From the desk of our Curator, David Boysel. Historical tidbits about our beloved Paramount Theatre, a national historic landmark in the heart of downtown Oakland.

Paramount Theatre Reopening Event (1973)

From the Bay Area Television Archive at San Francisco State University

KRON-TV News footage from September 22nd 1973 featuring brief scenes from the official reopening event for the Paramount Theatre. There is also a glimpse of Mayor John H. Reading speaking. 

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Paramount Theatre Event (1973)

From the Bay Area Television Archive at San Francisco State University

KRON-TV Newsfilm dated September 5th 1973 featuring scenes from a preview benefit event for the reopening of the Paramount Theatre. Includes views of crowds watching a couple dancing to vintage band tunes, played by a live orchestra (conducted by Jack Bethards) and also listening to a singer. Note there is a banner visible which reads: "The Paramount Plays Again: Paramount Theatre of the Arts Premiere Benefit Sept 22nd." 

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