Drag artistry, in which performers don clothing and personas typically associated with a different gender, has a long history spanning centuries and continents. Here is a list of drag artists from various regions and time periods:
- Rome: In ancient Rome, men performed in women’s clothing in theatrical productions.
- Japan: The kabuki theatre tradition in Japan has a history of male actors playing female roles, known as onnagata.
- Europe: During the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe, women were not allowed to perform on stage, so men often played female roles in theatre productions. This tradition was known as breeches roles.
- Paris: The French can-can dance was performed by women, but some male performers would also dress in women’s clothing to perform the dance.
- America: The drag scene in America has a long history, with performers like Julian Eltinge, who became famous in the early 20th century for his female impersonations.
- England: In the UK, drag artist Danny La Rue was a prominent figure in the 1960s and 1970s.
- Australia: Australia has a vibrant drag scene, with performers like Dame Edna Everage, who became a popular character in the 1970s.
- Asia: In Thailand, there is a long tradition of male performers known as kathoey or ladyboys, who perform in drag.
- South America: The drag scene in South America is also thriving, with performers like Pabllo Vittar from Brazil and La Prohibida from Spain.
- Africa: In South Africa, drag performers like Manila von Teez and Odidiva are gaining popularity.
This is by no means an exhaustive list, but it gives a glimpse into the long and varied history of drag artistry around the world.
And should shut the bigots and empty-headed noise makers who dislike different things and like to cause trouble…
Long live drag and plays and pantomimes, that had coloured our history and brightened up our world. As long as there is mutual respect for art and appropriate handling there should never be any issues.
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Don’t be a dummy and spread unnecessary hate!
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Hayley Andrews
March 28, 2023 at 12:19 pm
Ha ha very clever! There are so many right wing airheads that just go out of their way to cause trouble. Iv seen the caba the babies would even understand! They are far too young. It’s the mums that would have had the fun 🥰👋
Julan62
March 28, 2023 at 12:23 pm
Some people just have far too much hate in their hearts and time on their hands. Sadly!
Hans
March 28, 2023 at 12:32 pm
Incredibly good!!! Didn’t know it went back that far! But then again we humans have always loved dress up.
F#ck the bigots.
Hamish Pritz
March 30, 2023 at 8:21 am
I quite agree!
John Hodgson
March 28, 2023 at 12:34 pm
Art in all its forms is appreciated by the open-minded, even if what they see is not to their taste, whilst bigatory and bullying is a trait of the closed-mind with the opinion that art shall be only to thier dictate.
Julan62
March 28, 2023 at 12:38 pm
nailed it!
Lucas Hakineen
March 28, 2023 at 6:50 pm
There will always be racist
fascists imbeciles and morons that fight whatever is new.
Deag has been a party of our history just like you say Shame on the fools that think otherwise. 🤔
Barbara Hunny
March 28, 2023 at 7:03 pm
I dressed up as a kid its a great way of make believe. So sad there is always hate.
Tina Jones
March 29, 2023 at 8:39 pm
The great drag queen Lilly Savage has passed in the UK so sad. We have had theatrics all our history.
Hamish Pritz
March 30, 2023 at 8:20 am
Dressing up and playing pretend can be so much fun for a number of reasons. First, it allows the individual to tap into their imagination and creativity, which can be freeing and exhilarating. It can also provide a sense of escape from reality and allow individuals to role-play, which can be an exciting and engaging experience.
Enhancing social skills is another reason why pretending is enjoyable. Children often engage in pretend play with their peers or adults and can learn valuable social skills as they navigate and negotiate various scenarios. Dressing up and role-playing can help individuals build self-confidence, strengthen communication skills, and foster empathy as they imagine themselves in different situations.
Moreover, dressing up and playing pretend is a natural expression of human behavior; humans have been engaging in imaginative play throughout history. Additionally, pretending allows us to experiment with different roles and identities, enabling us to explore and build upon our own identities.
Lastly, dressing up and playing pretend can be a fun way to bond with others. When done with others, it can foster a sense of community and create shared experiences that everyone can cherish.
Kiki Zumar
April 10, 2023 at 7:16 pm
Drag has been going on for centuries. These haters are just mindless morons 🙄
Jack B
April 11, 2023 at 5:04 pm
The USA is going backwards with its hate and misogyny!!!!
Fritz Hammerman
April 30, 2023 at 4:19 pm
Wow 😊