Paramount Theatre

348 Cypress St.
Abilene
325-676-9620
www.paramount-abilene.org
Description
Paramount Theatre
 

Another David S. Castle landmark, the Paramount Theatre opened May 19, 1930, as part of the Wooten Hotel development. The 3-story theatre features Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, Art Deco light fixtures and is best known for the stars and clouds that move across its ceiling. The theatre closed in 1979 and was saved from demolition by local preservation efforts. A complete restoration of the theatre was completed in 1987. The theatre is now operated by a non-profit organization and is a center for classic and art films, and the performing arts (676-9620).

This fully restored 1930s theatre features:

  • Concerts and live theatre
  • Touring shows
  • Classic, art house and special event films
  • Outstanding architecture: Arched columns, two grand staircases, hand-blown glass chandeliers, Pueblo-Deco artwork ceilings and a 1,200 seat auditorium with twin-domed turrets, a velvet blue ceiling, drifting clouds and twinkling stars
Details
Category:
Historic Downtown
Hours: Free self-guided tours: Noon to 5 p.m., weekdays
Event Capacities

Stage
Banquet: 100
Reception: 200

Auditorium
Theater: 1,220
 


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