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Pygmalion, Roslyn, NY, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
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Pygmalion, Roslyn, NY, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Pygmalion, Roslyn, 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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This photograph, titled "Pygmalion" and hailing from Roslyn, NY, in the 1930s, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural history of the Federal Theatre Project. Established by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1935, this initiative aimed to preserve and enhance the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and bring live theatrical performances to thousands of Americans who had previously never experienced such entertainment. The photograph features an intriguing playbill advertisement for a production of George Bernard Shaw's "Pygmalion." Shaw, a renowned English playwright, penned this classic play in 1913, which was later adapted into the popular film "My Fair Lady." The play, based on the Greek mythology tale of a sculptor who falls in love with his creation, was presented by the Federal Theatre Project at the Roslyn Playhouse. The poster showcases a striking design, with bold, green lettering and an ornate, vintage typeface. The title, "Pygmalion," is prominently displayed at the top, while the subtitle, "A Play in Five Acts by Bernard Shaw," is situated below. The play's production information is listed in the lower left corner, including the director, Clyde Fitch, and the company, Theatre of the Four Seasons. The photograph offers a fascinating look into the political and artistic climate of the 1930s in America, during the New Deal era, when the Federal Theatre Project played a significant role in providing employment opportunities and cultural enrichment for communities across the country.
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