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Drag storytime draws crowd at new location
Michael McMahon shows a book to the crowd while performing as Clara Divine and reading it on stage during “Drag Story Time” at the Tupelo Music Hall in Derry. The event was moved from Taylor Library because of social media backlash. Tim Jean Eagle Tribune
A crowd of adults and children move their arms as they learn a song from Michael McMahon during “Drag Story Time” at the Tupelo Music Hall in Derry.
Michael McMahon performs as Clara Divine during “Drag Story Time” at the Tupelo Music Hall in Derry. Tim Jean photos / Eagle Tribune
Jun. 10—DERRY — A "Drag Story Time" event planned at Taylor Library has been canceled amid a massive controversy that played out on social media in recent days. The event was to feature Michael McMahon performing as "Clara," his drag name. McMahon's presentations offer "an hour dedicated to teaching children the meaning of what it's like to be prideful," including stories about acceptance, .
New Hampshire Library s Drag Story Time Event Moved to Private Venue After Protests
On 6/9/21 at 1:10 PM EDT
Organizers of a Drag Story Time for children planned at a New Hampshire library moved the LGBTQ pride event to a private venue amid backlash from locals, who reportedly contacted library trustees to complain.
Jen Thielker, director of the Taylor Public Library in Derry, New Hampshire, posted on Facebook that the event was booked without consulting library staff and trustees. The event, Drag Story Time with Clara, planned to feature a drag performer reading stories about penguins and teaching a song about rainbows.