The Emperor's New Clothes, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown

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The Emperor's New Clothes, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown

The Emperor's New Clothes, New York, [1930s]. 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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Adelphi Theatre Administration Works Progress Capital Letter Dressing English Text Federal Theatre Project Lower Case New Deal New York United States Of America Publicity Servant Servants Theatrical Turquoise Vanity Western Script Work Projects Administration Works Progress Administration Graphic Design Metaphor Playhouse

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph print, titled "The Emperor's New Clothes" from the 1930s, showcases a scene from a production by the Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the United States. Established in 1935, the Federal Theatre Project aimed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to thousands of Americans who had never before experienced this art form. The image depicts three men in various stages of dressing backstage at the Adelphi Theatre in New York City. The Emperor, dressed in royal attire, is being attended to by two servants. The turquoise and gold color palette, combined with the bold lettering in both upper and lower case, adds a sense of regality and grandeur to the scene. The use of Western script and the vintage aesthetic further emphasizes the historical and political context of the New Deal era. The title of the print, "The Emperor's New Clothes," is a metaphorical reference to a classic tale of vanity and deception. It serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that true value lies not in outward appearances but in the substance and intent of one's actions. This photograph print is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of American theater and the importance of the arts in providing employment opportunities during the Great Depression.

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