# Backstage Dragtography Jack Radcliffe Captures the Lily White Troupe of Female Impersonators By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-05-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-radcliffe-lily-white-troupe References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Lily-White/221515) & [jackradcliffe.org](http://www.jackradcliffe.org/lily/lilywhitetroupe.html) Jack Radcliffe's behind-the-scenes snaps of the Lily White Troupe give a poignant glimpse into the mysterious world of [female impersonators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks). Jack Radcliffe's Lily White Troupe portraits offer a far different take on drag queens from the [glitz and glamour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/break-in-case-of-glamergency) that's often captured while these divas are onstage. Click through the gallery above to see what I mean. **Implications** - These thought-provoking images were captured in the 80s when AIDS started to affecting people of a widespread level. The pictures depict a gathering of individuals creating [drag entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-by-vanity). The performances were put together to raise money for those affected by the disease. These emotional images truly captures the support the community had for one another in a time where society was less tolerable to an "alternative" lifestyle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Authentic Drag Representation:** The Lily White Troupe's behind-the-scenes portraits challenge the traditional glamorized image of drag queens and highlight the authentic lives and experiences of female impersonators. - **Community Support Initiatives:** The fundraising performances organized by the Lily White Troupe showcase the potential for drag entertainment to unite communities and contribute to charitable causes. - **Documentary Photography:** Jack Radcliffe's behind-the-scenes snaps of the Lily White Troupe represent a growing trend in documentary photography, capturing intimate and humanizing moments within subcultures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Photographers can explore documentary-style photography to capture authentic and powerful moments within marginalized communities, such as drag queens and female impersonators. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can support and promote diverse drag representations, fostering inclusivity and raising awareness about social issues through drag performances. - **Nonprofit and Charity:** Nonprofit organizations can leverage drag entertainment as a fundraising tool, uniting communities and raising funds for causes related to LGBTQ+ rights and health. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metaverse Drag Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-of-the-metaverse.md) - [Digital Drag Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-me.md) - [Queer Storytelling Sculptural Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-sticky-series.md) - [Fitness Club Pride Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benefit-auction.md) - [Queer Wool Runway Looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-wool-survive.md) - [Drag Culture Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-her-video-game.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [All-Black Touring Burlesque Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touring-burlesque-company.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md)