Name: Paramount Gala 2026
Start: 2026-05-09T19:00:00
Location: TBA

Paramount Theatre Austin

Whether he’s singing an ode to “queer tattoos,” telling his potential paramour all the things he won’t be doing for her (he ain’t fightin’ no Lion), or lamenting his new vegan lifestyle (“Tofurkey? Tof**k yourself- I want some meat”), Stephen Lynch will always consider himself “a musician trapped in the body of a comedian." His unique blend of musical based comedy has earned him fiercely loyal fans around the world who live to experience his sold-out live shows, six best-selling CDs, his RIAA-certified Gold DVD and his top-rated Comedy Central Specials.

Stephen Lynch

The Paramount Theatre

Acclaimed singer songwriter, piano virtuoso and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce is once again taking his celebrated Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, bringing audiences an unforgettable evening of music that bridges generations and celebrates the enduring power of song.

A.J. Croce

If you’re craving an unforgettable journey through the Beatles’ cinematic masterpiece, Help!, don’t miss The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute. This tour brings a vibrant new show to the stage, recreating the zany energy and iconic music from the Beatles’ 1965 film Help! alongside their greatest hits. Experience pitch-perfect performances of classics like “Help!,” “Ticket to Ride,” “You’re Going to Lose That Girl,” “I Need You,” “The Night Before,” and “Yesterday,” as well as timeless anthems from every era of the Beatles’ career.

The Fab Four- HELP!

Ms. Greer's classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist's curiosity can lead her to solve any problem.

A fun musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; and Ada Twist Scientist by Andrea Beaty, which spotlights the STEM curriculum (focusing on science, technology, engineering and math).

Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends

Join Andrew Callaghan and the crew from All Gas No Brakes & Channel 5 for an evening with musicians, rap battles, a talent show, and a forbidden video screening!

Andrew Callaghan

Who’s Bad’s power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson has ignited crowds on every continent and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see. As the longest-running Michael Jackson tribute band, and the only one to predate his untimely passing, Who’s Bad has sold out nearly 50 venues in the United Kingdom including London’s O2 where the King of Pop was slated to end his career. Over 100 years of collective professional experience and sold-out shows at every major House of Blues, Colorado’s Bluebird Theatre, LA’s Gibson Amphitheatre as well as international pavilions such as Ningbo Grand Theatre (China), Romania’s Sala Palatalui to Teatro do Bourbon Country (Porto Alegre, Brazil) tell the story: no corner of the earth is safe from this infectious party production.

Who's Bad

A raunchy and chaotic, full-on fever dream, Stamptown is a late-night variety show featuring the best alternative performance on the international scene.

Hosted by the bad boy of clown, Zach Zucker, this show has sold out shows at Netflix Is A Joke, Just For Laughs, Edinburgh Fringe, Glastonbury, Lincoln Center, Soho Theatre, SXSW, Melbourne International Comedy Festival and Off-Broadway in New York City

Stamptown

Playing is the joy and satisfaction of touring, but it comes with the hard part -- travel, the endless miles on a bus. There’s no dodging the wear and tear, and Little Feat has been playing for quite a while. With tongue stuck somewhat in cheek, Little Feat announces “The Last Farewell Tour,” which will begin in April 2026.

It’s definitely not an absolute, never-gonna-play again statement. This wind-down will take several years to accomplish, and while it does, Feat will continue to perform and record as long as they are able. It’s a retirement from the travel of touring.

Little Feat

As the eyes open and the world first blinks to life, there it is: oblivion. Rather than destruction or collapse, Alice Phoebe Lou’s oblivion is a deep, inky place where motes of softly burning potential gently drift into life. The South African-born, Europe-based singer-songwriter reached past the torrential noise of modern life and into another space to pull out luminous melodies and intimate lyrics, turning them into playful, profound songs that honor the sublime simplicity of her busking years. “Instead of overthinking the outcome and the judgment, these songs are just creating for myself, a coming home,” she says of Oblivion (due October 24 via Nettwerk Music Group). “Tapping into this unawareness of unconsciousness sounds like bliss. Oblivion is a place where you can forget what others see in you and find your true essence.” 

Alice Phoebe Lou

Ballet Austin invites you to join us for one unforgettable night, Thursday, April 23rd, from 7:30 - 9:00 PM at Austin’s historic Paramount Theatre, as we honor Artistic Director Stephen Mills — for his vision and artistic contributions to Austin’s creative identity over the past 25 years. As a member of our audience, you have been an important part of his journey, and we hope you will join us for this night of warm reflection and celebration!

STEPHEN MILLS…A TRIBUTE will feature special appearances/live performances by longtime collaborators, including award-winning composer Graham Reynolds and Grammy Award winner Ray Benson (Asleep at the Wheel), select performances by members of Ballet Austin’s Company dancers, and a performance by BA TWO. With surprises woven throughout, this heartfelt celebration promises to be joy-filled, and truly unforgettable!

Stephen Mills: A Tribute

For emo music lovers and orchestra aficionados alike, Emo Orchestra is a new live experience that brings some of the most beloved emo songs of your youth to the theater stage with a full orchestra arrangement. This Spring, Emo Orchestra welcomes THE SPILL CANVAS as the featured guest. Fans will hear THE SPILL CANVAS perform their own hits as well as songs by Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, A Day to Remember, The Used and many more.

Emo Orchestra with The Spill Canvas

Led and curated by singer-songwriter and violinist Carrie Rodriguez, Laboratorio is an annual four-part concert series that utilizes world-class musicianship, the visual arts, and storytelling to explore and celebrate Latine culture. Each show features Carrie and the all-star Laboratorio house band in collaboration with different guest artists.  
 

Laboratorio returns to Austin’s historic State Theatre with Edición Colombia, an immersive exploration of Colombian music and culture featuring members of Austin's highly celebrated Colombian bands, Superfónicos and Nemegata. Their respective band leaders and multi-instrumentalists, Jaime Ospina and Victor-Andrés Cruz (aka “El Guámbito”), will take us on a journey through the varied musical traditions and regions of Colombia—from the Pacific to the Caribbean Coast, inland to the Andes mountains, and on to the shores of the Amazon River. 