New Moon Theatre Program (Greek Theatre, Griffith Park)
Ephemera / Graphic Design (Theatre Program) • Illustration attributed to the graphic design studio/printer for Gene Mann Productions
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Commercial Illustration / Americana
Medium & Technique
Two-color offset lithography or letterpress on textured cardstock
Creation Period
1949
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 9 x 12 inches; Portrait booklet format
Subject Description
Vignette featuring a 18th-century style couple in period dress (royal blue uniforms and ballgown) standing before a tall ship, advertising the operetta 'The New Moon'.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; slight yellowing consistent with age
Estimated Market Value
$25 - $50 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $40 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles during the 1949 summer season; private collection.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of post-war theatrical promotion in Los Angeles; documents the early production history of the Greek Theatre under Gene Mann.
Notable Features
Distinctive textured 'pebble' finish paper and period-specific typography typical of late 1940s California leisure culture.
Condition Issues
Minor softening of corners, slight discoloration/foxing on the left edge, and staple oxidation (internal).
Conservation Recommendations
Store in an acid-free, archival-quality sleeve away from direct sunlight to prevent further paper degradation.