A History of Drag | Panto and Shakespeare

Drag and British history go hand in hand with each other when the two meet on the stage. From Shakespeare to Pantomime the idea of gender play as part of performance has been a staple of British culture for centuries.

Growing up, Drag Queen Misty Monique thought it was a bit unfair that at the weddings she went to, men wore suits while women could wear a variety of outfits and costumes.  Discovering drag opened a whole new world of expression and also a means to entertain.
 
Misty heads to the stage at Smallhythe Place, Kent, where she uncovers the history of drag and its roots in British theatre and pantomime. And she even puts on a show of her own.

Production
Host: Misty Monique
Producer: Jack Glover
Sound editor: Jesus Gomez

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To find out more about Smallhythe Place please visit:
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/smallhythe-place

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