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MGH & Studs Terkel: Episode 3: "Les-Lee"

Oct 29, 2020
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Studs Terkel
Studs Terkel interviews female impersonator Les-Lee about their art, experiences of being different, and their career. They discuss the art of female impersonation, feeling different and creative inclinations in childhood, finding independence and self-acceptance, and Les-Lee's unique life and career as a performer.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
The Art of Female Impersonation
03:48 • 8min
3
Feeling Different and Creative Inclinations
11:25 • 2min
4
Finding Independence and Self-Acceptance
13:34 • 2min
5
The Life and Career of Les-Lee: A Unique Performer with Impersonations of Famous Celebrities
15:33 • 4min