Gladys Bentley and Ubangi Club collection

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Gladys Bentley and Ubangi Club collection

circa 1939-1935

http://id.lib.harvard.edu/alma/99155267217503941/catalog

Three unpublished images of Gladys Bentley (1907-1960), an African American lesbian blues singer and drag performer, at Harlem's Ubangi Club; four images of her backup dancers; and two of unidentified performers, two photos of unidentified performers, though one may be Willie Bryant, the jazz bandleader, vocalist, and disc jockey known as the "Mayor of Harlem.” Ephemera include a drink list, flyer, ticket, and a list in French of popular New York City clubs and restaurants.

eng, Latn

Houghton Library

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Ubangi Club (1934-1937)

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The Ubangi Club, located at 131st St. and 7th Ave. in New York, NY, showcased gay African American performers and entertainment from 1934 to 1937....