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Attention Please, Mamaroneck, NY, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
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Attention Please, Mamaroneck, NY, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Attention Please, Mamaroneck, NY, [193-]. 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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Administration Works Progress Capital Letter English Text Federal Theatre Project High School Lower Case Musical New Deal Orange Orange Colour Playbill Revue School Typeface Western Script Works Progress Administration Playhouse
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Attention Please - Mamaroneck, NY [193-]
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is a captivating vintage poster created during the 1930s as part of the Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA). The project aimed to preserve and develop theater skills, re-employ theater workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to thousands of Americans who had never before experienced this art form. This intriguing poster, with its bold and striking design, was likely created for a production at a local high school or playhouse in Mamaroneck, New York, USA. The use of capital letters and the distinctive Western Script typeface in the title "Attention Please" adds a sense of urgency and excitement. The blue and orange colors, reminiscent of the American flag, evoke a sense of patriotism and national pride. The poster's design also features a musical note and a playbill, suggesting that the production may have been a musical revue or drama. The poster's political and artistic significance lies in its role as a testament to the New Deal era's commitment to arts education and the preservation of cultural heritage. This historic poster, now held in the Library of Congress, is a valuable piece of American history that showcases the Federal Theatre Project's impact on communities across the United States during the 1930s. Its vibrant colors and bold typography continue to capture the attention of viewers today, making it a cherished piece of vintage art and a reminder of the power of live theater to bring people together.
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