Live Nation Presents

Atsuko Okatsuka

Full Grown Tour

Sat, 2/3/24 | 7pm
 The Paramount Theatre

American stand-up comedian, actress and writer Atsuko Okatsuka has been named one of Variety's "Top 10 Comics to Watch" in 2022, and her unique brand of comedy has been gaining attention all over the country, landing her spots on Hulu, HBO and Comedy Central. VIP tickets available. 

On Sale Now!

P1 Live & Resound Present

The Eric Andre Explosion

Thu, 10/19 | 7pm
 The Far Out

ERIC ANDRE is a comedian, actor and creator and host of Adult Swim’s hit series “The Eric Andre Show,” which returned this summer for its sixth season. He can currently be seen as an expert panelist on ABC’s “The Prank Panel,” alongside Johnny Knoxville and Gabourey Sidibe, and he recently launched his first podcast “Bombing with Eric Andre” as part of the iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money PlayersNetwork. 

Use the link below for buy one, get one free tickets!

The Paramount’s Denise Cavness Has Never Missed ACL

“I figure as long as I live here, I don’t really feel like it’s an option not to go.” Denise Cavness has dedicated the better part of the last 35 years to greeting patrons with a warm smile and a cold drink as bartender at the Paramount Theatre. But she has also made time to attend ACL every year – that’s right, EVERY year. Hear why Denise never misses the annual fest in this KXAN interview.