The First Legion, San Francisco, 1936. Creator: Unknown

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The First Legion, San Francisco, 1936. Creator: Unknown

The First Legion, San Francisco, 1936. The First Legion by Emmet Lavery - Drama of the Jesuits - New York Smash Hit - First time here! All Star Federal Cast...Columbia Theatre'. 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 Cross Crosses Crucifix Cultural Event Federal Theatre Project Jesuit Jesuits New Deal Playbill Priest Priests Show Stage Show Works Progress Administration Graphic Design Playhouse Roman Catholicism

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases a cast of The First Legion, performing at the Columbia Theatre in San Francisco during 1936. The production, directed by Emmet Lavery, was a smash hit of the Federal Theatre Project, an initiative created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) 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 had the opportunity to experience such cultural events. The cast, composed of all-star male actors, is depicted here in their promotional attire, each holding a copy of the playbill. The Jesuits, a Roman Catholic religious order, are the central theme of this play, making the production a significant representation of the religious and cultural heritage of the United States during the 1930s. The text on the playbill announces the New York success of the show and its first-time presentation in San Francisco. The graphic design of the playbill is noteworthy for its striking use of color and lettering, which effectively conveys the excitement and allure of the production. The crosses and crucifixes, symbols of the Catholic faith, add a religious and symbolic element to the design. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of American theater during the New Deal era and the enduring impact of the Federal Theatre Project on the performing arts in the United States.

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