Paramount Theatre Oakland

Came to the Paramount Theatre to see Theo Von: Return of the Rat. The theater looks very beautiful inside. We got balcony seats and they are tiny. The acoustics weren't great, lots of echoes. I probably missed 30% of the show due to not being able to hear him. If you are gonna come here I would recommend getting a closer seat.
The security was working hard and did an amazing job. Quick and safe security check when you enter the building. We had very loud drunk men two rows behind us who were very talkative and one of the security guys got them completely under control. It did take him a couple of tries to calm them down but in the end, it all worked out.
3.5 stars just because of the balcony seats, but I would love to come back.

Gorgeous 1931 Art Deco masterpiece! Great place to see a show and they have an informative/interactive tour select Saturdays at 10 am.

Talk about a beautiful venue. I am fairly new to loving in the eastbay, so small venues like this one we're off my radar. This place is super clean, nostalgic, and a great place to enjoy a concert. So much so, that I bought tickets to another show in the near future.

This is a beautiful venue. So much history. We saw a live concert and it was a packed house. EVERY employee that we spoke with was kind and knowledgeable. We asked lots of questions. Explored every level. The neighborhood is ok. We found parking in a lot right next door. The attendants were also very helpful.
A+++

Did the walking tour today and what an experience! It was a trip back in time and was enchanted by how amazing everything is preserved and maintained.

Went to see Shane Gillis here. He was fantastic. And the theater was wonderful. There were no bad seats because of the placement of the seats and the venue size. Acoustics were great! I had a wonderful time and hope to go back and see another performance soon

First time attending here. Saw a live comedy show, I had been to the fox theater several times but never to the paramount. I had a great time. Parking was plentiful. No bad luck on our way back to the car on a earlier Saturday night show. The theater itself was clean had a great ambience had great staff. We sat on the lower level probably about 20 rows back from the stage. Sounded great and views were just fine. Will happily return