Within These Walls, Chicago, 1937. Creator: Unknown

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Within These Walls, Chicago, 1937. Creator: Unknown

Within These Walls, Chicago, 1937. Blackstone [Theatre]...Within these Walls - by Marcus Bach - Two Weeks Only - Director Key Ewing - Assistant Director Sidney Blackstone'. 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 Gate New Deal Playbill Show Stage Show Way In Works Progress Administration Graphic Design Playhouse

EDITORS COMMENTS
a powerful play by Marcus Bach, was performed at the Blackstone Theatre in Chicago during the winter of 1937. This photograph is a rare surviving relic of the production's promotional materials, showcasing the playbill's intricate design. The Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA), brought theatre to thousands of Americans who had never before experienced live performances. The Blackstone Theatre, a cultural beacon of the 1930s, was the setting for this thought-provoking production. Directed by Key Ewing and assistant-directed by Sidney Blackstone, "Within These Walls" was a two-week-only event that drew crowds eager for enlightenment and entertainment. The playbill's graphic design is a testament to the era's artistic heritage. The bold, colorful text invites the audience to "Way In" and witness the drama unfold on stage. The image of a gate adorned with crosses and a crucifix adds a religious undertone, hinting at the play's potential themes. The Federal Theatre Project, a significant component of the New Deal, aimed to conserve and develop theatre workers, re-employing them on public relief. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the project's mission and its impact on American culture during the 20th century. As you gaze upon this playbill, imagine the anticipation and excitement that filled the Blackstone Theatre during those two weeks in 1937. "Within These Walls" was more than just a play; it was a cultural event that brought people together, offering them a moment of respite from the challenges of the Great Depression. This photograph is a precious piece of American history, a reminder of the power of art to inspire, educate, and unite.

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