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Tons of Money, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
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Tons of Money, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Tons of Money, 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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- A Playbill from the Federal Theatre Project's Production at Trinity Methodist Church, Bronx, New York, [1930s] This playbill announces the Federal Theatre Project's production of "Tons of Money," a comedy-farce staged at Trinity Methodist Church in the Bronx, New York, during the 1930s. The Federal Theatre Project, established in 1935 as part of the New Deal's Works Progress Administration, aimed to preserve and develop theater skills, re-employ unemployed theater workers, and bring live performances to communities across the United States. The playbill's design is simple yet striking, with bold, red and blue lettering against a white background. The title, "Tons of Money," is written in large, capital letters, with the subtitle, "A Farce in Three Acts," in smaller text below. The play's creators, Archibald Thomas Pechey and Arthur Valentine, are listed at the bottom, along with the production's location and dates. The image of a pile of money in the top left corner, with dollar bills cascading down like a waterfall, adds to the play's comedic theme. The play's religious setting is suggested by the use of the Trinity Methodist Church as the production venue, and the play's title may be a reference to the biblical parable of the rich man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31). This playbill is a valuable piece of American heritage art, showcasing the Federal Theatre Project's mission to bring affordable, quality entertainment to communities during a time of economic hardship. The use of a simple yet effective design and the incorporation of local religious institutions demonstrates the project's commitment to engaging with and reflecting the diverse cultural landscape of the United States.
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