Gwendolyn Collaço

Historian and curator (at the time a PhD student) who researched and curated an exhibition of Miss Kitty Lord postcards, providing expertise on early 20th-century Cairo, theatrical costume, and the postcard collection.

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A British Burlesque Artist in Belle Époque Cairo

In this captivating discussion, historian Gwendolyn Collaço shares her serendipitous discovery of a postcard collection belonging to British burlesque artist Miss Kitty Lord. She uncovers details about Kitty's flamboyant life in early 20th-century Cairo, highlighted by romantic correspondences with a local architect. Andras Riedlmayer provides insights on archival context, while memorabilia expert Paul Drummond recounts the fascinating provenance of the postcards. Together, they explore themes of theatricality, cultural exchanges, and the vibrant society of Belle Époque Cairo.

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