The American Legion Henry J Sweeney Post #2 in Manchester, NH, has a surprise for Veterans and family members of all ages. They are the location for “the newest show in New Hampshire drag entertainment!”
This rotating cast will include entertainers from around the country, in addition to bringing your many of your New Hampshire favorites back to a stage near you! Every show will also raise money to be donated to the American Legion of Merrimack NH for their gracious contribution in bringing you fabulous entertainers. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show, as Ivy League Entertainment presents Legion of Glam!
– All Legion of Glam shows are available for all ages, though it should be stated that the content experienced during these shows are of a mature nature. Course language, sexual innuendo, and adult themes will be present.
If you’d like to learn about the entertainment, go here. And if you are the adventurous sort, here.
Age Appropriate
Drag shows are for adults, and if that’s your thing – for like the millionth time – have at it. Be you, unless that means bringing kids. Don’t be that person. This product is not suitable. And maybe ask why or how this is “The American Legion?” I went to Legion.org, ‘cuz why not, to check out what they say they do. There’s a lot of good stuff there, including this mission statement.
To enhance the well-being of America’s veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. The American Legion’s vision statement is “The American Legion: Veterans Strengthening America.” The American Legion’s value principles are as follows:
A VETERAN IS A VETERAN – which means The American Legion embraces all current and former members of the military and endeavors to help them transition into their communities.
SELFLESS SERVICE – which means The American Legion celebrates all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspires others to serve and strengthen America.
AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM – which means The American Legion advocates for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal justice and opportunity for everyone and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible citizenship and honoring military service by observing and participating in memorial events.
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT – which means The American Legion meets the unique needs of local communities.
ADVANCING THE VISION – which means The American Legion educates, mentors and leads new generations of Americans.
HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US – which means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.
The American Legion’s motto is “Veterans Strengthening America.”
No mention of drag queens, Legion of Glam, or anything that even begins to comport with the cultural mission of normalizing men dressed as absurd, comic-like caricatures of slutty women. But I’m not a Veteran. I’m not a member of The American Legion, but I know a lot of vets. My dad was a Veteran of WWII; my grandfather served in WWI. This isn’t the best look for The American Legion, based on my experience.
But they do use the word transition and point out “AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM – which means The American Legion advocates for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal justice and opportunity for everyone, and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible citizenship and honoring military service by observing and participating in memorial events.”
So, if the man’s sized high heel fits – but is it “youth education” or “responsible citizenship” to allow kids to attend?
Not my call, but it might be yours if you are a member.
Note: Legion of Glam is not to be confused with the VFW Meat Raffle.
This event is scheduled for July 8th and does appear on the Sweeney Post Calendar.
