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Female impersonators

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: Here are entered works on men who dress as women for the purpose of playing a theatrical role, as a disguise, or as a humorous or political statement. Works on entertainers who perform with over-the-top female clothing and exaggerated mannerisms are entered under [Drag queens.] Works on persons who assume a dress and manner not generally associated with their gender for psychological gratification are entered under [Cross-dressers.]

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Michael Shreves (Michelle McCausland) Photograph Collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1109
Scope and Contents

The Michael Shreves (Michelle McCausland) Photograph Collection contains seven photographs showing Michelle McCausland, the drag persona of Michael Shreves. Five photographs show McCausland in costume, including shots taken during performances and posed headshots. Two photographs show behind-the-scenes views of Shreves applying makeup and getting ready for a performance.

Dates: ca. 1980-1999