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Love on the Dole, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
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Love on the Dole, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Love on the Dole, Syracuse, NY, 1936. 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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Love on the Dole,
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a powerful and poignant play by Walter Greenwood, was brought to life in Syracuse, New York, in September 1936, through the Federal Theatre Project (FTP), an initiative of the United States Works Progress Administration (WPA). The FTP was established in 1935 to preserve and develop theater skills, re-employ theater workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to communities across the United States, many of whom had never before experienced such entertainment. This photo print, from the Library of Congress, showcases a poster advertising the production of "Love on the Dole" at the Syracuse Playhouse. The poster, featuring bold, red and cream lettering, is dominated by an image of two lovers in a tender embrace, their faces obscured by the folds of a coat, symbolizing the hidden nature of their love due to their poverty. The play's title, "Love on the Dole," is emblazoned in large, capital letters, with the subtitle, "A Play of the 30's," in smaller text below. The poster also promotes the involvement of the Brummitts Orchestra, adding an air of sophistication and excitement to the production. The playbill also includes information about the play's political undertones, highlighting its exploration of social class and poverty during the Great Depression. The use of Western script and the play's British origins are also evident in the poster's design. This evocative image serves as a reminder of the power of art and entertainment to bring communities together and provide a momentary escape from the harsh realities of the world. The Federal Theatre Project's production of "Love on the Dole" in Syracuse, New York, was just one of the many ways the New Deal's Works Progress Administration sought to uplift and engage Americans during the 1930s. This unknown photograph is a valuable piece of heritage art that captures the spirit of the time and the enduring power of live theater.
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