'Drag Queen Story Hour' involves males dressed in garish women's clothing performing as story-tellers to very young children together with their parents. Such events are being featured in UK local libraries and other venues. Originally an American idea, many parents are concerned that these acts are inappropriate for very young children. Others say they are harmless, and the division of opinion is highlighted in this recent protest outside the Tate Britain Gallery. The venue is currently hosting a series of such shows.
It seems freedom-loving people who refer to themselves as 'liberals' are in favour of these events - while more conservative-minded individuals say such performances indicate decadence. The performances are overtly sexual in nature, say opponents, and as such, can present problems for young children.
