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Help Yourself, Yonkers, NY, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
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Help Yourself, Yonkers, NY, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Help Yourself, Yonkers, 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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Adler Hans Administration Works Progress Capital Letter Comedy Cream Cream Colour English Text Farce Federal Theatre Project Hans Adler New Deal Paul Vulpius Playbill Typeface Vulpius Paul Warburton Theatre Western Script Works Progress Administration Playhouse
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Help Yourself, Yonkers, NY [193-]: A Vintage Poster from the Federal Theatre Project This poster invites audiences to "Help Yourself" to an evening of comedy and drama at the Warburton Theatre in Yonkers, New York. The poster, created during the 1930s as part of the Federal Theatre Project, was an initiative of the United States Work Progress Administration (WPA) designed 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 them. The poster features bold, colorful lettering in a Western script, with the title "Help Yourself" in cream-colored capital letters at the top, and the subtitle "A Farce in Three Acts by Paul Vulpius" in red below. The play, presented by the Federal Theatre Project, was likely intended to provide entertainment and relief during the Great Depression. The poster's design is reminiscent of the political and artistic climate of the era, with its use of strong typefaces and bold colors. The poster's creator is unknown, but it is a testament to the rich heritage of American performing arts and the New Deal programs that supported them during a time of great need. This vintage poster is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the cultural and historical context of the 1930s and the Federal Theatre Project's mission to bring the arts to the masses. Whether you're an art historian, a theater enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of vintage design, this poster is sure to captivate and inspire.
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