N E W D E A L N E T W O R K | |
June 30 | |
| 1939 | Federal Theatre Project is abolished. In the final performance of the FTP play Pinocchio, the puppet dies, rather than coming to life. Stagehands strike the set in full view of the audience, as actors place Pinocchio in a coffin labeled "Thus passed Pinocchio. Born December 23, 1935, died June 30, 1939. Killed by an Act of Congress." |