Today: Where are all the drag kings? Plus, remember Bless the Beasts and Children’s Barry Robins?
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Q: Are you a fan of RuPaul's Drag Race? I’m really impressed by the show. Yes, it has petty drama, confessionals, and somewhat angry or otherwise unhappy people who like to criticize one another. However, I do think that it's lends itself well to visibility. I don't have any friends who are drag queens or transsexuals and this show has warmed me up to those who challenge gender norms.
But where are all the drag kings? I am newly fascinated by this culture as it becomes more mainstream, little by little, and wonder: why we aren't seeing more women in drag on TV right now? I don't need to see...
Have a question about gay male entertainment? Contact me here (and be sure and include your city and state and/or country!
Q: Are you a fan of RuPaul's Drag Race? I’m really impressed by the show. Yes, it has petty drama, confessionals, and somewhat angry or otherwise unhappy people who like to criticize one another. However, I do think that it's lends itself well to visibility. I don't have any friends who are drag queens or transsexuals and this show has warmed me up to those who challenge gender norms.
But where are all the drag kings? I am newly fascinated by this culture as it becomes more mainstream, little by little, and wonder: why we aren't seeing more women in drag on TV right now? I don't need to see...
- 3/18/2011
- by Brent Hartinger
- The Backlot
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