ANNOUNCEMENT!
New opening hours and program adjustments for Winter 2025
As we move into the shorter days, our opening times for Winter are changing ...
Winter Opening Hours at The Paragon Theatre
Commencing May 1, 2025 our new Winter opening times will be Monday to Friday | 10am to 4pm and we will be closed on Public Holidays.
An update for the FRANKLIN Movie
From May 1, 2025 our regular 5pm screenings of the FRANKLIN will be on pause for winter. Regular weekday screenings will resume on September 1, 2025
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Special Group Screenings Available!
Got a group of 10 or more keen to see this epic film during the shorter winter days? Give us a call! We’ll do our best to make it happen. 📞 0407 049 612
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WINTER BREAK - 2025
The Paragon Theatre will be closed from May 17 to June 1 for a short winter break.
We’d like to take this opportunity to thank every wonderful guest who has attended a function, an event, a screening, or taken a self-guided tour. Your support means the world to us! 💙 We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Open Mic Sessions - musicians club
Our Open Mic Sessions will also be taking a short break for June, July and August. Chris will be back at the Sound Desk Sunday Sept 14 from 3pm. All performers and supporters welcome!
Open Mic Session
musicians club
Sunday May 11, 2025
3.00pm to 6.30pm
Calling all budding musicians, musical enthusiasts & performers of all skill levels!
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The Paragon Theatre, Queenstown Tas is hosting what we hope is one of many more Open Mic Sessions for our budding musicians, vocalists and those with an interest in the technical side of things - sound desk, lighting etc.
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We're encouraging local musicians to come along and register/act as mentors, offering guidance to individuals as they move through the various stages of their musical journey.
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The Paragon Theatre offers a professional and safe space for individuals of all ages to share their musical talents, fostering a supportive environment empowering individuals to step onto the stage and musically express themselves.
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With an emphasis on accessibility, we welcome participants of all skill levels; beginners, intermediates, advanced musicians and vocalists to contribute in developing a vibrant musical community.
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Terms and Conditions apply, to find out more call the Paragon: 0407 049 612.
Conveners: Anthony Coulson and Chris Burton
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Special Notes:
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Agreeing to our Terms and Conditions forms part of the registration process. Registration will be at the door prior to entry. Our conveners are volunteers please treat them with respect and follow their directives. The Paragon Theatre is a licensed venue and all liquor licensing rules will apply.
last session for the
24/25 season
BAY OF FIRES season 2
screening Eps 1 & 2
Sat 7 June, 2025
Award-winning actress Marta Dusseldorp returns as Stella Heikkinen, the single mother of two, forced into witness protection and relocated to Mystery Bay – a remote Tasmanian town filled with suspicious, criminally inclined individuals.
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As we delve into season two, Stella sees a glimmer of hope on the horizon. No one has tried to kill her for some months, and she finds herself in a position of power, juggling an array of new problems to combat. Some old. Some new. Most, entirely her fault.
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Set against the stunning scenery of north-west Tasmania — season two promises even more entertaining twists, turns and hilarious plot developments.
Join us at the Paragon Theatre for a sneak peek of BAY OF FIRES season 2 episodes 1&2 featuring an introduction by Marta and a Q&A session after the screening - don't miss it!
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OnLine ticket sales only | limited seating
Ticketing cut off for catering 5.00pm 4th June, 2025
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General Admission $20 per person | Light supper provided
Doors open 6.00pm | Screening 7.00pm​
COLOURS OF QUEENSTOWN
Outdoor Event, Show | Beyond the Forest
Fri & Sat 27 & 28 June, 2025
Illuminate your winter!
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BEYOND THE FOREST is a free, immersive audio-visual projection transforming the side of Queenstown’s iconic Paragon Theatre into a living canvas of light, sound, and story.
Let your curiosity lead you as the natural world collides and merges in a luminous display of light, sound, and story.
Exploring Queenstown’s dramatic landscapes, layered histories and fierce spirit, this storytelling projection dives into Queenstown's wartime and mining heritage, its rugged wilderness and the resilience of those who've called it home.
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Embrace the chill, just like a local! Rug up, show up, and be part of something unforgettable.
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Event Information:
​ Session Times: 7pm, 7.30pm & 8pm
Location: RSL CarPark - Next to The Paragon Theatre
Bookings: Absolutely Essential for Headphones for all sessions
Event Organisers: West x North West & KFM Events P/L
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BRAVERY & BETRAYAL
S.A.S. Documentary - The True Story...
Sun 27 July, 2025
​The True Story of the S.A.S. in Afghanistan
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​​After 9/11 our Nation sent the Aussie S.A.S. into harm’s way to protect us. 25 years later, their suffering continues. The S.A.S. now tell their story of what really happened in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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Featuring exclusive, never before seen interviews with officers and soldiers of the S.A.S.. As Prime Ministers Rudd, Howard and Abbott tell for the first time what they knew, and the brave pilots of the American Army reveal what they saw.
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Most heartbreaking of all are the stories by the wives, mothers, widows and children left behind.
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This is their story, in their words, of the S.A.S. in the War on Terror.
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Stay for the post-screening Q&A - the bar will be open
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​​Tickets GA $25.00 via EVENTBRITE
Doors open 1.00pm | Screening 1.30pm
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Disclaimer:
viewer discretion is advised. Bravery and Betrayal, contains sensitive material, including themes that may be emotionally distressing or triggering to some viewers
Franklin
Screening Weekdays
(Except public holidays)
Franklin recounts the epic seven-year campaign to save Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed Franklin River from being drowned by the construction of a hydroelectric project in the early 1980s.
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The ‘Franklin Campaign’ remains the most significant environmental protest in Australian history, a definitive example of the power of non-violent direct action, and is considered ground zero for ‘Green’ politics worldwide.
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The story is told through the eyes of Oliver Cassidy as he follows in his activist father’s footsteps and embarks on a solo rafting pilgrimage down the Franklin. In the process, he retraces the campaign, exploring why it was so successful when others have failed and what lessons can be applied to other non-violent movements today.
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All this while being physically challenged beyond anything he has ever known, in a remote and extraordinary landscape.
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Director: Kasimir Burgess
​​Tickets at the Door
​​Adult $12 | Concession $10 | Child (under 13) $8
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Doors Open 4pm | Our own featurette starts at 4pm
Franklin starts 5pm Sharp
ANNOUNCEMENT!
From May 1, 2025 our regular 5pm screenings of the FRANKLIN will be on pause for winter. Regular weekday screenings will resume on September 1, 2025.
Special Group Screenings Available!
Got a group of 10 or more keen to see this epic film during the shorter winter days? Give us a call! We'll do our best to make it happen for you. 0407 049 612
Life & Rhymes of
BANJO PATERSON
with Gregory North
Thursday 13 Nov, 2025 | 2.00PM
Step Back in Time with Banjo Paterson
Did you know it’s been 125 years since the legendary Banjo Paterson visited Queenstown as part of his Boer War lecture circuit?
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This year, we’re marking that milestone in true poetic style.
Gregory North—three-time Australian champion bush poet and a self-proclaimed Banjo Paterson tragic—is retracing Banjo’s footsteps, visiting the very towns where Banjo once spoke, 125 years to the day.
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Join us for an afternoon that celebrates one of Australia’s greatest wordsmiths. Hear your favourite Banjo poems, learn about the man behind the myth, and discover the fascinating story of his travels—including his stop right here in Queenstown.
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Gregory has written two books on Banjo and recorded a double album of his poetry. You couldn’t ask for a better guide to take you on this journey.
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Book your ticket, grab a comfy seat, and let Banjo’s words come alive once more.
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​OnLine ticket sales only | limited seating
​​General Admission $20 per person
Doors open 1.30pm | Performance 2.00pm​
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VERY LIMITED
FRANKLIN RIVER BLOCKADE
40th Anniversary T-shirt
$50.95ea
buy 2 or more & receive $10 OFF your order
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use code: NODAMS2023
at checkout
40 Years On...
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1 July 2023 has been and gone, but you can still be part of the ongoing celebration and commemoration of the Wild Franklin River running free. You just need the T-shirt...
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Our Franklin River Blockade T-shirt features a bold design that commemorates the iconic Franklin River Blockade, a protest that helped to protect the river from being dammed.
These Very Limited and sought after 40 Year Anniversary
T-shirts are available exclusively through The Paragon Theatre & our online store.
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With only 200 T-shirts produced in total & FREE shipping to any Australian address, you may need to be quick to make one yours. Or you could gift one to a friend or two.
Available in Black, it's the 'in' colour and generous sizing:
Small | Medium | Large | XL whilst stocks last.
PARAGON MERCHANDISE
timeless style | inspired by history
Take a piece of The Paragon Theatre home with you and keep the memories alive!
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Whether you’ve enjoyed a self-guided tour, been captivated by a live performance, or experienced the magic of a classic film on the big screen, our merchandise allows you to carry a piece of that special moment with you.
These items not only make practical and memorable souvenirs but also serve as a tribute to one of West Coast's most treasured landmarks.
By taking home or gifting a part of the Paragon, you’re not only preserving the memories of your visit but also supporting the ongoing legacy of this historic venue for future generations to enjoy.
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To order, simply call us on: 0407 049 612
