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Male impersonators

Topic sh85064636 · id.loc.gov

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)

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