To the Ladies, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: Unknown

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To the Ladies, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: Unknown

To the Ladies, Los Angeles, 1938. The Satirical Comedy - "To the Ladies" - By George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly...Mason Opera House'. 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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is a captivating and historic playbill poster advertising the satirical comedy "To the Ladies" by George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly, presented at the Mason Opera House as part of the Federal Theatre Project. The Federal Theatre Project was established by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935 as an initiative to conserve 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 them. The poster showcases a vibrant and colorful design, with bold lettering that reads "To the Ladies" in large, cursive script, accompanied by the play's title in a more modern, sans-serif font below. The background features a stylized, abstract representation of a country scene, with a red, white, and blue color palette reminiscent of the American flag. The poster also includes the tagline "A Comedy by George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly," as well as the location and date of the performance. George S. Kaufman (1889-1961) was a renowned American playwright, director, and producer, known for his sharp wit and insightful social commentary. Marc Connelly (1890-1980) was an American playwright, screenwriter, and director, who collaborated with Kaufman on several successful productions. Together, they created a body of work that continues to be celebrated for its political and social relevance, as well as its entertainment value. This poster is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the American theater scene during the 1930s, and a reminder of the important role that the Federal Theatre Project played in preserving and promoting the arts during the New Deal era. It is a valuable historical artifact that speaks to the power of live performance to bring people together and provide a much-needed escape from the challenges of everyday life.

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