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Alien corn by Sidney Howard. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of Alien Corn at the Mayan Theatre, showing a ship on the horizon and stalks of corn. Date 1938
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Alien Corn
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was a powerful and thought-provoking play written by Sidney Howard that was presented by the Federal Theatre Project at the Mayan Theatre in 1938. This iconic poster, featuring a haunting image of a ship on the horizon and stalks of corn, perfectly encapsulates the themes of progress, alienation, and the human condition explored in the production. Sidney Howard's "Alien Corn" was a groundbreaking work that tackled the complexities of rural life and the impact of industrialization on small communities. The play follows the story of a farmer named Silas, who is forced to sell his land to a large corporation in order to survive. As he watches his ancestral land being bulldozed to make way for progress, Silas is filled with a deep sense of loss and despair. The image on the poster reflects this sense of loss and alienation. The ship on the horizon represents the encroaching modern world, while the corn stalks symbolize the traditional way of life that is being left behind. The title "Alien Corn" refers to the genetically modified corn that the corporation is introducing to the area, which Silas and his community are forced to grow in place of their traditional crops. The Federal Theatre Project, a New Deal program designed to provide employment for actors, writers, and technicians during the Great Depression, presented "Alien Corn" as part of its mission to bring high-quality, affordable theatre to the American people. The Mayan Theatre, located in Los Angeles, was an ideal venue for the production due to its intimate size and unique architectural design, which perfectly complemented the play's themes of isolation and community. This poster, with its striking imagery and powerful message, serves as a testament to the enduring impact of "Alien Corn" and the Federal Theatre Project's commitment to promoting social and cultural progress through the arts.
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