Paramount Theatre - Austin, TX

I attended the Ron White fundraiser show for the Texas flood victims. This was my first time to attend a show at the Paramount. I easily parked at a nearby parking garage for a small fee and walked to the venue. I loved the interior of the theater and its old-school feeling and would have liked to have taken a few pictures to share here, but phones were sealed upon entry for this particular show. There were quite a few people there to assist people in getting to their seats. They were so friendly and helpful! The seats were clean and comfortable and we could easily see, hear, and understand the comedians. They sell candy and various types of drinks. I have to say they mix up a pretty mean Old Fashioned! It's my understanding that the Paramount donated the venue as part of the fundraiser. If true, what a nice gesture. Regardless, it was a great evening in a great venue. I would definitely enjoy coming back for more shows.

Amazing that a theater like this is still around. It’s older but the seats were still wide enough that I was comfortable even as a plus size person. Great acoustics, and there’s awesome food spots nearby. I had a great conversation with the ushers while people were coming in. They volunteer and they were all super friendly, had a very organized system to get people to their seats. I had a blast.

I absolutely love the Paramount theater, it is amazing! If you haven't been there you should definitely go. I'm sure it won't be long before it's bulldozed and a high-rise goes up due to City of Austin officials not protecting this gem and continue to sell the soul of Austin for their own personal gains. Two complaints; restrooms are absolutely disgusting. Urine all over the floor almost every time I've ever gone. Urine then gets on one's shoes, boots or macuskins then transfers to the carpet throughout. Staff is disruptive and interrupts show with their flash lights constantly checking people's seats through out entire show or performance. I wish staff would take the time to verify people's seats prior to shows beginning rather than just socializing. Hands down one of the best places! This old girl deserves better and needs to be treated with respect and dignity. Different set of discerning eyes need to be added to ensure long term well being of this Austin gem.

My wife and I were here several times during the recent ATX TV festival season 14. Many venues were held here at the Paramount. The seats are good and you have a nice view of the stage and screen from all the seats. A nice place.

Good locka spot that shows various shows for theater and the film fest SXSW and AFF. Also does lots of stand up and theater performances. It's a neat spot and just know that it's an older place so the chairs and leg room is less than more modern places.