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Elmer L Rice Collection

Elmer L. Rice was a prolific American playwright and author, known for his groundbreaking works in the early 20th century

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Judgment Day, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: Unknown

Judgment Day, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Judgment Day, Los Angeles, 1938. "Judgment Day" by Elmer Rice...Mayan Theatre'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the US Works Progress Administration in 1935

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Judgment Day, Los Angeles, [193-]. Creator: Unknown

Judgment Day, Los Angeles, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Judgment Day, Los Angeles, [193-]. Hollywood Playhouse - Elmer Rice's "Judgment Day"...Work Progress Administration'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Counsellor at Law, [193-]. Creator: Unknown

Counsellor at Law, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Counsellor at Law, [193-]. "Counsellor at Law" by Elmer Rice'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Street Scene 2, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown

Street Scene 2, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Street Scene 2, 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

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Street Scene 1, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown

Street Scene 1, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Street Scene 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

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Street Scene, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown

Street Scene, Syracuse, NY, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Street Scene, 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

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Judgment Day, San Francisco, 1938. Creator: Unknown

Judgment Day, San Francisco, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Judgment Day, San Francisco, 1938. The Play You Have Been Waiting For: "Judgment Day" by Elmer Rice - 2 weeks only...Alcazar - A Federal Theatre Production, Div. of W.P.A.'

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Judgment Day, San Diego, 1938. Creator: Unknown

Judgment Day, San Diego, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Judgment Day, San Diego, 1938. You Must See It! - The Federal Theatre Presents - the Most Talked of Play of This Season! "Judgment Day" by Elmer Rice...Savoy Theatre...Division of

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Counsellor at Law, San Diego, 1938. Creator: Unknown

Counsellor at Law, San Diego, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Counsellor at Law, San Diego, 1938. Mr. George Barnes in "Counsellor at Law" by Elmer Rice - Savoy [Theatre]'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Counsellor at Law, Salem, MA, 1938. Creator: Unknown

Counsellor at Law, Salem, MA, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Counsellor at Law, Salem, MA, 1938. Empire Theatre - Salem - Home of the Spoken Drama - "Counsellor at Law" - A Powerful Play by Elmer Rice'

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: The Left Bank, Holyoke, MA, 1938. Creator: Unknown

The Left Bank, Holyoke, MA, 1938. Creator: Unknown
The Left Bank, Holyoke, MA, 1938. Mt. Park Casino...Elmer Rice's Brilliant Comedy - A Gorgeous Satire of Modern Life - "The Left Bank"'

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: The Adding Machine, Denver, 1938. Creator: Unknown

The Adding Machine, Denver, 1938. Creator: Unknown
The Adding Machine, Denver, 1938. Baker Federal Theatre..."The Adding Machine" - by Elmer L. Rice'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: See Naples and Die, Chicago, 1937. Creator: Unknown

See Naples and Die, Chicago, 1937. Creator: Unknown
See Naples and Die, Chicago, 1937. Blackstone Theatre...Now Playing - See Naples and Die - By Elmer Rice - A Sophisticated Comedy - The Pazzia [Madness] Starts at 8.30 Every Evening...Gala New

Background imageElmer L Rice Collection: Judgment Day, San Diego, 1938. Creator: Unknown

Judgment Day, San Diego, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Judgment Day, San Diego, 1938. Play by Elmer Rice. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935


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Elmer L. Rice was a prolific American playwright and author, known for his groundbreaking works in the early 20th century. Born in New York City in 1892, Rice began his career as a journalist before transitioning to playwriting. His most famous work, "The Adding Machine," premiered on Broadway in 1923 and is considered a classic of expressionist theatre. The play explores themes of dehumanization and the impact of technology on society. Rice's writing style was characterized by its sharp wit, social commentary, and innovative storytelling techniques. He often tackled controversial subjects such as racism, sexism, and class inequality. Throughout his career, Rice received numerous awards for his contributions to American theatre, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1929 for his play "Street Scene." Despite facing criticism from some quarters for his provocative subject matter, Elmer L. Rice remained dedicated to pushing boundaries and challenging societal norms through his art. Today, Elmer L. Rice's legacy lives on through his timeless plays that continue to be performed around the world. His work serves as a reminder of the power of theatre to provoke thought and inspire change.