Chicago Black & White · Chicago
The Aragon Ballroom
Lawrence Avenue · Uptown, Chicago
Photographed from kitty-corner across Lawrence Avenue, this black-and-white image captures the full scale of Chicago's Aragon Ballroom, from its towering vertical marquee to its ornate Spanish Baroque facade and long brick walls.
The dramatic sky and strong tonal contrast give this 1926 Uptown landmark the feel of old Chicago music and dancing history, while the posters in the windows remind you that it still lives on as a concert venue.
