Beneath the Sequined Surface: An Insight into Sydney Drag
A Drag Industry Variety Award (DIVA) winner for Outstanding Achievement in Media, this book illuminates the appeal of drag to a wide range of audiences and celebrates its invaluable contribution to Sydney’s night life.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.
Some reviews for Beneath the Sequined Surface
“This is an authoritative and highly readable book” John McCallum, Theatre Reviewer, The Australian
“More than just a picture book of men in frocks, Carol Langley’s investigation is thorough, in-depth, heart warming and intelligent” Luke Malone in DNA Magazine
“A compelling analysis of the showgirl scene and 10 of its pre-eminent performers” Ian Gould in Sydney Star Observer
“Deftly captures the essence of Sydney’s drag scene” Steve Dow in The Sun-Herald
“Erudite” Steve Dow in a later article, also in The Sun-Herald
“Gorgeous” Rebecca Kagan in LOTL
“A glittering book” Marj Belessis in The Manly Daily