Beyond the Horizon, Holyoke, [193-]. Creator: Unknown

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Beyond the Horizon, Holyoke, [193-]. Creator: Unknown

Beyond the Horizon, Holyoke, [193-]. American Legion Post #25, Lawrence School...Beyond the Horizon - A Stirring 3 Act Drama of Rural Life by Eugene O'Neill - Staged by William Dashiell'. 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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Beyond the Horizon" - A Stirring 3 Act Drama of Rural Life: A Captivating Snapshot of the Federal Theatre Project in 1930s America This evocative photograph captures the essence of a theatrical production of Eugene O'Neill's "Beyond the Horizon" by the American Legion Post #25 at Lawrence School, staged by William Dashiell, during the Federal Theatre Project (FTP) in the 1930s. The FTP, established in 1935 as part of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA), 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 image showcases the rustic charm of rural life, as depicted in O'Neill's play, with the cast donning authentic bib overalls and dungarees. The playbill's graphic design, featuring a colorful, rural scene, is reminiscent of the regionalism movement, which celebrated the unique aspects of American life. The text, with its bold, lettering, conveys the political and cultural significance of the event, which was part of the New Deal's efforts to uplift communities during the Great Depression. This photograph is a testament to the power of the arts to bring people together and transport them beyond their daily struggles, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of American history. The FTP's impact on the performing arts and the lives of countless individuals is a lasting legacy of the New Deal era.

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