Male impersonators
Scope Notes
Here are entered works on women who dress as men for the purpose of playing a theatrical role, as a disguise, or as a humorous or political statement. Works on entertainers, especially women, who perform with over-the-top male clothing and exaggerated mannerisms are entered under [Drag kings.] Works on persons who assume a dress and manner not generally associated with their gender for psychological gratification are entered under [Cross-dressers.]
Used for
- Cross-dressers (Male impersonators)
- Crossdressers (Male impersonators)
- Impersonators of men
- Impersonators, Male
Examples
Notes under [Drag kings; Cross-dressers]
Broader Terms (1)
Hierarchy
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