Curatorial Narrative In 1936, Anthony Velonis created “The W.P.A. Federal Theatre Negro Unit presents Macbeth by William Shakespeare,” a masterpiece that embodies the Art Deco style’s opulence and modernity. This artwork’s historical significance lies in its representation of the Federal Theatre Project’s commitment to promoting African American culture during the Great Depression. Velonis’ technique, characterized by bold red, black, and white hues, generates a visual tension that resonates with the play’s dramatic intensity. The artist’s architectural subject matter, rendered in a Modernist idiom, creates a spatial rhythm that propels the viewer into the world of Shakespeare’s tragic hero.When enlarged to 44×69 inches, this edition’s chromatic structure assumes an imposing presence, its red accents evoking the fiery passion and drama of Macbeth’s narrative. The black and white palette, reminiscent of architectural renderings, imbu