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Paramount Theatre in Austin TX

Paramount Theatre on Congress Avenue in Austin TX

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In years past it has been home to vaudeville, silent movies, and Broadway hits. Today the fare at the Paramount Theatre is usually classic movies but there are also plays, musical theatre, and the occasional star-studded major motion picture premiere.

Paramount Theatre:


713 Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 472-2901
Dating back to before World War I, the Paramount Theatre is just down the street from the State Capitol. Their Summer Film Series each year features new prints of classic films, director's cuts, classic cartoons, and other special events.
What's showing at the Paramount Theatre
Tickets: 469-SHOW or online at Star Tickets

Also nearby is the Alamo Drafthouse Downtown and Dobie Theatre

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