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May 2008 ~

Sat. 10 - MAIN STREET STUDIOS, "Dance Explosion," 7:00 pm. The Hawley, Texas dance studio presents its annual spring recital. Admission free.

Mon. 12 - WYLIE HIGH SCHOOL --Jazz Band concert, 7:30 pm. Admission free.

Thurs. 15 - MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL - Band Concert, 7:00 pm. Admission free.

Fri. 16 - PRIVATE RENTAL - rehearsal.

Sat. 17 - BALLET ABILENE - "Still Dancin' After All These Years," 7:00 pm. The Abilene, Texas dance studio presents its annual spring recital. Admission is free, but seats must be reserved. Call Ballet Abilene at (325) 675-0303 for ticket information.

Fri. 23 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Amazing Grace, 7:30 pm. Based on a true story, this historical drama reveals the life of William Wilberforce, an 18th century English politician who fought for the abolition of slavery. Wilberforce was elected to teh House of Commons at 21 and took on the issue, successfully assembling a diverse coalition that went up against the most powerful men of the time. 2006, color 111 minutes, rated PG. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view the film's trailer, click here.

Sat. 24 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Amazing Grace, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. Based on a true story, this historical drama reveals the life of William Wilberforce, an 18th century English politician who fought for the abolition of slavery. Wilberforce was elected to teh House of Commons at 21 and took on the issue, successfully assembling a diverse coalition that went up against the most powerful men of the time. 2006, color 111 minutes, rated PG. Paramount Film Series prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. To view the film's trailer, click here.

 

 

June 2008 ~

Mon. 2 - PRIVATE RENTAL - rehearsal.

Tues. 3 - THE CELEBRATION SINGERS - Spring Concert, 7:30 pm. Admission free.

Thurs. 12 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

Fri. 13 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Meet the Robinsons, 7:30 pm. In this animated adventure, brilliant preteen inventor Lewis creates a memory scanner to retrieve his earliest recollections and find out why his mother gave him up for adoption. But when the villanious Bowler Hat Guys steals the machine, Lewis is ready to give up on his quest--until a mysterious visitor whisks Lewis to the future to find the scanner...and his mom. This is the perfect film for a summer family night at the Paramount. 2007, color, animated, 93 minutes, rated G. 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. 14 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Meet the Robinsons, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. In this animated adventure, brilliant preteen inventor Lewis creates a memory scanner to retrieve his earliest recollections and find out why his mother gave him up for adoption. But when the villanious Bowler Hat Guys steals the machine, Lewis is ready to give up on his quest--until a mysterious visitor whisks Lewis to the future to find the scanner...and his mom. This is the perfect film for a summer family night at the Paramount. 2007, color, animated, 93 minutes, rated G. 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 15 thru Thurs. 26 - PARAMOUNT PRODUCTIONS, rehearsals.

Fri. 27 - PARAMOUNT PRODUCTIONS - "Jekyll & Hyde," 7:30 pm. The Paramount's summer musical production is the opulent thriller"Jekyll & Hyde," which features an all-local cast, crew and design team. The musical, based on the famous story by Robert Louis Stevenson, is the dynamic tale of a talented scientist whose experiments with the separation of good and evil in human nature go terribly wrong. Perfect for the opulent, moody atmosphere of the Paramount, this hit Broadway show promises to be a thrilling experience. Reserved seat tickets go on sale June 1, 2008.

Sat. 28 - PARAMOUNT PRODUCTIONS - "Jekyll & Hyde," 7:30 pm. The Paramount's summer musical production is the opulent thriller"Jekyll & Hyde," which features an all-local cast, crew and design team. The musical, based on the famous story by Robert Louis Stevenson, is the dynamic tale of a talented scientist whose experiments with the separation of good and evil in human nature go terribly wrong. Perfect for the opulent, moody atmosphere of the Paramount, this hit Broadway show promises to be a thrilling experience. Reserved seat tickets go on sale June 1, 2008.

Sun. 29 - PARAMOUNT PRODUCTIONS - "Jekyll & Hyde," 2:00 pm. The Paramount's summer musical production is the opulent thriller, "Jekyll & Hyde," which features an all-local cast, crew and design team. The musical, based on the famous story by Robert Louis Stevenson, is the dynamic story of a talented scientist whose experiments with the separation of good and evil in human nature go terribly wrong. Perfect for the opulent, moody atmosphere of the Paramount, this hit Broadway show promises to be a thrilling experience. Reserved seat tickets go on sale June 1, 2008.

 

 

July 2008 ~

Thurs. 10 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

Fri. 11 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Gone With the Wind, 7:30 pm. Margaret Mitchell's sweeping Civil War saga remains one of the greatest examples of cinematic storytelling. Vivien Leigh's tempestuous Scarlett O'Hara and Clark Gable's handsome rogue Rhett Butler bicker and battle from antebellum plantations to the streets of postwar Atlanta. This film, one of the most recognized and praised in the history of American cinema, mkes its return to the Paramount's opulent atmosphere as the perfect summer entertainment escape. 1939, color, 233 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. Sponsored by Nick Coats.

Sat. 12 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - Gone With the Wind, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. Margaret Mitchell's sweeping Civil War saga remains one of the greatest examples of cinematic storytelling. Vivien Leigh's tempestuous Scarlett O'Hara and Clark Gable's handsome rogue Rhett Butler bicker and battle from antebellum plantations to the streets of postwar Atlanta. This film, one of the most recognized and praised in the history of American cinema, mkes its return to the Paramount's opulent atmosphere as the perfect summer entertainment escape. 1939, color, 233 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. Sponsored by Nick Coats.

Mon. 14 thru Thurs. 17 - ABILENE PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY, rehearsals.

Fri. 18 - ABILENE PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY - Summer Theatre Camp grand finale performance, 7:30 pm. Call APAC at (325) 437-2486 for more information.

Wed. 30 - ABILENE PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY - rehearsal.

Thurs. 31 - ABILENE PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY - Summer Theatre Camp grand finale performance, 7:30 pm. Call APAC at (325) 437-2486 for more information.

 

 

August 2008 ~

Fri. 8 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - War Dance, 7:30 pm. Set in civil war-ravaged Northern Uganda, this Documentary Directing Award winner at Sundance 2007 follows the lives of three youngsters who attend school in a refugee camp and find hope through a rich tradition of song and dance. Coming from a world in which children are abducted from their families and forced to fight in the rebel army, these kids give it their all when they travel to the captial city to take part in the prestigious Kampala Music Festival. This emotional film is a beautiful testament to the strength of the human heart, and the healing power of music. 2007, color, 105 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. 9 - PARAMOUNT FILM SERIES - War Dance, 2:00 & 7:30 pm. Set in civil war-ravaged Northern Uganda, this Documentary Directing Award winner at Sundance 2007 follows the lives of three youngsters who attend school in a refugee camp and find hope through a rich tradition of song and dance. Coming from a world in which children are abducted from their families and forced to fight in the rebel army, these kids give it their all when they travel to the captial city to take part in the prestigious Kampala Music Festival. This emotional film is a beautiful testament to the strength of the human heart, and the healing power of music. 2007, color, 105 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.

Thurs. 14 - ARTWALK - 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Details TBA.

 

 

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.

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.