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An Evening with Dunbar, Seattle, 1938. Creator: Unknown
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An Evening with Dunbar, Seattle, 1938. Creator: Unknown
An Evening with Dunbar, Seattle, 1938. Metropolitan Theatre - "An Evening with Dunbar" - from the Poems of Paul Lawrence Dunbar - A Play with Music'. 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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at the Metropolitan Theatre in Seattle, 1938, was a cultural event brought to life by the Federal Theatre Project (FTP), an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA). Established in 1935, the FTP aimed to conserve and develop theater skills, re-employ workers on public relief, and make live theatrical performances accessible to thousands of Americans who had never experienced them before. This playbill poster advertises "An Evening with Dunbar," a production based on the poems of Paul Lawrence Dunbar. Dunbar (1872-1906) was a prominent African American poet and novelist, whose works explored the African American experience. This theatrical adaptation, featuring music, was a significant contribution to the cultural landscape of the United States during the 1930s. The graphic design of the poster showcases the artistic and political spirit of the era. The bold text, "An Evening with Dunbar," dominates the top half of the poster, while the image of Dunbar's portrait and the title of the production, "A Play with Music," are placed below. The use of color and lettering adds to the overall visual appeal, making this an attractive and enticing advertisement for the show. The FTP's influence on American arts and culture during the New Deal era is evident in this playbill. The organization's commitment to preserving and promoting the arts, as well as providing employment opportunities, left a lasting impact on the performing arts industry and American heritage. This unknown artist's creation serves as a testament to the importance of the Federal Theatre Project and the legacy of Paul Lawrence Dunbar.
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