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These Few Ashes, San Francisco, 1938. Creator: Unknown
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These Few Ashes, San Francisco, 1938. Creator: Unknown
These Few Ashes, San Francisco, 1938. "These Few Ashes" - A Comedy by Leonard Ide - Alcazar [Theatre]'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and to bring theater to thousands in the United States who had never before seen live theatrical performances
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a comedy by Leonard Ide, was performed at the Alcazar Theatre in San Francisco during the 1930s as part of the Federal Theatre Project, an initiative created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935. The Federal Theatre Project aimed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and bring theater to thousands in the United States who had never before seen live theatrical performances. This playbill poster, featuring the title "These Few Ashes," is a testament to the cultural significance of the New Deal era in American history. The design is simple yet effective, with bold lettering and a striking color palette. The use of an urn, symbolizing the passage of life and the theme of the play, adds a thought-provoking element to the graphic. The text on the poster reads "These Few Ashes - A Comedy by Leonard Ide," with the performance details listed below. The Federal Theatre Project logo and the Alcazar Theatre logo are also prominently displayed. The poster's design showcases the political and artistic importance of the New Deal's impact on American performing arts during the 1930s. The Federal Theatre Project was a crucial part of the WPA's efforts to provide relief and employment during the Great Depression, and this playbill poster is a valuable piece of heritage art that reflects the era's cultural and political climate. The poster's unknown creator remains a mystery, but their work continues to serve as a reminder of the enduring power of the arts to bring people together and uplift communities during challenging times.
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