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  1. A Boom at the Dime

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1891
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: Dockstader's Colored Minstrel Troupe, Ethiopian, Ninth and Arch Dime Museum, William Campbell
    Description: Article in The Philadelphia Inquirer discussing Black female impersonators.

  2. A Chinese Actor

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Evening News
    Date: 1891
    Topics: Bail, Defense (Civil procedure), Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: C.D. Wright, Chinese People, Ga Bing, J.D. Edson
    Description: Article in the Evening News about Ga Bing who was arrested for not fulfilling his contract and getting paid in advance.

  3. A Chinese Actor

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1899
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Fon Chong Mai, Son Fong Quon
    Description: Article published in the West Bay City Times about a performance by Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese actor and female impersonator.

  4. A Chinese Play

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jun. 22, 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Moo Sung Lee, Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing, Yaka Wing
    Description: Article published in The St. Louis Republic about a performance by Taka Wing, "the great female impersonator of China".

  5. A Chinese Riot

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1893
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Chinese People, Don Bow, Tow Dong Chue
    Description: Article published in the Morning Oregonian about a large fight that occurred in a Chinese theater and the arrest of Tow Dong Chue and Don Bow (a Chinese female impersonator).

  6. A Chinese Theater

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jan. 1, 1890
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Chinese People, Mr. Ah Gian
    Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to the use of racist language.

  7. A Comedy of Murder

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Chinese Theatrical Company, Taka Wing, Two Unfortunate Maidens
    Description: Article published in The New York Herald about a performance by Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator.

  8. "A Dark Conspiracy" in Chinese

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1889
    Topics: Chinese drama, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: A Dark Conspiracy, Asian people, Chinese People, Koong Ming, Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing
    Description: This item is an article published in the New York Herald reporting on the performance of "A Dark Conspiracy" featuring Taka Wing, a female impersonator.

  9. A Good Variety Show

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1895
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Bon Ton Vaudevilles, Gus Mills
    Description: Article in the Worcester Daily Spy discussing Gus Mills, a Black female impersonator.

  10. A Photograph of Mei Lanfang

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: Photograph of Mei Lanfang, a Chinese female impersonator.

  11. A Photograph of Mei Lanfang Holding a Sword

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: 1920 to 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Mei Lanfang
    Description: A picture of Mei Lanfang. She is in costume and holding a sword.

  12. A Photograph of Mei Lanfang Wearing a Headdress

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: 1920 to 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ people of color, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Mei Lanfang
    Description: A photograph of Mei Lanfang wearing a headdress.

  13. A Photograph of Mei Lanfang with Two Unknown People

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Mei Lanfang
    Description: A black and white photograph with Mei Lanfang pictured with two unknown people.

  14. A Photograph of Stormé DeLarverie Surrounded by Three Female Impersonators

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: 1958
    Topics: Black lesbians, Drag kings, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfeminine people, Transmasculine people
    Subject: Jewel Box Revue, Roberts Show Club, Stormé DeLarverie
    Description: A photograph of Stormé DeLarverie (center), surrounded by three female impersonators at Roberts Show Club in Chicago, Illinois.

  15. A Transvestite Tangles Tongues: An Interview with Sandy Day

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1950-2000)
    Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
    Creator: GAY Magazine
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Female impersonators, Gender affirming surgery, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfemininity
    Subject: Sandy Day
    Description: "A Transvestite Tangles Tongues: An Interview with Sandy Day" from GAY Magazine Vol. 4 No. 06. There is an interview with performer Sandy Day about her gender affirming procedures, plan to get bott...

  16. A Vivid Picture of a Great Actor Harassed by Century Old Traditions

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Nov. 2, 1898
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Fon Chong Mai
    Description: Article published in the New York Herald about Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese female impersonator; includes illustrations.

  17. Aftermath of a Musical Fete

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Randolph, Oliver
    Date: Jul. 1, 1911
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Andrew Tribble
    Description: An article in The Twin City Star mentioning Andrew Tribble, a renown female impersonator.

  18. Allen's Minstrel Show motto...

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Mar. 29, 1912
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: Allen's Minstrels
    Description: Article in the Pascagoula Democrat-Star about a show featuring a Black female impersonator.

  19. Allen's Minstrels

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Jenkins, P.L.
    Date: 1909
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: Allen's Minstrels, C. Adam LaRose, Musician, Salome Dance
    Description: Article in The Freeman discussing C. Adam LaRose, a Black female impersonator and musician.

  20. Amateur Minstrels Score Great Success

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1906
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: Macon Minstrels, Mr. Kelly
    Description: Article in the Macon Daily Telegraph mentioning Mr. Kelly, a Black female impersonator.

  21. Amusement Notes

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jul. 30, 1907
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Gibson Girl, Julian Eltinge, Maxine Elliott, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle
    Description: A clipping from "The Brooklyn Daily Eagle" titled: "Amusement Notes," detailing Julian Eltinge's acting experience. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan.

  22. An Amalgamationist in Limbo for the Second Time

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Mar. 9, 1842
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Peter Sewally
    Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to the use of racist language.

  23. An Evening in Copenhagen with Rae Bourbon (UTC 1)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Description: Two page program with writing " 'A bit of old San Francisco' best wishes" on the left, a photo of a person in a dress, with words underneath: "José, Nightingale Montgomery Street."

  24. an intimate view of grand opera as seen by Ray Bourbon: ONE ON THE AISLE (UTC 6)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Rae Bourbon, Ray Bourbon
    Description: Album vinyl cover (front and back) of Ray Bourbon's album "One On The Aisle" Includes several images of Rae in different costumes

  25. Andrew Tribble Skipped with Money

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1916
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Vaudeville
    Subject: Andrew Tribble, Fairyland Theater
    Description: Article published in The Freeman about Andrew Tribble, a Black female impersonator, being wanted for theft.

  26. Announcements

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Apr. 14, 1889
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: Billy Gauze
    Description: An article in the Omaha Daily Bee mentioning Billy Gauze, a female impersonator of color.

  27. AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 WAYS: cruising with Rae Bourbon (UTC 8)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Front and back vinyl cover of Rae Bourbon's "Around the World in 80 Days"

  28. Augustus Stevens. Female impersonator.

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Woodbine
    Date: 1901
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: A. G. Allen's Minstrels, A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, Augustus Stevens, Papinta
    Description: Article in The Freeman mentioning Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator.

  29. Augustus Stevens writes from Allen's New Orleans Minstrels:--

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Woodbine
    Date: 1902
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, Augustus Stevens
    Description: Article in The Freeman referencing a report of a recent troupe performance by Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator.

  30. Auriema

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Auriema, Broadway, The Dance of Death
    Description: Advertisement of "Auriema."

  31. Baby Face

     
    Collection: Sheet Music
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: 1926
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Baby Face, Benny Davis, Harry Akst, Jerome H. Remick, Jerry Fragile
    Description: A cover of the sheet music "Baby Face." Arrangement by Benny Davis and Harry Akst, featuring female impersonator Jerry Fragile.

  32. "Black Jenny Lind."

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1909
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: J. Robert Johnson
    Description: Article in the Richmond Planet advertising event featuring Black female impersonator.

  33. BOURBON 100-PROOF (UTC 5)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Vinyl album covers (front and back) of "Bourbon 100-Proof" by Rae Bourbon.

  34. Boxing Card at Coliseum Here Monday Night

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Apr. 12, 1918
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Andrew Tribble
    Description: An article in the Richmond Palladium and Sun-Telegram mentioning a performance by Andrew Trimble, a female impersonator of color.

  35. Broadway Brevities & Society Gossip: June 1923 Cover

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Jun. 1923
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: George Bronson Howard, Julian Eltinge, Teddy Gerard, Theda Bara
    Description: Cover of June 1923 issue of Broadway Brevities & Social Gossip, which features a cut-out image of Julian Eltinge in a sequined gown on the left. On the right, the following topics are listed: "Is T...

  36. CHERCHEZ LA FEMME: PARMI LES PLUS BEAUX HOMMES DU MONDE!!

     
    Collection: Drag Show Programs
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Transvestites
    Subject: Banquet du 4iéme Anniversaire, Bob Roberts, Bob Sylvestre, Cherchez La Femme, Clyde Dubois, Dick Connors, East End Printing, Gene Chandler, Jean Marin, Jean-Guy Couture, Marc Pilon, Monsieur Christian, Pierre Garceau, Pierre McLeod, Reed Theatrical Entertainment, Richard Sullivan, Travestframa
    Description: A drag program — with an introduction — for CHERCHEZ LA FEMME.

  37. Chicago Note:--

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Woodbine
    Date: 1903
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, Augustus Stevens, Williams and Stevens
    Description: Article in The Freeman mentioning Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator.

  38. Chicago Variety’s Office

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator: Variety
    Date: Aug. 25, 1922
    Topics: Clothing, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Charles E. Kohl, Dell Gibson, Dudley Liddell, Morgan Dancers, Orpheum Circut, The Majestic
    Description: A clipping from Variety's August 25, 1922 issue. The text describes a theater performance featuring Dudley Liddell.

  39. China Stars Are Here

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: White, Charley
    Date: Jun. 22, 1889
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Chinese People, Moo Sing Jee, Taka Wing
    Description: An article in The Evening World interviewing Chinese American female impersonator Taka Wing about a performance.

  40. China's Great Actor.

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: New York Herald
    Date: Nov. 2, 1898
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Fon Chong Mai, Son Fong Quon
    Description: Article published in the New York Herald about Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese female impersonator.

  41. Chinese Actors At The Windsor

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing
    Description: Article published in the New York Tribune about Tak-a-Wing, a Chinese female impersonator. It talks about the feminine clothing and calls Tak-a-Wing a "he-she".

  42. Chinese Female Impersonator Is Surprised

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Feb. 24, 1899
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Chinese People, Fon Chang Mai
    Description: An article published in the Hot Springs Weekly Star about Fon Chang Mai, a Chinese female impersonator.

  43. Chinese John L. Sullivan His Name is Ah Giang and He Downed Foo Jung in

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: New York Evening Sun
    Date: 1890
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Ah Giang, Chinese People, Swintien Lok Company
    Description: Article published in the Omaha Sunday-World Herald about a fight between Foo Jung, an acrobat, and Ah Giang, a female impersonator.

  44. CLAQUE-CLAQUE OPERA SELECTIONS by RAY BOURBON (UTC 6)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Bourbon 100-Proof, Brunhilde's Emulsion, Don't Call Me Madam, Ray Bourbon, Toga Saga, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Front and back cover of Ray Bourbon's LP "Claque-Claque"

  45. Colored Boxer Put on Bout Here in Two Weeks

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Mar. 28, 1918
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows, Vaudeville
    Subject: Andrew Tribble
    Description: A clipping from The Richmond Palladium and Sun-Telegram mentioning Andrew Tribble, a Black female impersonator.

  46. Dance Recital by Luis Valencia (1)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: 1930
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Arthur Judson, Luis Valencia, Washington Post
    Description: An advertisement for a "Dance Recital by Luis Valencia." States that Valencia is the "Greatest Spanish Female Impersonator and Interpretative Dancer."

  47. Dance Recital by Luis Valencia (2)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: 1930
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Arthur Judson, Luis Valencia, Washington Post
    Description: An advertisement for a "Dance Recital" featuring Luis Valencia. States that Valencia is the "Greatest Spanish Female Impersonator and Interpretative Dancer."

  48. De Rose

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Pryor, Leon
    Date: Mar. 25, 1911
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Crescent Theatre, De Rose
    Description: An article in The Statesman about a Black female impersonator performing in New York.

  49. Etta James Revue featuring Miss Dakota, Jackie Shane (Female Impersonators)

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1950-2000)
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Aug. 27, 1964
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Etta James, Jackie Shane, Long Beach Independent, Miss Dakota, Rusty Rooster
    Description: Clipping from the "Long Beach Independent" advertising "Etta James Revue featuring Miss Dakota, Jackie Shane (Female Impersonators)."

  50. Excelsior Springs

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: 1896
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Elms Hotel, Missouri Pharmacy Traveling Association
    Description: A souvenir of "Missouri Pharmacy Traveling Association" featuring a female impersonator.

  51. Fon Chong Mai Sees Ada Rehan as Portia

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1898
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Fon Chong Mai
    Description: Article published in The St. Louis Republic detailing Fon Cong Mai's response to a production of "The Merchant of Venice."

  52. Gorgeous!!

     
    Collection: Sheet Music
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: 1927
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Benny Davis, Gorgeous, Harry Akst, Jerome H. Remick, Jerry Fragile
    Description: A cover of the sheet music for "Gorgeous." Arrangement by Benny Davis and Harry Akst, featuring female impersonator Jerry Fragile.

  53. He is the Greatest of the Chinese Actors

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1899
    Topics: Costumes, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Theater
    Subject: Ada Rehan, Chinese People, Fon Chong Mai, Merchant of Venice
    Description: This item is an article published in the Philadelphia Inquirer about China actor and female impersonator, Fon Chong Mai. This article talks about his talent as an actor, Chinese theater, and his im...

  54. High Jinks for Chinatown

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jun. 22, 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Joss temple, Koong Ming, Shi Lou Tau Moo ("Loyal Slave"), Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing, Yaka Wing
    Description: This item includes a clipping from the Boston Herald detailing a performance starring Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator.

  55. HOLLYWOOD EXPOSÉ: RAE BOURBON…..tells all! (UTC 9)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, Tell You About My Operation, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Vinyl album cover (front and back) of song "Hollywood Exposé." Includes photos of Rae being arrested.

  56. Howard- "Charlston Dandies"

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jun. 29, 1926
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Andrew Tribble
    Description: An article in the Evening Star mentioning Andrew Tribble, a Black female impersonator.

  57. Identify the Impersonator at Hochheimer’s and Win $10.00 Hat

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Apr. 10, 1914
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Al Mott, Grogg's, Hochheimer's, Leon Finch
    Description: A short article from the April 10, 1914 issue of the "Bakersfield Californian." The text states that Leon Finch, "the world's greatest impersonator of feminine types," will be at the store Hochheim...

  58. In Japanese Theaters

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Hageman, Maurice
    Date: 1897
    Topics: Costumes, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Hanshira, Hiakunoskeh, Japanese People
    Description: Minneapolis Journal article discussing Japan's best female impersonators, Hanshira and Hiakunoskeh.

  59. it's me again... Ray Bourbon: YOU'RE STEPPING ON MY EYELASHES!

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ arts, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Back in Drag Again, Bourbon 100-Proof, Claque-Claque, Don't Call Me Madam, High Infidelity, I Must Have a Greek, Life Goes to a Party, Peter Pan, Queen of the Ballet, Queen of the Navy, Queen of the Y.M.C.A., Rae Bourbon, Ray Bourbon, The Family Tree, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: An album cover of Ray Bourbon's "it's me again... Ray Bourbon: YOU'RE STEPPING ON MY EYELASHES!"

  60. Joy Reigns In Chinatown

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Taka Wing, The Swintien Lok Chinese Dramatic Company, Troupe
    Description: Article published in the New-York Tribune about a performance by Taka Wing, a famous Chinese female impersonator.

  61. Julian Eltinge

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: May 15, 1909
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Julian Eltinge, The Fulton
    Description: A clipping from "Brooklyn Life" titled: "Julian Eltinge," detailing the upcoming performance of Julian Eltinge. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan.

  62. JULIAN ELTINGE IN SKIRTS

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: May 10, 1910
    Topics: Clothing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Julian Eltinge, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle, The Fulton
    Description: A clipping from "The Brooklyn Daily Eagle" titled: "JULIAN ELTINGE IN SKIRTS." Detailing a show at The Fulton featuring Julian Eltinge. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan.

  63. Just Like in Pekin

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Joss temple, Shi Lou Tau Moo ("Loyal Slave"), Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing
    Description: This item is an article published in the New York Herald with that mentions Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator. Uses extensive racist language.

  64. LADIES OF BURLESQUE: now appearing RAE BOURBON (UTC 10)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: A Rae Bourbon album cover.

  65. LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT MY OPERATION: RAE BOURBON SPEAKING….. (UTC 7)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, George Carpozi Jr., Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Vinyl Album (front and back) for Rae Bourbon's song "Let Me Tell You About My Operation." Includes a note from Rae about transitioning, as well as two clippings from journal articles about Rae's tr...

  66. Mae West and Ray Bourbon (as Bowery Rose)

     
    Collection: JD Doyle Photographs (1950-2000)
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: 1950
    Topics: Clothing, Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Bowery Rose, Mae West, Ray Bourbon
    Description: A photograph of Mae West and Ray Bourbon (as Bowery Rose).

  67. Mei Lanfang

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Asian people, Mei Lanfang
    Description: A photograph of Mei Lanfang, a female impersonator, from the Billy Rose Theater Division of the New York Public Library.

  68. Mei Lanfang and Performers

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: Photo of Mei Lanfang, a female impersonator, and other performers.

  69. Mei Lanfang Crouching

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: Photo of Mei Lanfang crouching and posing.

  70. Mei Lanfang Holding a Fan

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Mei Lanfang
    Description: Photo of the Chinese female impersonator Mei Lanfang posing for a picture holding a fan.

  71. Mei Lanfang Holding a Fan

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: A photo card featuring a photo of Mei Lanfang.

  72. Mei Lanfang Holding a Tea Cup

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator: Taifan Peking
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: This item features a photo of Mei Lanfang holding a tea cup.

  73. Mei Lanfang Photo Card

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: This item contains a photo of the Chinese female impersonator Mei Lanfang.

  74. Mid-Week

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Aug. 27, 1908
    Topics: Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ actors, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: George Fostelle, Harry Le Clair, Julian Eltinge, Pittsburgh Daily Post, Richard Harlow, The Nixon Theater
    Description: A clipping from "Pittsburgh Daily Post" titled: "Mid-Week," detailing a performance by Julian Eltinge. This item was contributed to the DTA by Hugh Ryan.

  75. Milkmaid's Burlesque

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: Yale University Libraries
    Creator:
    Date: Mar. 27, 1900
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: L.C. Crawford, N.B. Milleux, W.L. Russell, W.R. Williams

  76. Mongols Badly Duped

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1893
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Bow Wah, Charles Waldstein, Chinese People
    Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to enslavement.

  77. Mott Street's Sharp Critics

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jul. 9, 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Swintien Lok Company, Taka Wing
    Description: A clipping from the Omaha Daily Bee mentioning Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator.

  78. Mourning for His Cat

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Sep. 16, 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Taka Wing
    Description: Article published in The Boston Herald that explains shows featuring Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator, have been canceled because Wing is sick.

  79. Mr. Andrew Tribble

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Aug. 18, 1910
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Andrew Tribble, Dabney Theater
    Description: Article in The New York Age about performance by Andrew Tribble, a Black female impersonator. Item is flagged as explicit for racist imagery.

  80. Mr. Leon Finch

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girlie Was Just Made to Love, Leon Finch, Play Me a Good Old Fashioned Melody, Roscoe Slater, The Boy with a Smile
    Description: An advertisement for female impersonator, Mr. Leon Finch, in "The Boy with a Smile."

  81. New York City

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1915
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Vaudeville
    Subject: Augustus Stevens, Julian Eltinge
    Description: Article in The Freeman about Augustus Stevens, a Black female impersonator.

  82. New York Deserted

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Jul. 6, 1889
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Taka Wing
    Description: A clipping from The Evening Star mentioning Taka Wing, a Chinese female impersonator.

  83. New York's Favorite Slumming Expedition

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Feb. 12, 1899
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Fon Chong Mai
    Description: Article published in the Colorado Springs Gazette about Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese actor and female impersonator; includes illustrations.

  84. No Japanese Actresses

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1895
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Danjuro, Ichikawa Danjuro, Japanese Actor, Japanese People
    Description: A Omaha World-Herald newspaper article about a Japanese actor and female impersonator, Ichikawa Danjuro.

  85. Notes from A.G. Allen's Minstrels:--

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Woodbine
    Date: 1902
    Topics: Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: A. G. Allen's Minstrels, Augustus Stevens
    Description: Content Warning: This item depicts potentially sensitive content related to racist language.

  86. Oriental Dancer Is A Mere Man

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Plain Dealer
    Date: 1922
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Princess Zira, Robert North
    Description: Article published by The Plain Dealer about a performance done by an Asian female impersonator, Princess Zira.

  87. Photo Card of Mei Lanfang and an Unknown Performer

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: A photo card featuring Mei Lanfang and another performer in costume.

  88. Photo Card of Mei Lanfang in Costume

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: Photo card of Mei Lanfang standing in costume.

  89. Photo Card of Mei Leifang Kneeling

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: Photo card of the Chinese female impersonator Mei Lanfang kneeling.

  90. Photograph of Mei Lanfang Holding a Staff

     
    Collection: Miscellaneous Photographs
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: circa 1920 to circa 1930
    Topics: BIPOC, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Operas, Chinese
    Subject: Asian people, Mei Lanfang
    Description: A photograph of Mei Lanfang holding a staff in costume.

  91. Police Guard for Chinese Actor

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: 1905
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Wong Chung
    Description: Article published in the Evening News detailing the story of Wong Chung, a Chinese female impersonator. According to the article, Chung was running away from the criminal organization Hip Sing Tong...

  92. Postcard of Mei Lanfang

     
    Collection: Postcards of Female and Male Impersonators and Cross-dressing
    Institution: New York Public Library
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: BIPOC, Crossdressing, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Mei Lanfang
    Description: This item is a color postcard of Mei Lanfang.

  93. Princess Theatre

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Aug. 5, 1914
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: Herschell Mayall, Izzy Sinck, Leon Finch, Princess Theatre, Roscoe Slater, Tsuri Aohi, Vaudeville
    Description: A short clipping from the August 5, 1914 issue of the "Moberly Daily Monitor," the text of which advertises "Beautiful Mr. Leon Finch Female Impersonator in marvelous portrayal of Feminine Types."

  94. Rae Bourbon: A Girl Of The Golden West (UTC 4)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Horse Opera, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, Ray Bourbon, The Railroad's Coming Thru, To Hell With The Range, Ugh!, Where Does The Difference Come In?, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Album cover (front and back of vinyl) by Rae Bourbon Content Warning: Offensive visual depiction of Indigenous Americans.

  95. RAE BOURBON: A TRICK AIN’T ALWAYS A TREAT LP

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, An Evening in Copenhagen, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Diamond Lil, Don't Call Me Madam, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Front and back covers of Rae Bourbon's LP "A Trick Ain't Always a Treat"

  96. Ray Bourbon: A GIRL OF THE GOLDEN WEST (UTC 4)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ theater, Performance art
    Subject: An Evening in Copenhagen, Bourbon 100-Proof, Claque-Claque, Don't Call Me Madam, Horse Opera, Ray Bourbon, The Railroad's Coming Thru, To Hell With The Range, Ugh!, Where Does The Difference Come In?, You're Stepping on My Eyelashes
    Description: Album on vinyl by Ray Bourbon titled "A Girl of the Golden West." Content Warning: Offensive visual depiction of Indigenous people.

  97. Ray Bourbon in Selections from DON’T CALL ME MADAM (UTC 3)

     
    Collection: Ephemera
    Institution: JD Doyle Archives
    Creator:
    Date: Unknown
    Topics: Drag, Female impersonators, Gender expression, LGBTQ+ arts, LGBTQ+ musicians, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: A Girl of the Golden West, Around The World In 80 Ways, Bourbon 100-Proof, Carnegie Hall, Danton Walker, Don't Call Me Madam, Errol Flynn, Hollywood Exposé, Ladies of Burlesque, Let Me Tell You About My Operation, Mae West, New York Daily News, One On The Aisle (Claque-Claque), Rae Bourbon, Ray Bourbon, Robert Sylvester, Sunday Ride, The Neighbor's Party
    Description: An album cover of Ray Bourbon's "Don't Call Me Madam," including reviews.

  98. Ready for the Mummer's Parade

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (1900-1949)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator:
    Date: Dec. 31, 1915
    Topics: Costumes, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Parades
    Subject: Frank Carter
    Description: An article in the Evening Ledger featuring Frank Carter, a female impersonator who will be marching in a New Year's parade.

  99. Rehan In Chinese Eyes: An Oriental Criticism

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: Fon Chong Mai
    Date: 1898
    Topics: Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater
    Subject: Asian people, Chinese People, Choy Ting Quoy, Daly's Theater, Fon Chong Mai
    Description: Article published in the New York Herald and written by Fon Chong Mai, a Chinese female impersonator, about Ada Rehan's performance in "The Merchant of Venice".

  100. Richards & Pringle's Famous Georgie Minstrels

     
    Collection: Newspaper and Periodical Clippings (Pre 1900)
    Institution: Digital Transgender Archive
    Creator: The Greenville Times
    Date: Sep. 28, 1889
    Topics: BIPOC, Black people, Female impersonators, LGBTQ+ theater, Minstrel shows
    Subject: Great Gauze, Richards & Pringles Georgia Minstrels, Willis Gauze
    Description: A clipping from The Greenville advertising a performance by Richards & Pringle's Georgia Minstrels featuring The Great Gauze, a female impersonator.