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Which theatre company did Elia Kazan join during the early 1930s?
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Elia Kazan
Elia Kazan on the set of Panic in the Streets, 1950.
During the early 1930s, Elia Kazan joined the Group Theatre in New York City.1
Founded in 1931, the company was known for its commitment to presenting American plays of social significance and for utilizing the Stanislavsky system of acting. During his time with the group, Kazan earned a reputation as a versatile performer, appearing in notable productions such as Clifford Odets's Waiting for Lefty and Golden Boy.21