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1983. Television: ‘Dear Ladies’

Gay in the 80s Posted on October 18, 2012 by Colin ClewsOctober 31, 2016

The British public has a long-held fascination with men in drag. Perhaps it dates back to Shakespearean times when women weren’t allowed on stage but it has continued ever since. The Victorian era had George Robey, the early 20’s had … Continue reading →

Posted in LGBT History, Media, Television, Theatre | Tagged dear ladies, george logan, hinge and bracket, patrick fyffe | 4 Replies

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