Austin Theatre Alliance (Paramount and State Theatres)

John Bernardoni, co-founder of the Summer Classic Film Series, said it best 👠✨ The enduring classic THE WIZARD OF OZ (1939), which just celebrated its 85th anniversary this week, closes out the Family Film Series on Sunday, 9/1! Like John, most of us have already fallen in love with this timeless technicolor film, thanks to countless television broadcasts and home video releases. But the Yellow Brick Road and those ruby slippers have never shimmered as brightly as they do on the Paramount screen in glorious 35mm. 🎟️ https://bit.ly/4bOeITh

That’s showbiz, baby! 🌟 The final Camp Paramount theme was 50 Summers at the Movies to celebrate the Paramount's 50th Summer Classic Film Series! Not only did campers perform songs on the historic Paramount stage, they also… 🎞️ Received two weeks of training in voice, acting, dance, and production. 🎞️ Learned about Paramount film history from two of our resident dramaturgs. 🎞️ Got a lesson in popcorn making from our Senior Food and Beverage Manager. 🎞️ Made lifelong friends and memories!

Once upon a time a bad witch clipped our film reels, leaving us without one of the most beloved parts of THE WIZARD OF OZ! 😱 Don’t worry, we’re triple checking our 35mm print for our 85th anniversary screening of THE WIZARD OF OZ (1939) on Sunday, 9/1! 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3QFP7DD

All for love and love for all 💞 Happy Austin Pride! 🤠🏳️🌈 📸: Kevin Garner Photography

The master is back for another round…our highly anticipated Hitchcock Week returns Wednesday, August 14 - Sunday, August 18! 🔍 THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH (1934) 8/14 🍷 NOTORIOUS (1946) 8/15 ☎️ DIAL M FOR MURDER (1954) 8/16 🪢 ROPE (1948) 🛩️ NORTH BY NORTHWEST (1959) 8/17 & 8/18 🌍 THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH (1959) 8/17 & 8/18 Thanks to our event partners at FANGORIA! 🎟️ austintheatre.org/film

Shop from the archives of the historic Paramount & State Theatres with memorabilia and decor from shows, events, and behind scenes items Saturday, August 17! Find posters from shows (some autographed), one of a kind autographed guitars, rugs, vases, stools, lighting, table linens, and more that were used at shows and events. Plus, all the work essentials, like standing desks, shelving, and chairs. 🎫 More info + RSVP: https://bit.ly/3AbhAvL

Happy retirement (and happy birthday) to Jody Denberg! 🥂 As he retires from full-time radio work, Austin's airwaves will feel his absence deeply (he's been on the air since 1981!). Jody's impact on the Live Music Capital is undeniable, as multiple generations have kept up with new music and happenings across the city to the tune of his unmistakable voice. "I don't know if I've ever met a bigger music lover than Jody," said Paramount music booker Zach Ernst, who first heard Denberg on KGSR in the 90s. "Anytime he comes to a show at the Paramount, you know it's a good one, and the artist backstage is likely dying to say hello to their old pal." "The voice of Austin music for four decades...No artist nor theatre has had a better friend than Jody Denberg." - Jim Ritts, Paramount Executive Director Thank you, Jody, for your remarkable contributions to our music scene, and your unforgettable introductions to so many classic shows onstage at the Paramount. Happy trails!

We can’t believe the LAST MONTH of the 50th Annual Summer Classic Film Series is already here! ✨ 🍓 Our friends at We Luv Video join as we transform the lobby of the Paramount into the Red and Wild Strawberry Social for TO WONG FOO, THANKS FOR EVERYTHING! JULIE NEWMAR complete with a performance by Diamond Dior Davenport this Friday, August 2. 🎬 Film Fan favorite HITCHCOCK WEEK returns August 14-18 presented in partnership with FANGORIA. 💪 On August 22, Truvy’s Salon comes all the way from Chinquapin Parish to the Paramount Theatre. ✏️ The Austin Chronicle joins us to ring in the school year with THE BREAKFAST CLUB + 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU on August 23. 🎞️ 70mm films return to our silver screen August 27-31 🎥 Filmmaker Robert Rodriguez closes us out with his personal favorite, WHAT’S UP, DOC? 9/1 🎟️ Tickets at austintheatre.org/film

We’re getting nostalgic with this one 🥹 The party at the Paramount starts from the moment you step in our lobby! Be sure to stop by our bar to check out our nightly specials, snacks, and limited edition merch 🤩

It's been a blast hosting all of Robert Rodriguez’s film premieres right here at the Paramount! Robert’s love, dedication, and enthusiasm for our theatres and cultivating the film scene in Austin are just a few of the reasons he has a star outside our doors. Robert returns to the stage four more times throughout the summer to present some of his favorite flicks in the 50th Summer Classic Film Series! 🗺️ ROMANCING THE STONE 8/11 🎶 THREE AMIGOS! 8/11 🍫 LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE 8/11 😆 Closing night: WHAT’S UP, DOC? On 35mm 9/1 🎟️ austintheatre.org/film