Tag: History of Entertainment
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The Evolution of the Showgirl: The History Behind the Las Vegas Stage’s Iconic Women
Millie Oliver details the origins of the showgirls who are so symbolic of Las Vegas, and how modern representations of showgirls demonstrate their cultural evolution.
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The Life and Legacy of Sara Baartman
Sara Baartman was exhibited in France and England in the early-nineteenth century. To this day, she remains one of the most famous human ethnological exhibits. Olivia Norbury sensitively recounts Baartman’s life and legacy.
Retrospect Journal 