Life — December 13, 1917 — page 22: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page reviews theatrical productions and discusses challenges facing New York theater around the time of writing. The text critiques Socialist-themed plays like "The King," noting they appeal primarily to Socialist audiences rather than broader theater-goers. Several theatrical productions are reviewed, including "Art and Opportunity" (described as a weak comedy) and "The Star Gazer" with John Charles Thomas. The reviews note difficulty in attracting audiences to experimental or niche productions. The page also discusses financial struggles in theater, mentioning a French theater's reliance on its own drawing power and difficulties affording new taxes. References to Washington Square Players and various comedies suggest this covers the vibrant but economically precarious theatrical scene of early 20th-century New York.