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Help Yourself, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Help Yourself, [193-]. Two Big Events at the San Jose Civic Auditorium...Montgomery Theatre - "Help Yourself" - a Fast-Moving Comedy in 3 Acts by Paul Vulpius - A Federal Attraction - Div. W.P.A. - A Three-in-One Attraction...Dance featuring the Royal Commanders Orchestra...These Attractions Sponsored by the San Jose Night Ball Association and Recreation Commisson - Seats on Sale at Lion's Music Salon...'. 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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Adler Hans Administration Works Progress Comedy Cultural Event Farce Federal Theatre Project Fodor Ladislas Hans Adler Ladislas Fodor Ladislaus Lakatos Lakatos Ladislaus Lakatos Laszlo Laszlo Lakatos New Deal Paul Vulpius Playbill Show Stage Show Vulpius Paul Work Projects Administration Works Progress Administration
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This print advertises two exciting events taking place at the San Jose Civic Auditorium during the 1930s. The first attraction is the comedy play "Help Yourself" by Paul Vulpius, presented by the Federal Theatre Project (FTP), an initiative of the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The FTP was established in 1935 to conserve and develop theater skills, re-employ workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to communities across the United States, many of which had never experienced such entertainment before. The play "Help Yourself" is described as a fast-moving comedy in three acts and is a Federal Attraction, indicating its sponsorship by the WPA. The poster also announces a dance featuring the Royal Commanders Orchestra, making this a three-in-one attraction. These events were sponsored by the San Jose Night Ball Association and Recreation Commission. The design of the poster is a beautiful example of graphic art from the era, featuring bold text, striking colors, and a clear, easy-to-read layout. The lettering is by Ladislas Fodor or one of the Lakatos brothers (Laszlo, Ladislaus, or Lakatos), renowned graphic designers of the time. The poster's vibrant colors and dynamic composition effectively convey the excitement and energy of the upcoming performances. This poster is an important piece of American cultural heritage, showcasing the rich history of the performing arts during the New Deal era and the efforts to make theater accessible to a wider audience.
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