Relatives, Los Angeles, 1937. Creator: Unknown

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Relatives, Los Angeles, 1937. Creator: Unknown

Relatives, Los Angeles, 1937. Federal Beaux Arts Theatre...Chas. [Charles] Gottesfeld's Comedy Satire "Relatives" (in Yiddish) - [Hebrew text] - Directed by Adolph Freeman...Federal Theatre Project - Div. of W.P.A.'. 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 Adolph Freeman Comedy Cultural Event Federal Theatre Project Freeman Adolph Hebrew New Deal Playbill Show Stage Show Works Progress Administration Yiddish Yiddish Theatre Graphic Design Parody Playhouse Satirical

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- A Satirical Comedy Performance at the Federal Beaux Arts Theatre, Los Angeles, 1937 This photograph showcases a playbill for the Yiddish production of "Relatives," directed by Adolph Freeman, at the Federal Beaux Arts Theatre in Los Angeles during 1937. The Federal Theatre Project, a division of the Works Progress Administration (WPA), created this initiative in 1935 to preserve 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 playbill, adorned with Hebrew text, announces the presentation of "Relatives," a comedy satire written by Chas. (Charles) Gottesfeld. The Federal Theatre Project's New Deal program aimed to provide cultural events and artistic opportunities during the Great Depression, and this production of "Relatives" is a testament to its success. The graphic design of the playbill is a visual representation of the era's political and artistic climate. The bold, colorful typography and intricate lettering convey the play's comedic and satirical nature. The image of the Federal Theatre Project logo, featuring a theatrical mask and the American flag, emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural heritage and promoting artistic expression during this period. This photograph serves as a significant reminder of the historical significance of the Federal Theatre Project and its role in American arts and culture during the 1930s. The production of "Relatives" in Los Angeles showcases the power of the arts to bring people together, entertain, and provide a much-needed escape from the challenges of the time.

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