Goddess Show / Mary Ann Rossoni
Goddess Show
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Mary Ann Rossoni discussed the history of the Rhode Island Goddess Show, which began in the 1990s and featured lesbian singer-songwriters. The event, initially held at the Avon Cinema, raised $3,000 to $5,000 annually for Rhode Island Pride. Notable performers included Laura Bergson, Kim Trusty, and Dorothy Hodge. The show evolved from a sit-down event to a club setting, attracting a younger, more diverse audience. Interview Recorded: August 28, 2024, Digital RecorderContext
This story was gathered as part of the Rhode Tour Project sponsored by the Rhode Island Humanities and used as part of the Exploring the Archives project. The Goddess Show offered a rare and unique opportunity for both Lesbian performers and audiences. While many of the event’s performers remained “closeted” for some years, the Goddess Show created a much-needed space for Lesbians to perform and for women to be together in a welcoming women- centered space. Generally, the musicians did not perform music with strong Lesbian themes, but there definitely were undertones of women’s love for each other.Collection
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