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Paramount Theatre

Music Venue and Theater

Uptown, Oakland

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Paramount Theatre

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Ranked #4 for live music in Oakland
"leonard cohen's concert in 2010 was awesome there."(2 Tips)
"Movie night here beats any movie night at AMC."(3 Tips)
"A beautiful restored art deco theater with a Wurlitzer" pipe organ."(2 Tips)
"good place for a concert."(6 Tips)

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España SheriffMarch 25, 2012
Arrive a bit early so you have time to take in the overwhelming size and beauty of the place (trust me) and check out the restrooms even if you don't have to go!
Brian StraussNovember 2, 2017
The most elegant theater I’ve ever been to. It’s fully seated with no GA spaces. Lots of great bars and restaurants in the area to help you make a night of it.
Upvoted Aug 27
Xande MacedoNovember 29, 2012
Becoming a citizen today? Walk to Flora, sit at the bar, get a burger (sticking your American flag on it optional), a shot of Maker's Mark and a bottle of Liberty Ale. Welcome to America!
David SchwartzDecember 17, 2023
Take the time to walk around the theater and explore the art deco. It’s the bomb.
Kayvon TehranianOctober 27, 2013
Art deco carried to its necessary extreme. Financed by Paramount Pictures, the Paramount Theatre was the largest West Coast movie palace at the time of its construction in 1931.
Noel Yuri-BermúdezJuly 27, 2018
Beautiful theatre. The bar in the lobby isn't the only one in the theatre so save yourself some time in the line!
Rich YannaconeNovember 20, 2018
Love this venue. Great sound and spectacular beauty
_July 9, 2015
Lovely architecture, great landmark in Oakland and good place for a concert.
Tim HarrisonMarch 29, 2015
A beautiful old theater. Be warned that movies generally start ~40 minutes late due to the spinner game they do before hand.
Allison CMarch 5, 2013
The balcony ladies room is tiny. You will miss the second set of a show if you wait in what will be a monster line. Try another floor or book out early.
David SchwartzDecember 17, 2023
Archie Bunker had a great quote for this event. I’ll have to find it and post it as a comment…
Craig VillamorOctober 27, 2017
Beautifully restored, HUGE, drinks are a bargain relative to other venues.
Farshid KetabchiJune 20, 2012
wonderful music concert venue with an old world charm. leonard cohen's concert in 2010 was awesome there.
Ira SerkesFebruary 20, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Take a tour of the Paramount Theatre of the Arts! This is an Art Deco Jewel - the Grand Lobby, Theater, Halls and Bathrooms are spectacular. Tours usually given 1st & 3rd Saturday Mornings Read more
Melissa 💋February 6, 2015
Amazing architecture! A true gem of a landmark.
SFBARTFebruary 8, 2012
The Paramount Theater Oakland is really accessible by transit - it's one block from the 19th St. Oakland BART Station. Read more
Camille GApril 27, 2013
the $5 movie classics are so fun! Wurlitzer, dec-o-win raffle & newsreel before the show
EJ RiceMay 16, 2011
A vodka cran and a small bottle of water cost 19 bucks, but the theater is beautiful and the show I saw (Chelsea Handler) was hilarious!
michael johnsonJune 5, 2015
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Olivia PMay 9, 2016
The outside of the buikding is unimpressive but wait until you get inside!
Lauren BarrettApril 27, 2013
Dont bring your own popcorn. Alll the candy and booze you can smuggle in but no popcorn
Marcia McLeanApril 23, 2018
Beautiful theater. No elevator
ChelleBApril 4, 2018
1931. Art Deco opulence.
Lorrie FinkelMay 19, 2012
Great place for dinner close to the Lukas for dinner .
Ruth StroupApril 2, 2014
Amazing art deco fixture
K.Marya GrovesMarch 17, 2013
Great view no matter where you sit.
Denisha DeLaneDecember 2, 2012
Every seat is a great seat.
Sarita MorenoFebruary 12, 2011
The only thing better than seeing a concert here (come back Jill Scott!) is movie night!B
Lisa BankstonMarch 17, 2010
A beautiful restored art deco theater with a Wurlitzer" pipe organ. A must do! Read more
Yvonne FranklinOctober 21, 2011
The best seats are the front of the balcony.
Agata SzczepanskaAugust 29, 2015
Atmosphere
Debra GoldentyerOctober 30, 2010
Been here 5+ times
If you haven't sat in the paramount theater you have missed the best of Oakland
Sangodogbon AkinsogaMarch 24, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Great place for a show.
Jennifer MccollochMay 23, 2011
Great theater....they just need a larger restroom for the ladies.
Wil UsserySeptember 14, 2014
Checking out Tyler Perry's play "Bell Hath No Fury"
Ruth StroupJanuary 28, 2012
Valet park at Pican for a pre concert treat.
ingrid lopezDecember 15, 2010
Leonard Cohen: best concert of my life in this beautiful and legendary place.
Debra GoldentyerNovember 22, 2009
Been here 5+ times
OMG. Movies at the Paramount are the best. Even when they're bad, they're good.
Renee S.January 15, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Movie night here beats any movie night at AMC.
Bob LeeJanuary 9, 2012
They sure don't make theaters like this anymore!
Pat ToneyApril 5, 2011
Classic film Fridays - check it out
Rich WalterApril 14, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Bring your drinks to the your seats.
richard levittSeptember 17, 2009
the theater itself is part of the fun!
Greg GioiaOctober 31, 2009
A guy playing an organ rises from the floor. And prizes.
GABBYiSACTiVEMarch 14, 2010
Martin Lawrence was hilarious!
JazzzyoneJanuary 8, 2010
Eat first.
Rogelio FloresMarch 6, 2018
Hermosos el teatro, sin dudas el mejor lugar para tocar en Oak.

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