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The Cricket on the Hearth, San Francisco, 1937. Creator: Unknown
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The Cricket on the Hearth, San Francisco, 1937. Creator: Unknown
The Cricket on the Hearth, San Francisco, 1937. Charles Dicken's Immortal Play - "The Cricket on the Hearth" - 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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This photograph print depicts a vintage playbill for Charles Dickens' timeless play, "The Cricket on the Hearth," performed at the Alcazar Theatre in San Francisco during the 1930s. The Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA), brought this theatrical masterpiece to life for thousands of Americans who had never before experienced live theatre. Established in 1935, the Federal Theatre Project aimed to preserve and cultivate theatrical skills, re-employ theatre workers on public relief, and broaden access to the performing arts. The New Deal program's influence is evident in the bold, colorful graphic design of this playbill, which boasts an evocative image of Dickens' iconic title, "The Cricket on the Hearth," and the tagline, "Charles Dickens' Immortal Play." The playbill's text is adorned with elegant lettering, reflecting the literary and artistic heritage of the era. The design also includes a striking image of the Alcazar Theatre, which served as the playhouse for this cultural event. The political significance of the Federal Theatre Project is underscored by the inclusion of the WPA logo and the statement, "A Project of the Works Progress Administration." This photograph print is a testament to the enduring power of live theatre and the role of the Federal Theatre Project in preserving and promoting the arts during the 1930s. The mystery of the unknown creator only adds to the allure of this fascinating piece of American cultural history.
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