Abraham Lincoln High School Auditorium

High school here was a trip. I made a lot of friends here, mostly those I met in my señor year, that I still speak to now. Staff and teachers were a mixed bag to be honest. Sometimes you would get teachers who challenged you to be a better student and to actually learn, sometimes you’d get those that really wanted to teach but was so worn down by all the crazy ass teenagers they just gave up, and those who just let you do whatever but you knew you were getting an A. Ms. Royden was the best counselor in that building, she was the best. (I’m not sure if she still works there.)

I’m thrilled to have gone to Lincoln High School, and don’t ever regret my decision, sometimes I even hope that they’ll let me come back for a few years. There is an eclectic group of individuals who go to Lincoln, there are of course the Russians from Brighton, The Ghetto Fabulous kids from Coney Island and other parts of Brooklyn, and seemingly, a lot of Indian Kids lately. They have some amazing teachers, as well as an great for photography program which is lately been put to more use then just taking pictures.
The Auditorium is original to the school’s original design, with towering curtains and windows, and a fun balcony. I know i’ve used it more then once for photos

The Abraham Lincoln High School is more than a school: it’s an important hub of Russian culture. Most of the time it’s like any other school… But every once in a while, a Russian rock group like Alisa or the DDT rolls into town, or a small chamber theater brings its new play, and the place is transformed into a theater!
The look of it doesn’t change much. Even during a rock concert it looks exactly like what it is: a school auditorium. But the sound is absolutely terrific, the prices are usually pretty good, and the floor slopes gently to give everyone a great view of the stage no matter where the seat is.
Somehow, the high school look of the place gives it a more fun atmosphere, and people in the audience are more open to interacting and making friends with those around them. The space looks visually open, and feels emotionally open.