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Birds, Roslyn, NY, 1938. Creator: Unknown
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Birds, Roslyn, NY, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Birds, Roslyn, NY, 1938. 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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Administration Works Progress Capital Letter Cream Cream Colour English Text Eugene Gladstone Oneill Eugene Oneill Federal Theatre Project Louis Simon Navy Blue New Deal Oneill Eugene Oneill Eugene Gladstone Playbill Publicity Theatre Of The Four Seasons Theatrical Typeface Western Script Works Progress Administration Aristophanes Playhouse The Birds
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This photo print, titled "Birds" from Roslyn, NY, dates back to 1938 and is an intriguing artifact of American theatrical history. The image is a promotional poster for a production put on by the Federal Theatre Project (FTP), an initiative established by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935. The FTP aimed to conserve and develop theater skills, re-employ workers on public relief, and bring live theater to communities across the United States. The poster features bold, colorful lettering in a Western Script typeface, with the title "The Birds" written in navy blue and "A Play of Aristophanes" in cream. The production was directed by Eugene O'Neill and Lehman Engel, two prominent figures in American theater at the time. The poster also lists the cast, including Eugene Gladstone O'Neill and Louis M. Simon, and the location of the performance, Roslyn, NY. The Federal Theatre Project was part of the New Deal, a series of programs and projects initiated by the U.S. government in response to the Great Depression. The FTP provided employment opportunities for thousands of people in the theater industry and brought live theater to communities that had never before experienced it. This poster is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the United States during the 1930s and the importance of the arts in providing relief and entertainment during challenging times. The poster's vibrant colors, striking design, and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection of American theater history or vintage poster art.
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