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6th Performing Arts Show of Latino/a Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Artists
Collection: Ephemera Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Drag, Latino/a/x LGBTQ+ people, LGBTQ+ events, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: Al Lujan, Alexis Miranda, Daniel Flores, DramaDIVAS, Frank Aviles, Hank Tavera, Jesse Saenz, José Sarria, Karla Rosales, LLEGÓ California, Mario Huerta, Michael Sifuentes, Mr. Gay Latino, Pro Latino Folklorico Dance Company, Ronald Aguilera, Teresita-La Campesina, Virginia Velez Description: A poster for the 6th Performing Arts Show of Latino/a Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Artists presented by LLEGÓ California. Features a photo of José Julia Sorria. -
"A bit of old San Francisco” Best Wishes.
Collection: Ephemera Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: 1972 Topics: Drag, LGBTQ+ bars, LGBTQ+ events, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: Black Cat Bar, José Sarria, Nightingale of Montgomery Street Description: Artwork of Jose Sarria described as the "Nightingale of Montgomery Street." Text next to the image reads: "'A bit of old San Francisco' Best Wishes." -
A Boom at the Dime
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1891 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: Dockstader's Colored Minstrel Troupe, Ethiopian, Ninth and Arch Dime Museum, William Campbell Description: Article in The Philadelphia Inquirer discussing Black female impersonators. -
A Chinese Actor
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Evening News Date: 1891 Topics: Bail, Defense (Civil procedure), Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: C.D. Wright, Chinese People, Ga Bing, J.D. Edson Description: Article in the Evening News about Ga Bing who was arrested for not fulfilling his contract and getting paid in advance. -
A Chinese Actor
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1899 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Fon Chong Mai, Son Fong Quon Description: Article published in the West Bay City Times about a performance by Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese actor and female impersonator. -
A Chinese Play
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Jun. 22, 1889 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Moo Sung Lee, Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing, Yaka Wing Description: Article published in The St. Louis Republic about a performance by Taka Wing, "the great female impersonator of China". -
A Chinese Riot
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1893 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Chinese People, Don Bow, Tow Dong Chue Description: Article published in the Morning Oregonian about a large fight that occurred in a Chinese theater and the arrest of Tow Dong Chue and Don Bow (a Chinese female impersonator). -
A Chinese Theater
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Jan. 1, 1890 Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Chinese People, Mr. Ah Gian Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to the use of racist language. -
A Collection of Clippings Featuring Marlow Monique Dickson
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1950-2000) Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A collection of clippings featuring Marlow Monique Dickson. The clippings include different advertisements for her shows. -
A Comedy of Murder
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1889 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Chinese Theatrical Company, Taka Wing, Two Unfortunate Maidens Description: Article published in The New York Herald about a performance by Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator. -
"A Dark Conspiracy" in Chinese
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1889 Topics: Chinese drama, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: A Dark Conspiracy, Asian people, Chinese People, Koong Ming, Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing Description: This item is an article published in the New York Herald reporting on the performance of "A Dark Conspiracy" featuring Taka Wing, a female impersonator. -
A Good Variety Show
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1895 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Bon Ton Vaudevilles, Gus Mills Description: Article in the Worcester Daily Spy discussing Gus Mills, a Black female impersonator. -
A Noted Actress Ill and In Want
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Aug. 16, 1905 Topics: LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: A Female Drummer, Johnstone Bennett Description: An article about Johnstone Bennet, published in the August 16, 1905 issue of the "San Francisco Chronicle." -
A Photograph of a Cabaret Performer (no. 109)
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Duncan, Kenn Date: 1973 Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.), Theaters--Puerto Rico, Transfeminine people Subject: Latino/a/x people, Puerto Rico Cabaret Description: A photograph of a cabaret performer in a black tutu, dancing onstage at Puerto Rico Cabaret. -
A Photograph of a Cabaret Performer (no. 128)
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Duncan, Kenn Date: 1973 Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.), Theaters--Puerto Rico, Transfeminine people Subject: Hispanic People, Latino/a/x people, Puerto Rican people, Puerto Rico Cabaret Description: A photograph of a cabaret performer with a floral bodysuit and feather boa, onstage at Puerto Rico Cabaret. -
A Photograph of a Cabaret Performer (no. 131)
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Duncan, Kenn Date: 1973 Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.), Theaters--Puerto Rico, Transfeminine people Subject: Hispanic People, Latino/a/x people, Puerto Rican people, Puerto Rico Cabaret Description: A photograph of a cabaret performer posed in profile, onstage at Puerto Rico Cabaret. -
A Photograph of a Cabaret Performer (no. 36)
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Duncan, Kenn Date: Jan. 21, 1973 Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.), Theaters--Puerto Rico, Transfeminine people Subject: Hispanic People, Latino/a/x people, Puerto Rican people, Puerto Rico Cabaret Description: A photograph of a cabaret performer wearing a feathered gown, onstage at Puerto Rico Cabaret. -
A Photograph of a Cabaret Performer (no. 80)
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Duncan, Kenn Date: Jan. 21, 1973 Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.), Theaters--Puerto Rico, Transfeminine people Subject: Hispanic People, Latino/a/x people, Puerto Rican people, Puerto Rico Cabaret Description: A photograph of a cabaret performer wearing a halter dress, onstage at Puerto Rico Cabaret. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Holding a Microphone
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A black and white photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson wearing a feathered showgirl outfit, holding a microphone. She is standing in front of a sign partially obscuring the text; the visible portio... -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson in a Large, Feather Headpiece
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson wearing a formal gown with an elaborate feather headpiece. She is being escorted by another person who is wearing a black suit. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Performing on Stage
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A black and white photo of Marlow Monique Dickson posing with her arms outstretched in a feathered showgirl costume. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing Behind a Feather Fan
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing behind a large, feathered fan while red stage light shines on her. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing Behind a Feather Fan
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing behind a large, white, feathered fan with her stage name, "Marlow La Fantastique" on it. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing in a Feathered and Beaded Outfit
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in a pink and silver showgirl outfit with feathers and beaded details. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing in a Long Dress and Textured Coat
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in a long dress and textured coat. A thumbnail of her posing in a different outfit in the same setting is visible in the upper right corner. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing in a Metallic Sequined Dress
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A black and white photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in a metallic sequined dress and heels in front of an open curtain. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing in a Sparkly Bikini
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A black and white photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in a sparkly two-piece bikini. She is standing with her body facing the wall, while she looks back at the camera over her shoulder, hol... -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing in Front of a "Marlow La Fantastic" Sign
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in front of a sign that reads, "Marlow La Fantastic." The stage features red and white props with feather and sequin details. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing in Front of Chez Nous
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Chez Nous, Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson in front of Chez Nous, a "Travestietheater" in Berlin. She is wearing a black and white striped dress, pointing to her headshot in the display case. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing with a Lit Candle
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing behind a lit candle. She is wearing a two-piece lingerie set with cutouts. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing with a White Feather Boa
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing with her back to the camera, smiling over her shoulder with a white feather boa raised behind her. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing with Feather Fans
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in an elaborately sequined dress, holding large feather fans. -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Posing with Other Performers
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson posing with other performers. The performers depicted are all wearing colourful outfits with feather and sequin details and intricate headpieces. Dickson is s... -
A Photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson Wearing a Miss Chicago Sash
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag community, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Crystal LaBeija, Marlow Monique Dickson, The Queen (Film) Description: A black and white photograph of Marlow Monique Dickson, wearing a Miss Chicago sash, and Crystal LaBeija. A small newspaper clipping about the documentary The Queen (1968), in which Dickson and LaB... -
A Photograph of Mei Lanfang
Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930 Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese Subject: Mei Lanfang Description: Photograph of Mei Lanfang, a Chinese female impersonator. -
A Photograph of Mei Lanfang Holding a Sword
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A Photograph of Mei Lanfang Wearing a Headdress
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A Photograph of Mei Lanfang with Two Unknown People
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A Photograph of Stormé DeLarverie Surrounded by Three Female Impersonators
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Date: 1958 Topics: Black lesbians, Drag kings, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfeminine people, Transmasculine people Subject: Jewel Box Revue, Roberts Show Club, Stormé DeLarverie Description: A photograph of Stormé DeLarverie (center), surrounded by three female impersonators at Roberts Show Club in Chicago, Illinois. -
A Photograph of Three Cabaret Performers (no. 127)
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Duncan, Kenn Date: 1973 Topics: Crossdressing, Dancers, LGBTQ+ theater, Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.), QTPOC, Theaters--Puerto Rico Subject: Hispanic People, Latino/a/x people, Puerto Rican people, Puerto Rico Cabaret Description: A photograph of three cabaret performers onstage at Puerto Rico Cabaret. -
A Poster featuring "Marlow La Fantastic"
Collection: Ephemera Institution: OUTWORDS Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A poster advertising "Marlow La Fantastic," "London, Paris, New York." The center of the poster features a black and white photo of Marlow Monique Dickson posing in her Josephine Baker-inspired ban... -
A Poster of Holly Woodlawn
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Date: circa 1960 to circa 1979 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Holly Woodlawn, Trude Heller's Description: Poster advertising Holly Woodlawn's appearances at Trude Heller's club in Greenwich Village. -
A Promotional Photograph of Aaron Bateley and Holly Woodlawn for "The Ritz"
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Swope, Martha Date: circa Apr. 1983 Topics: BIPOC, Black LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ people of color, LGBTQ+ plays, LGBTQ+ theater, Puerto Ricans Subject: Holly Woodlawn, The Ritz Description: A promotional photograph of Aaron Bateley and Holly Woodlawn for the Off-Broadway production of the play "The Ritz." -
A Promotional Photograph of Cal Culver and Holly Woodlawn for "The Ritz"
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Swope, Martha Date: circa Apr. 1983 Topics: BIPOC, Hispanic LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ people of color, LGBTQ+ plays, LGBTQ+ theater, Puerto Ricans, QTPOC, Transgender people of color Subject: Holly Woodlawn, The Ritz Description: A promotional photograph of Cal Culver and Holly Woodlawn for the Off-Broadway production of the play "The Ritz." -
A Promotional Photograph of Holly Woodlawn for "The Ritz"
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Swope, Martha Date: circa Apr. 1983 Topics: BIPOC, Hispanic LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ people of color, LGBTQ+ plays, LGBTQ+ theater, Puerto Ricans, QTPOC, Transgender people of color Subject: Holly Woodlawn, The Ritz Description: A promotional photograph of Sal Vituggio and Holly Woodlawn for the Off-Broadway production of the play "The Ritz." -
A Promotional Photograph of Holly Woodlawn for "The Ritz"
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Swope, Martha Date: Apr. 1983 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ plays, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC Subject: Holly Woodlawn, The Ritz Description: A promotional photograph for "The Ritz" featuring Holly Woodlawn in costume. -
A Promotional Photograph of Jeff Werner and Holly Woodlawn for "The Ritz"
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Swope, Martha Date: Apr. 1983 Topics: BIPOC, Hispanic LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ people of color, LGBTQ+ plays, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transgender people of color Subject: Holly Woodlawn, The Ritz Description: A promotional photograph for "The Ritz" of Holly Woodlawn in costume standing next to actor Jeff Werner who is also in costume. -
A Promotional Photograph of Sal Vituggio, Aaron Bateley and Holly Woodlawn for "The Ritz"
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Swope, Martha Date: circa Apr. 1983 Topics: BIPOC, Black LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic LGBTQ+ people, Hispanic transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ people of color, LGBTQ+ plays, LGBTQ+ theater, Puerto Ricans, QTPOC, Transgender people of color Subject: Holly Woodlawn, The Ritz Description: A promotional photograph of Sal Vituggio, Aaron Bateley and Holly Woodlawnfor the Off-Broadway production of the play "The Ritz." -
A Transvestite Tangles Tongues: An Interview with Sandy Day
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1950-2000) Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: GAY Magazine Date: Unknown Topics: Female impersonators, Gender affirming surgery, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfemininity Subject: Sandy Day Description: "A Transvestite Tangles Tongues: An Interview with Sandy Day" from GAY Magazine Vol. 4 No. 06. There is an interview with performer Sandy Day about her gender affirming procedures, plan to get bott... -
A Vivid Picture of a Great Actor Harassed by Century Old Traditions
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Nov. 2, 1898 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Fon Chong Mai Description: Article published in the New York Herald about Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese female impersonator; includes illustrations. -
ACADEMY OF MUSIC.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Nov. 15, 1874 Topics: LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Academy of Music, Ella Wesner Description: A clipping from "The Chicago Daily Tribune" titled: "ACADEMY OF MUSIC," discussing Ella Wesner's performance at the Academy of Music. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
Aftermath of a Musical Fete
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Randolph, Oliver Date: Jul. 1, 1911 Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Andrew Tribble Description: An article in The Twin City Star mentioning Andrew Tribble, a renown female impersonator. -
Al Reeves’ Music Hall.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Sep. 11, 1900 Topics: Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Al Reeves' Music Hall, Florence Hines, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle Description: A clipping from "The Brooklyn Daily Eagle" titled: "Al Reeves' Music Hall," mentioning a performance Florence Hines took part in. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
Alison Laing and Emily Sheldon Perform at Fantasia Fair
Collection: Alison Laing's Photographs Institution: Joseph A. Labadie Collection, University of Michigan Creator: Date: circa 1975 to circa 1999 Topics: Costume, Crossdressers, Crossdressing, LGBTQ+ events, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Alison Laing, Emily Sheldon, Fantasia Fair Description: An unidentified woman (left), Emily Sheldon (center), and Alison Laing (right) performing at Fantasia Fair. Undated. -
Alison Laing and Lynnette Perform at Fantasia Fair Follies
Collection: Alison Laing's Photographs Institution: Joseph A. Labadie Collection, University of Michigan Creator: Date: 1990 Topics: Crossdressers, Crossdressing, LGBTQ+ events, LGBTQ+ theater, Singing Subject: Alison Laing, Fantasia Fair, Fantasia Fair Follies, Lynnette Description: Alison Laing (left) and Lynnette (right) sing together at Fantasia Fair Follies. Undated. -
Alison Laing and Unidentified Woman Onstage
Collection: Alison Laing's Photographs Institution: Joseph A. Labadie Collection, University of Michigan Creator: Date: circa 1975 to circa 1999 Topics: Cowgirls, Crossdressers, Crossdressing, LGBTQ+ events, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Alison Laing Description: Alison Laing (left) and unidentified woman (right), dressed as cowgirls, perform onstage. Undated. -
Alison Laing with a Guitar
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Allen's Minstrel Show motto...
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Mar. 29, 1912 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: Allen's Minstrels Description: Article in the Pascagoula Democrat-Star about a show featuring a Black female impersonator. -
Allen's Minstrels
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Jenkins, P.L. Date: 1909 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: Allen's Minstrels, C. Adam LaRose, Musician, Salome Dance Description: Article in The Freeman discussing C. Adam LaRose, a Black female impersonator and musician. -
Amateur Minstrels Score Great Success
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1906 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: Macon Minstrels, Mr. Kelly Description: Article in the Macon Daily Telegraph mentioning Mr. Kelly, a Black female impersonator. -
Among Stage People
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Dec. 2, 1899 Topics: BIPOC, Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Vaudeville Subject: Florence Hines Description: An article in The Colored American mentioning Florence Hines, a Black male impersonator. -
Among the Negro Performers
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Nov. 10, 1900 Topics: BIPOC, Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Minstrel shows Subject: Black Sensation Company, Florence Hines Description: Content Warning: This item contains potentially sensitive content related to racist language. -
Amusement Notes
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Jul. 30, 1907 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: Gibson Girl, Julian Eltinge, Maxine Elliott, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle Description: A clipping from "The Brooklyn Daily Eagle" titled: "Amusement Notes," detailing Julian Eltinge's acting experience. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
AMUSEMENTS.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Jan. 19, 1892 Topics: Black people, LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Florence Hines, The St. Paul Globe Description: A clipping from "The Saint Paul Globe" titled: "AMUSEMENTS," discussing a performance by Florence Hines. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
Amusements
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1899 Topics: LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Minstrel shows Subject: Al. G. Fields Minstrels, Dallas Opera House Description: Article in the Dallas Morning News mentioning Black female impersonator. -
Amusements
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Oct. 31, 1896 Topics: BIPOC, Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators Subject: Florence Hines Description: Content Warning: This item contains potentially sensitive content related to racist language. -
An Amalgamationist in Limbo for the Second Time
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Mar. 9, 1842 Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Peter Sewally Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to the use of racist language. -
AN APPEAL FOR AN OLD TIMER.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: De Lulsi, Louise Date: 1911 to Jul. 22, 1912 Topics: Family members, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Ella Wesner, Mary Wesner, Orpheum Theater, The New York Clipper Description: A clipping from "The New York Clipper" titled: "AN APPEAL FOR AN OLD TIMER," discussing Ella Wesner and her sister Mary Wesner. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
An Evening in Copenhagen with Rae Bourbon (UTC 1)
Collection: Ephemera Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Description: Two page program with writing " 'A bit of old San Francisco' best wishes" on the left, a photo of a person in a dress, with words underneath: "José, Nightingale Montgomery Street." -
An Intimate Circle of Friends
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1950-2000) Institution: Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections Creator: Moody, Linda Date: Oct. 13, 1984 Topics: Crossdressing, Lesbian artists, Lesbians, LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ archives, LGBTQ+ theater, Sexism Subject: Addie Manning, Anne Whitney, Boston Area Lesbian and Gay History Project, Charles Dickens, Charlotte Cushman, Edwin Booth, Eliza Cook, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Gay Community News, Hamlet, Harriet Hosmer, Janet Kahn, Macbeth, Matilda Hays, Oliver Twist, Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare Description: This article details the life and history of Charlotte Cushman and her circle of friends, many of whom were lesbians and engaged in crossdressing. There are several small typos in the article; Cush... -
an intimate view of grand opera as seen by Ray Bourbon: ONE ON THE AISLE (UTC 6)
Collection: Ephemera Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: Rae Bourbon, Ray Bourbon Description: Album vinyl cover (front and back) of Ray Bourbon's album "One On The Aisle" Includes several images of Rae in different costumes -
An Unusual Gathering — Even for New York City
Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Greater New York Gender Alliance Date: Feb. 1, 1994 Topics: Crossdressers, Drag community, Fund raising, LGBTQ+ communities, LGBTQ+ community centers, LGBTQ+ events, LGBTQ+ theater, Transgender people, Transsexual people Subject: Dee Dee Ann Summers, Gender Identity Project, Imperial Court of New York, Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center, Lynn E. Walker, Monica Ann Pedone, Moonlight in Manhattan NYC, S. Kristine James, The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center (The Center) Description: A press release from the Greater New York Gender Alliance for the "Moonlight in Manhattan" fundraising event from February 1, 1994. -
Andrew Tribble Skipped with Money
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1916 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Vaudeville Subject: Andrew Tribble, Fairyland Theater Description: Article published in The Freeman about Andrew Tribble, a Black female impersonator, being wanted for theft. -
Announcements
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Apr. 14, 1889 Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: Billy Gauze Description: An article in the Omaha Daily Bee mentioning Billy Gauze, a female impersonator of color. -
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 WAYS: cruising with Rae Bourbon (UTC 8)
Collection: Ephemera Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes Description: Front and back vinyl cover of Rae Bourbon's "Around the World in 80 Days" -
At the Devils Ball
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At the Post and Will Win By More than a Head! Who? Miss Florence Hines
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Jan. 7, 1891 Topics: Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Florence Hines, The New York Clipper Description: A clipping from "The New York Clipper" titled: "At the Post and Will Win By More than a Head! Who? Miss Florence Hines," advertising a performance by Florence Hines. This item was contributed to DT... -
At the Theatres: The Blacks by Jean Genet
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1950-2000) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Jul. 13, 1961 Topics: Actors, Black, LGBTQ+ theater, Transvestites Subject: Jean Genet Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to racist language. -
Augustus Stevens. Female impersonator.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Woodbine Date: 1901 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: A. G. Allen's Minstrels, A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, Augustus Stevens, Papinta Description: Article in The Freeman mentioning Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator. -
Augustus Stevens writes from Allen's New Orleans Minstrels:--
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Woodbine Date: 1902 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows Subject: A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, Augustus Stevens Description: Article in The Freeman referencing a report of a recent troupe performance by Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator. -
Auriema
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Austin & Stone's
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1903 Topics: Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators Subject: Austin & Stone's, Jessie Thomas Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to racist language. -
Babe Lund
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Baby Face
Collection: Sheet Music Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: 1926 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: Baby Face, Benny Davis, Harry Akst, Jerome H. Remick, Jerry Fragile Description: A cover of the sheet music "Baby Face." Arrangement by Benny Davis and Harry Akst, featuring female impersonator Jerry Fragile. -
"Black Jenny Lind."
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: 1909 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: J. Robert Johnson Description: Article in the Richmond Planet advertising event featuring Black female impersonator. -
BOURBON 100-PROOF (UTC 5)
Collection: Ephemera Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes Description: Vinyl album covers (front and back) of "Bourbon 100-Proof" by Rae Bourbon. -
Boxing Card at Coliseum Here Monday Night
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Apr. 12, 1918 Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Andrew Tribble Description: An article in the Richmond Palladium and Sun-Telegram mentioning a performance by Andrew Trimble, a female impersonator of color. -
Boy-lesque
Collection: Drag Show Programs Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Sanchez Studio of Las Vegas, Susan Gibson of California Date: Unknown Topics: Drag community, Drag queens, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Boy-Lesque, Causha Lee, Emore', Jay North, Kawika, Kenny Kerr, Little Lil, Roger Caldwell, Shelly Michaels, Silver Slipper Description: A drag show program for "Boy-lesque" starring Kenny Kerr and featuring Little 'Lil, Shelly Michaels, Emore', Jan North, Causha Lee, and Kawika. -
Broadway Brevities & Society Gossip: June 1923 Cover
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Jun. 1923 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: George Bronson Howard, Julian Eltinge, Teddy Gerard, Theda Bara Description: Cover of June 1923 issue of Broadway Brevities & Social Gossip, which features a cut-out image of Julian Eltinge in a sequined gown on the left. On the right, the following topics are listed: "Is T... -
BROOKLYN PARK THEATER.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: May 8, 1881 Topics: LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Brooklyn Park Theater, Ella Wesner, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle Description: A clipping from "The Brooklyn Daily Eagle" titled: "BROOKLYN PARK THEATER," advertising a performance of Ella Wesner at the Brooklyn Park Theater. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
Brooklyn Park Theater.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: May 10, 1881 Topics: LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Performance art Subject: Brooklyn Park Theater, Ella Wesner, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle Description: A clipping from "The Brooklyn Daily Eagle" titled: "Brooklyn Park Theater," advertising a performance featuring Ella Wesner. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan. -
Buckingham Theatre, Tampa, Fla.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Woodbine Date: 1901 Topics: Black people, LGBTQ+ theater, Male impersonators, Minstrel shows Subject: Buckingham Theatre, Florence Hines Description: Article in The Freeman discussing Florence Hines, a Black male impersonator. -
CHERCHEZ LA FEMME: PARMI LES PLUS BEAUX HOMMES DU MONDE!!
Collection: Drag Show Programs Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Transvestites Subject: Banquet du 4iéme Anniversaire, Bob Roberts, Bob Sylvestre, Cherchez La Femme, Clyde Dubois, Dick Connors, East End Printing, Gene Chandler, Jean Marin, Jean-Guy Couture, Marc Pilon, Monsieur Christian, Pierre Garceau, Pierre McLeod, Reed Theatrical Entertainment, Richard Sullivan, Travestframa Description: A drag program — with an introduction — for CHERCHEZ LA FEMME. -
Chez Nous Part I
Collection: Audio and Video Clips and Transcripts Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Chez Nous, Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A performance at Chez Nous with a brief introduction to the performers, including Marlow Monique Dickson, who began performing there in 1968. -
Chez Nous Part II: Marlow's Performance
Collection: Audio and Video Clips and Transcripts Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Chez Nous, Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A video of Marlow Monique Dickson performing at Chez Nous in Berlin. She began performing there in 1968. -
Chez Nous Part III
Collection: Audio and Video Clips and Transcripts Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Chez Nous, Marlow La Fantastique, Marlow Monique Dickson Description: A video of a group performance at Chez Nous featuring Marlow Monique Dickson, who began performing there in 1968. -
Chicago Note:--
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: Woodbine Date: 1903 Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, Augustus Stevens, Williams and Stevens Description: Article in The Freeman mentioning Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator. -
Chicago Variety’s Office
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949) Institution: JD Doyle Archives Creator: Variety Date: Aug. 25, 1922 Topics: Clothing, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Charles E. Kohl, Dell Gibson, Dudley Liddell, Morgan Dancers, Orpheum Circut, The Majestic Description: A clipping from Variety's August 25, 1922 issue. The text describes a theater performance featuring Dudley Liddell. -
China Stars Are Here
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: White, Charley Date: Jun. 22, 1889 Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Chinese People, Moo Sing Jee, Taka Wing Description: An article in The Evening World interviewing Chinese American female impersonator Taka Wing about a performance. -
China's Great Actor.
Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900) Institution: Digital Transgender Archive Creator: New York Herald Date: Nov. 2, 1898 Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Fon Chong Mai, Son Fong Quon Description: Article published in the New York Herald about Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese female impersonator.