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Her Majesty the Widow 1, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
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Her Majesty the Widow 1, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty the Widow 1, 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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Adler Hans Administration Works Progress April Capital Letter Civic English Text Federal Theatre Project Hans Adler Majesty Month New Deal Paul Vulpius Playbill Publicity Typeface Vulpius Paul Western Script Widow Works Progress Administration
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Her Majesty the Widow 1: A Striking Poster from the Federal Theatre Project in Syracuse, New York, 1936 This poster, titled "Her Majesty the Widow 1," is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Federal Theatre Project (FTP), an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) established in 1935. The FTP aimed to conserve and develop theater skills, re-employ workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to thousands of Americans who had never before experienced this form of entertainment. The poster, featuring a regal widow in black, with a single rose in hand, is a visual representation of the playbill for an unidentified drama. The design is attributed to Hans Adler and Paul Vulpius, and is reminiscent of the Western Script typeface popular during the 1930s. The use of bold, capital letters and pink and black color scheme adds to the allure of the poster. The location of the performance is identified as Syracuse, New York, and the month of April is indicated, but the exact date and title of the play are unknown. The poster's intriguing design and mysterious title have left many wondering about the story it tells, adding to the intrigue and appeal of this vintage piece of American theater history. The Library of Congress holds this poster in its extensive collection, preserving it as a valuable piece of the country's cultural heritage. The FTP's impact on American theater and entertainment during the Great Depression era is undeniable, and this poster is a visual reminder of the political and artistic significance of this important chapter in American history.
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