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Awake and Sing, New York, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Awake and Sing, New York, 1938. 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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Awake and Sing, New York, 1938: A Powerful Drama of the Depression Era This poster promotes a production of Clifford Odets' play "Awake and Sing," presented at Daly's Theatre in New York City during the 1930s. The Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the Works Progress Administration (WPA), brought live theatre to thousands of Americans who had never before experienced it. The poster's design is a testament to the era's graphic design sensibilities. The central image features a determined, clenched fist against a cream background, with the play's title in bold, capitalized letters in Western script. The use of black and cream colors adds depth and contrast. The poster's text, written in English, highlights the play's political and social relevance, inviting audiences to engage with the drama of the Depression era. The play, set in a Jewish community in New York, explores themes of poverty, hope, and the human spirit. The poster's design is a powerful reminder of the Federal Theatre Project's role in preserving and developing the skills of theatre workers during the New Deal era. It also showcases the rich cultural heritage of American theatre, with its diverse cast and themes reflecting the complexities of American life in the 1930s. This poster, from the Library of Congress, is a valuable piece of American heritage art, capturing the spirit of a time when live theatre brought communities together and offered a momentary escape from the challenges of the Depression.
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