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Grand Marquee

Photography Historical posted on Jan 21, 2010
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The Chicago Theater has a fascinating history. It was the flagship of the mighty Balaban and Katz empire and was considered one of the most majestic movie-houses in the world, when it opened in 1921. For nearly half a century, it was the prestigious address of A-List movies and first-class entertainment. In the 1970s, the theater fell on hard times and closed in 1985. After a close call with the wrecking ball, the palace was restored to its former glory and re-opened in late 1986. The re-opening was a tremendous success: a tale of renewed glory that continues to this day. This picture was made shortly before the premier of its latest hit engagement, "Banana Schpeel." Photographed in downtown Chicago on November 5, 2009. Click here for more info on this great landmark theater.

Comments (8)


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beachzz

9:53PM | Thu, 21 January 2010

These classic old theaters are grand and gorgeous. I'm so glad this one survived. What a great shot!!

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blinkings

11:24PM | Thu, 21 January 2010

Great shot, but now I'm singing that song like nobody's business!!!

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Chipka

11:50PM | Thu, 21 January 2010

Hey, I know this place! You and I have spent so much time photographing it and I have to say that this is one rockin' shot! Great colors and vibe to this; it looks like a fun Saturday night. Great work, and I like the info you attached as well...I had no idea it was the Balaban and Katz mothership! WOW! Well...it has that mothership look! Great work!

whaleman

12:48AM | Fri, 22 January 2010

So that's where the movie "Chicago" based its graphic design on!

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helanker

5:02AM | Fri, 22 January 2010

That is indeed a beautiful capture of this place. Wonderful mood and colors.

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auntietk

8:33AM | Fri, 22 January 2010

What a great night shot! You've captured all the excitement of going to see a show, with the lights and a bit of city bustle. Excellent work!

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JohnSmall

8:59AM | Fri, 22 January 2010

Ah, see that sign all lit up like this brings back glorious memories of my late teens and early 20s when I would take Amtrak's City of New Orleans from Kankakee to Chicago and spend my Saturdays walking all over downtown, hitting every record and used book store I could get to before having to get back to Union Station to take the train back home that night. I walked past this theatre many many times - got to see the Limeliters and the Chad Mitchell Trio there once, I think it was around 1983. Great memories; thanks for sharing this!

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myrrhluz

4:46PM | Sat, 30 January 2010

Cool shot and interesting info! I love the dark arch just barely seen behind the bright marquee! Both invite the viewer to an over-the-top, exciting time. Excellent nighttime capture! Beautiful lights and clarity!


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