White Grease Paint on Black Performers: A Study of the Federal Theatre of 1935-1939 (American University Studies. Series IX, History, Vol 40)

By Glenda E. Gill

This theatre history work is an appraisal of the artistic and political impact of the Federal Theatre of The Great Depression on the careers of representative black actors. These include Canada Lee, Rex Ingram and Dooley Wilson. As an icebreaker, the Federal Theatre made it possible for black actors and audiences to enjoy benefits unknown previously: union protection, a theatre for the masses, a reduction of the stereotype, visibility that led to Broadway and to Hollywood, and an ensemble spirit. In spite of the tragedies of the WPA Project, there were significant triumphs.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0820406821
• ISBN13: 9780820406824
• Release Date: November 1988
• Publisher: Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der W
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 8.9"