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It Can't Happen Here, Los Angeles, 1936. Creator: Unknown
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It Can't Happen Here, Los Angeles, 1936. Mayan Theatre...Dramatization of "It Can't Happen Here" by Sinclair Lewis and J.C. Moffitt - Federal Theatre Project Div. of W.P.A.'. Play adapted from a dystopian political novel about the rise of a US dictator, by Sinclair Lewis. 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 Cultural Event Dictatorship Dystopian Fascism Federal Theatre Project Harry Sinclair Lewis Jack Moffitt John C John C Moffitt Lewis Harry Sinclair Lewis Sinclair Moffitt Moffitt Jack Moffitt John C New Deal Playbill Prophetic Show Sinclair Lewis Stage Show Tyranny Works Progress Administration Graphic Design Playhouse
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This photograph showcases a playbill for the Federal Theatre Project's production of "It Can't Happen Here" at the Mayan Theatre in Los Angeles during 1936. The play, an adaptation of Sinclair Lewis's dystopian political novel of the same name, was directed by J.C. Moffitt. The Federal Theatre Project, established by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935, aimed to conserve and develop theater skills, re-employ theater workers, and bring live performances to thousands of Americans who had never experienced them before. The ominous title "It Can't Happen Here" was a prophetic warning of the potential rise of a fascist dictator in the United States, a concept that was undoubtedly relevant during the politically charged 1930s. The graphic design of the playbill features bold, colorful lettering, with the title and author's name in striking red and the play's subtitle in bold, black text. The image of a raised fist, a symbol of defiance and resistance, adds to the play's political undertones. The Federal Theatre Project's production of "It Can't Happen Here" was a significant cultural event during the New Deal era, as it brought important literature to life on stage and sparked important conversations about the political climate of the time. This photograph is a testament to the power of art and theater to provoke thought and inspire change.
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