Collette LeGrande, Donna Personna, and Olivia Hart perform at Aunt Charlie's Lounge in San Francisco's Tenderloin district. The 29-minute film captures their nightly transformations as drag entertainers. It focuses on their routines and the labor involved in their art. Themes of aging and self-acceptance emerge through their stories in this intimate portrayal of life behind the scenes in the drag community.

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Meet Collette LeGrande, a seasoned drag performer.
See the vibrant atmosphere of Aunt Charlie's Lounge.
Find out how aging affects drag entertainers.

Did You Know

The film features three drag entertainers: Collette LeGrande, Donna Personna, and Olivia Hart.
Aunt Charlie's Lounge is located in the Tenderloin area of San Francisco.
The documentary has a runtime of 29 minutes.

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LGBTQ cultureDrag performanceSan Francisco nightlife

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What is the duration of the documentary Beautiful by Night?

The duration of Beautiful by Night is 29 minutes.

Who are the featured drag entertainers in Beautiful by Night?

The featured drag entertainers are Collette LeGrande, Donna Personna, and Olivia Hart.

In which area of San Francisco is Aunt Charlie's Lounge located?

Aunt Charlie's Lounge is located in the Tenderloin area of San Francisco.

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