Theatre Tours
History, Ghosts and Legends |
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HISTORY ISN'T ALWAYS FOUND IN BOOKS. That's exactly what was discovered in the empty theatre as the stage was being cleaned. One inadvertent pull on some rigging slowly lowered into view the original 1915, hand-painted, asbestos fire curtain. It had been hanging, forgotten for over 50 years. In near perfect condition, its pastoral scene painted by Toomey and Volland in St. Louis is just one more story behind the history of the Paramount Theatre. COME EXPERIENCE THE STORIES BEHIND THE HISTORY. We will condense nearly 100 years down to 50 minutes. Built in 1915 and still operating today, you'll get the stories behind this historic variety and vaudeville house; its performers, history and a few ghost stories, too. Note: Ghost appearances are up to their discretion. |
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COST: $10 ADULT | $5 UNDER 12 For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact Nick Saenz at 512-692-0525 or nsaenz@austintheatre.org. Tours are only conducted Wednesdays at 10:30AM, based on availability. If you are interested in bringing a school group, please contact Jennifer Luck, Education & Outreach Director, at 512-692-0527 or jluck@austintheatre.org. Thank you! |
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As little as $10 will help send an Austin area disadvantaged child to an educational, memorable experience at the Theatre. The Paramount & Stateside Theatres are 501(c)(3) non-profits and your contribution is tax-deductible.
