Anniversary Gala Featuring Delbert McClinton May 15, 2010

Paramount Theatre's 94th & StateTheatre's 74th Anniversary Gala Starring the legendary...Delbert McClinton Frances Bennett, Jim Cannon and Sharon Kilmartin, Gala Co-Chairs, cordially invite you to join us for the biggest party of 2010 on Saturday, May 15th as we celebrate the Paramount Theatre's 94th and the State Theatre's 74th birthdays! Grammy Award winning artist, Delbert McClinton will add his legendary name to the roster of history making performers that have taken our historic stage at this annual event. Austin's own The Gourds will open the evening and Skyrocket!, the after party band, is sure to keep you on your feet all night long. Remember, your purchases include access to these great entertainers, plus parking, dinner and drinks, dancing, and Austin's most exclusive live and silent auction. The funds raised from this event support the preservation of our two historic theaters. Last year's event sold out far in advance, so reserve your place today. We hope to see you there! Event Details: Paramount doors open for pre-show cocktails and music by Brooklyn Lane: 6:00 p.m.Show begins on the historic Paramount stage: 6:30 p.m.Congress Avenue air-conditioned tents open for dinner, drinks, dancing and auction: 9:00 p.m. Each table and ticket package includes: Concert by Grammy Award winning artist, Delbert McClinton.Dinner in air conditioned tent on Congress Avenue.Open bar all night long.Additional entertainment by The Gourds, Skyrocket! and Brooklyn Lane.Complimentary Parking.Access to Austin's most exclusive live and silent auction. The gala committees and staff are working hard to get items donated so the majority of your package or table purchase will go directly to preserving these two historic theatres.