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Awake and Sing, [193-]. Paramount Auditorium...Clifford Odets "Awake and Sing" in Yiddish - Directed by Adolph Freeman...'. 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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by Clifford Odets, a powerful and thought-provoking play that explores the lives of a working-class Jewish family in the Bronx during the Great Depression, was brought to life through the Federal Theatre Project (FTP) in the 1930s. This photograph captures a production of "Awake and Sing" in Yiddish, directed by Adolph Freeman, at the Paramount Auditorium. The Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA), was established in 1935 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. This was a significant cultural event during the New Deal era, as it provided an opportunity for Americans to come together and engage with the arts during a time of political and economic uncertainty. The playbill for this production, featuring bold and expressive lettering, showcases the vibrant energy and political consciousness that defined the FTP. The text is overlaid on a simple yet striking background, with the title "Awake and Sing" in large, bold letters at the top. The image of the Paramount Auditorium, with its towering marquee, adds to the sense of excitement and anticipation surrounding this theatrical event. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of the arts to bring people together and provide a space for reflection, engagement, and community during challenging times. It is a reminder of the important role that the Federal Theatre Project played in American history and the legacy of the New Deal era.

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