The Paramount Theatre
Venue address - 123 3rd Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401
Administrative Office - 1100 Rockford Road SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404
RENOVATION / REMODEL
PARAMOUNT THEATRE
RENOVATION/REMODEL
OWNER PRIORITIES FOR CONSTRUCTION
1. Develop an integrated project team including all contractors and subcontractors.
2. Maintain, preserve, and accurately restore the building’s historic fabric.
3. Work together to maximize efficiency between contractors and subcontractors
while benefiting schedule and cost.
4. Proactively communicate and coordinate between all project team members to
reduce interruptions and delays to project sequencing and construction activities.
5. Create a safe and clean job site.
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In June 2008, the Paramount Theatre was severely damaged by the worst flood in the history of Cedar Rapids. At the crest of the flood, the building was inundated by approximately eight feet of water on the main level. The basement and sub-basement were completely flooded. The Flood of 2008 caused over $16 million in damage to the historic theatre.
After cleaning and stabilizing the building, the City hired OPN Architects, Inc. and a team of professionals to rebuild, restore and improve the theatre. The goal of the reconstruction project is to create a financially viable multipurpose venue suitable for touring shows, symphony, theatre and opera performances, organ recitals, community productions, film showings and community gatherings to better serve eastern Iowa through the 21st Century.
The Paramount Theatre Restoration Project includes flood-damage repairs, building code upgrades, hazard mitigation measures and several proposed upgrades and improvements for performers and patrons.
The most notable improvements include:
- New seating layout with improved patron comfort
- Improved acoustics and lighting
- Improved concession and gathering spaces
- Expanded orchestra pit
- Expanded stagehouse & wingspace
- Improved loading area & back-of-house
- Exterior improvements
Renovation Video Links
Lobby View Rendering
Ryan Companies US, Inc. Progress Reports
Lounge View Rendering
To view Ryan Companies US, Inc. current Progress Report please click the PDF Icon to
the right.
To view additional information about the Paramount Theatre renovation, please
click on the “Links” menu.
To view Ryan Companies US, Inc. archived Progress Reports please click the desired archive link below.
2010
2011
2012
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October 28, 2011
November 04, 2011
November 11, 2011
November 18, 2011
December 02, 2011
December 09, 2011
December 16, 2011
To view additional progress photos please click "Here" to be redirected to Ryan Companies US, Inc. Multivista Project Portfolio.
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