Alan McKail b. 31 January 1888

Also known as Hugh John Alan McKail, Alan M'Kail, Allan McKail
  • Designer (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer),
  • Designer (Theatre / Film Designer)
A Melburnian auctioneer, fashion and theatre designer known for his costumes at Melbourne's Artists' Balls. Contemporary police and media reaction to his more flamboyant costumes reveal insights into attitudes towards gay male and transgender identity in early twentieth century Melbourne.
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Name
Alan McKail
Also known as:
  • Hugh John Alan McKail
  • Alan M'Kail
  • Allan McKail
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Designer (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
  • Designer (Theatre / Film Designer)
Birth date
31 January 1888
Birth place
Beaumont, Hay, New South Wales
Death date
5 November 1931
Death place
Warrandyte, Victoria
Burial place
Box Hill, Melbourne, Vic.
Active Period
  • c.1905 - 1931
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