The History of 'Gays on Broadway'

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Jun 14, 2023

A new book reflects on the gay and lesbian influence on stage from "female impersonators" of the 1910s to the raucous drag performances of "La Cage aux Folles." Musical theater researcher Ethan Mordden joins us to take your calls and talk about his latest book, Gays on Broadway.

 

Today's episode is guest-hosted by David Furst.

WNYC is funded by sponsors and member donations

Top Stories

The Latest on the Cyclosporiasis Outbreak

Marcia Brown breaks down the latest news regarding the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak.
The Brian Lehrer Show |

Brooklyn’s dollar vans squeezed by Mamdani’s Flatbush Avenue bus plan

For years, MTA Chair Janno Lieber has called on the city to crack down on dollar vans, which peel away fares from the transit agency's buses.
Gothamist |

NYC's Office-Space Boom

Greg David talks about the recovery of the office-lease market and economic effects of the World Cup.
The Brian Lehrer Show |

Every good night you've ever had at the club owes a debt to New York City

With Webster Hall, the city invented the modern night club. Night life impresario Susanne Bartsch breaks down what makes the dance floor such a special place.
Gothamist |
YOU ARE ONLINE