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August 2008 ~

Mon. 11 - LOVE AND CARE MINISTRIES - Aaron Watson benefit concert. The local outreach ministry kicks off the first of an annual charity golf tournament with a live concert by country star Aaron Watson. For more information call Love & Care at (325) 670-0246.

Thurs. 14 - ARTWALK - The Paramount will be closed during the August ArtWalk.

Fri. 21 - HARDIN SIMMONS UNIVERSITY- new student orientation.

Sat. 30 - CHILDREN'S PERFORMING ARTS SERIES - The Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats, "Cirque D'Or," 2:00 pm. The 2008-09 live event series for kids kicks off with a bonus presentation of this acclaimed group, which conbines acrobatics with traditional dance, costumes and music. Tickets are $20 for adults an $10 for kids. For more information call the Abilene Cultural Affairs Council at (325) 677-1161.

 

September 2008 ~

Thurs. 11 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

Fri. 12 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Breakfast at Tiffany's, 7:30 pm. Audrey Hepburn, one of the most beautiful and glamorous stars ever to emerge from Hollywood, lights up the screen in this classic 1960s comedy/drama. A lonely, struggling writer becomes enchanted with his neighbor, an independent young woman who strives to be a high-climbing socialite with a penchance for high fashion and wild parties. But, soon he uncovers the vulnerability she has at heart. 1961, color, 114 minutes, not rated. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this film's trailer, click here.

Sat. 13 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Breakfast at Tiffany's, 7:30 pm. Audrey Hepburn, one of the most beautiful and glamorous stars ever to emerge from Hollywood, lights up the screen in this classic 1960s comedy/drama. A lonely, struggling writer becomes enchanted with his neighbor, an independent young woman who strives to be a high-climbing socialite with a penchance for high fashion and wild parties. But, soon he uncovers the vulnerability she has at heart. 1961, color, 114 minutes, not rated. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this film's trailer, click here.

Sun. 14 - SANCTUS REAL in concert with Tenth Avenue North, VOTA (formerly known as Casting Pearls), and Sammy Adebiyi, 6:00 pm. This evening of exciting new contemporary Christian artists is a special presentation of the "We Need Each Other" tour. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. They can be charged by phone at (800) 965-9324. or purchased online at www.itickets.com. For more information call (325) 660-2744.

Fri. 19 - ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - "Lone Cowboy" concert, 7:30 pm. The acclaimed cowboy music artist Michael Martin Murphey is presented by St. John's as a benefit for the school. Tickets are $35 in the balcony and $40 on the floor and all seating is reserved. For ticket information call (325) 695-8870.

Sat. 20 - LIVE AT THE PARAMOUNT, SHAWN MCDONALD, the "Roots" album tour, 7:00 pm. Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Shawn McDonald performs music from his new album, as well as hits from his previous work. Opening for him is Jake Smith, a New Orleans based Christiam singer/songwriter. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 dollars at the door. There is also a special support/patron section close to the stage at $20 per ticket, with very limited seating. Tickets can be purchased online at www.iTickets.com, by phone at (325) 676-9620, or picked up in person in the Paramount business office weekdays from 12 noon to 5 pm. TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW. For the poster of this special Live at the Paramount concert event, click here.

Fri. 26 - WEST TEXAS BOOK AND MUSIC FESTIVAL - Concert. Details TBA.

 

October 2008 ~

Thurs. 9 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

Fri. 10 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Across the Universe, 7:30 pm. An American girl and a British lad fall in love amid the upheaval of the 1960s in this musical featuring classic Beatles songs and a mix of live action and innovative animation. On an excursion to America, Liverpool dock worker Jude falls for Lucy. When Lucy's brother is drafted, Jude and Lucy take a stand as anti-war activists. This wildly theatrical film is from theatre director Julie Taymor, whose Broadway hits "The Lion King" and "Titus" made her famous. 2007, color, 131 minutes, rated PG-13. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this film's trailer, click here.

Sat. 11 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Across the Universe, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. An American girl and a British lad fall in love amid the upheaval of the 1960s in this musical featuring classic Beatles songs and a mix of live action and innovative animation. On an excursion to America, Liverpool dock worker Jude falls for Lucy. When Lucy's brother is drafted, Jude and Lucy take a stand as anti-war activists. This wildly theatrical film is from theatre director Julie Taymor, whose Broadway hits "The Lion King" and "Titus" made her famous. 2007, color, 131 minutes, rated PG-13. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this film's trailer, click here.

Fri. 24 - 24fps INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL - Public Exhibition Program A, 7:30 pm. The Paramount's internationally recognized short film competition for student and independent filmmakers presents the 2008 Official Selection Films to the public. For for information visit the festival online: www.24fpsfest.com and www.myspace.com/kurosowa01.

Sat. 25 - 24fps INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL - Young Filmmaker's Showcase, 2:00 pm. The Paramount's internationally recognized short film competition for student and independent filmmakers presents the 2008 Young Filmmaker's showcase, featuring work by students ages 13 to 18. For for information visit the festival online: www.24fpsfest.com and www.myspace.com/kurosowa01.

Sat. 25 - 24fps INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL - Public Exhibition Program B, 7:30 pm. The Paramount's internationally recognized short film competition for student and independent filmmakers presents the 2008 Official Selection Films to the public. For for information visit the festival online: www.24fpsfest.com and www.myspace.com/kurosowa01.

Fri. 31 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Special Halloween Film - Psycho, 7:30 & 11:00 pm. Director Alfred Hitchcock's Oscar-nominated shocker has been terrifying viewers for decades. When exhausted, larcenous real estate clerk Marion Crane goes on the lam with a wad of cash and hopes of starting a new life, she ends up at the notorious Bates Motel, where twitchy manager Norman Bates cares for his housebound mother. The place seems quirky but fine--until Marion decides to take a shower! This special presentation is on Halloween night only. 1960, black & white, 108 minutes, not rated. For this special event on the Paramount Film Series, all seats are $6. To view this film's trailer, click here.

 

 

November 2008 ~

Thurs. 13 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

Fri. 14 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Enchanted, 7:30 pm. Disney's live-action blockbuster about a fairytale princess from the past who is thrust into present-day Manhattan by an evil queen comes to the Paramount as a special holiday family film. Soon after her arrival in new York, Princess Giselle meets a handsome lawyer and begins to change her views on life and love. This sparkling comedy is a perfect family night entertainment. Sponsored by Royal Estates. 2007, color, 90 minutes, rated PG. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this films trailer, click here.

Sat. 15 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Enchanted, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. Disney's live-action blockbuster about a fairytale princess from the past who is thrust into present-day Manhattan by an evil queen comes to the Paramount as a special holiday family film. Soon after her arrival in new York, Princess Giselle meets a handsome lawyer and begins to change her views on life and love. This sparkling comedy is a perfect family night entertainment. Sponsored by Royal Estates. 2007, color, 90 minutes, rated PG. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this films trailer, click here.

Mon. 17 thru Thurs 20 - PRIVATE RENTAL - rehearsals.

Fri. 21 - ABILENE BALLET THEATRE - "The Nutcracker," 8:00 pm.

Sat. 22 - ABILENE BALLET THEATRE - "The Nutcracker," 2:30 & 8:00 pm.

Sun. 23 - ABILENE BALLET THEATRE - "The Nutcracker," 2:30 pm.

Wed. 25 thru Sun. 20 - PARAMOUNT CLOSED for the THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS.

 

 

December 2008 ~

Thurs. 4 - ABILENE COMMUNITY BAND - Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm. Admission free.

Fri. 5 - ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY - FilmFest 2008, 7:00 pm.

Mon. 8 - PRIVATE RENTAL - rehearsal.

Tues. 9 - THE CELEBRATION SINGERS - Christmas concert, 7:30 pm. Admission free.

Wed. 10 thru Fri. 12 - PRIVATE RENTAL - rehearsals.

Sat. 13 - FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - Christmas at the Paramount, 2:00 & 7:00 pm. . This anuual theatrical and musical extravaganza is both an original inspirational play and a Cristmas concert. Admission is free but tickets must be picked up at the First Baptist Church. For more information on this annual hoilday event, call the FBC at (325) 675-8138.

Sun. 14 - FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - Christmas at the Paramount, 2:00 pm. This anuual theatrical and musical extravaganza is both an original inspirational play and a Cristmas concert. Admission is free but tickets must be picked up at the First Baptist Church. For more information on this annual hoilday event, call the FBC at (325) 675-8138.

Thurs. 18 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

Fri. 19 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - It's a Wonderful Life, 7:30 pm. It's a wonderful film! Frank Capra's inverted take on A Christmas Carol stars Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey, a good man who's spent a lifetime giving up on his dreams in order to keep life in his small town humming. When a guardian angel finds a despondent George poised to jump off a bridge, he shows George what life would've been life had be never been born. This is the most requested Christmas film in the history of the Paramount Film Series. Sponsored by Sears Methodist Center. 1946, black & white, 142 minutes, not rated. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this film's trailer, click here.

Sat. 20 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - It's a Wonderful Life, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. It's a wonderful film! Frank Capra's inverted take on A Christmas Carol stars Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey, a good man who's spent a lifetime giving up on his dreams in order to keep life in his small town humming. When a guardian angel finds a despondent George poised to jump off a bridge, he shows George what life would've been life had be never been born. This is the most requested Christmas film in the history of the Paramount Film Series. Sponsored by Sears Methodist Center. 1946, black & white, 142 minutes, not rated. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view this film's trailer, click here.

Mon. 22 thru Sun. 29 - PARAMOUNT CLOSED for the CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS.

Wed. 31 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Special New Year's Eve Film - Gigi, 7:30 pm. Leslie Caron stars as Gigi, an avante-garde French waif being groomed as the fille de joie of affluent and handsome Gaston. Soon Gigi transforms into a stunning beauty, and the head-over-heels Gaston asks for her hand. What better way to begin your New Year's Eve celebration than with this bubbly Holloywood gem! 1958, color, 115 minutes, not rated. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children.To view this film's trailer, click here.