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Professor Mamlock, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: Unknown
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Professor Mamlock, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Professor Mamlock, Los Angeles, 1938. Figueroa Playhouse - Limited Engagement - 3 Days Only - The Federal Theatre Yiddish Unit in "Professor Mamlock" - Friedrich Wolf's Sensational Social Drama - Directed by Adolph Freeman - Concert Orchestra - [Hebrew text]...'. 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 captures the essence of a bygone era, as it showcases a playbill for a limited engagement of the Federal Theatre Yiddish Unit's production of "Professor Mamlock" at the Figueroa Playhouse in Los Angeles, California, in 1938. The Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA), was established in 1935 to preserve and develop theater skills, re-employ theater workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to communities across the United States, many of which had never experienced such cultural events before. Directed by Adolph Freeman, this production of Friedrich Wolf's "Professor Mamlock" was part of the WPA's New Deal efforts to provide employment opportunities and promote arts and culture during the Great Depression. The playbill's vibrant design showcases the production's title in bold, Hebrew text, accompanied by an image of a concert orchestra, and the announcement of a three-day engagement. The Federal Theatre Project, which operated from 1935 to 1939, played a significant role in the cultural and political landscape of the United States during the 1930s. Its productions, including this one, provided a platform for diverse voices and perspectives, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the country and fostering a sense of community and unity during a challenging time in American history. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the power of the arts to bring people together, to entertain, and to inspire, and the important role that government initiatives can play in supporting and promoting cultural events for all.
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