It Can't Happen Here, 1936. Creator: Unknown

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It Can't Happen Here, 1936. Creator: Unknown

It Can't Happen Here, 1936. Federal Theatre...American Premiere - "It Can't Happen Here" by Sinclair Lewis...'. Play adapted from a dystopian political novel about the rise of a US dictator, by Sinclair Lewis. 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 Cultural Event Dictatorship Dystopian Fascism Federal Theatre Project Harry Sinclair Lewis Jack Moffitt John C John C Moffitt Lewis Harry Sinclair Lewis Sinclair Moffitt Moffitt Jack Moffitt John C New Deal Playbill Prophetic Show Sinclair Lewis Stage Show Tyranny Works Progress Administration Graphic Design Playhouse

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts the American Premiere of "It Can't Happen Here," a play adapted from Sinclair Lewis's dystopian political novel, at the Federal Theatre in the United States during the 1930s. The Federal Theatre Project, established by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935, aimed to conserve and develop theater skills, re-employ workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to thousands of Americans who had never experienced such entertainment before. The playbill for this cultural event, featuring the striking design by Jack Moffitt, announces the American premiere of "It Can't Happen Here," a prophetic work that explores the rise of a US dictator. Sinclair Lewis, the novel's author, was a prominent American writer whose works often tackled social and political issues. The text on the poster emphasizes the Federal Theatre's role in bringing this thought-provoking production to the public. The design of the poster is a testament to the artistic and cultural significance of the Federal Theatre Project during the New Deal era. The bold lettering and vibrant colors capture the attention of the viewer, while the image of the playhouse adds a sense of theatricality and excitement. This poster serves as a reminder of the important role that the arts and cultural institutions play in reflecting and shaping the social and political landscape of a nation. The unknown creator of this poster remains a mystery, but their work stands as a valuable piece of American heritage art, showcasing the power of the arts to provoke thought and inspire change.

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