Personal Appearance 1, Peekskill, NY, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown

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Personal Appearance 1, Peekskill, NY, [1930s]. 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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Personal Appearance 1, Peekskill, NY, [1930s]: A Vintage Playbill from the Federal Theatre Project This vintage playbill advertises "Personal Appearance 1" at the Peekskill Playhouse in New York, during the 1930s. The Federal Theatre Project, an initiative of the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA), was established in 1935 to revive and cultivate theater skills, re-employ theater workers on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to communities across the United States, many of which had never experienced such art before. The playbill features a bold, Western Script typeface, with the title "Personal Appearance 1" written in capital letters, accompanied by Lawrence Riley's name in a smaller font below. The play is described as a comedy, with the tagline "An Emerging Concept in American Drama." The political undertones of the project are evident in the use of the term "American," highlighting the importance of homegrown art during a time of economic and social upheaval. The Federal Theatre Project was a significant part of the New Deal, a series of programs and projects initiated by the U.S. government to provide employment and stimulate economic recovery during the Great Depression. The project's impact on the performing arts in America was substantial, with theatres and playhouses across the country hosting a diverse range of productions, from classic plays to contemporary works. This playbill serves as a reminder of the emergence of the Federal Theatre Project and its role in the cultural and artistic landscape of the United States during the 1930s. It is a testament to the power of the arts to bring people together and provide a much-needed escape from the challenges of everyday life.

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