Paramount Theatre, Historic movie theater in downtown Aurora, United States.
The Paramount Theatre is a historic movie theater and performance venue in downtown Aurora, designed with Art Deco architecture and Venetian decorative elements. The interior features detailed murals and provides approximately 1,885 seats for audiences.
The theater opened in 1931 and was the first air-conditioned building outside Chicago in Illinois. Early performances featured prominent artists including Jack Benny and the Marx Brothers.
The venue hosts live musicals, theatrical productions, and concerts that draw audiences seeking performing arts. The stage and seating areas remain places where community members gather to experience entertainment together.
The venue hosts regular events and can be rented for private functions and weddings. Visitors should check the current schedule in advance and book seats early, especially for popular shows.
The facility houses a performing arts school that offers instruction to students of various ages. This combination of teaching and performance space shows how the building serves multiple roles in the community.
Location: Aurora
Architects: Rapp and Rapp
Capacity: 1885
Address: 23 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL 60506
Website: http://paramountaurora.com
GPS coordinates: 41.75767,-88.31444
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42
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