Thanks to a student suggestion in last year's Great Movie Houses course, we're visiting one of the 'grand dames' of our region. The Paramount Theatre in Oakland was designed by architect Timothy Pflueger and completed in 1931. Among the finest examples of Art Deco designed theatres in America, this grand movie palace operated until 1970, and was restored to its original glory in the 1970’s. It is now a National Historic Landmark. Join us for a motor coach tour to Oakland where docents will lead us to marvel at the beauty of its architecture, and learn its history. Afterwards, we will enjoy a no-host lunch at the Emeryville Public Market and discuss this extraordinary theatre. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to view and study one of America’s extraordinary cinema treasures.
Note: Bus trip to Oakland. This excursion is based on a minimum count of 20 to avoid cancellation. Participants must be able to board the bus on their own and walk or stand for prolonged periods of discussion as well as climb stairs to upper floors. Please call OLLI staff at (530) 752-9695 regarding accessibility concerns.