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Julien Eltinge collection
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Julien Eltinge collection | |
| Creator: Eltinge, Julian, 1883-1941 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1910-1919 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 Linear Feet | |
| Collection Number: ms4541 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Julian Eltinge was an American stage and film actor best known as an early drag performer (female impersonator), first debuting in this role on Broadway in 1904. Eltinge would later expand his career from performing in Vaudeville and musical comedies to starring roles in Hollywood feature films, broadening his audience and influence.
Scope and Content
The collection includes 4 songbooks, 1 theater playbill, a postcard, a printed illustrative cigar box label, and an original photo signed by early drag performer, Julian Eltinge.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
[Item, box, folder], Julien Eltinge collection, ms4541, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.