In which Tom Marshman takes us on a journey from Leg Shame to Leg Fame, telling the story of how he survived the pain and trauma of varicose veins, gaining a place in the Pretty Polly Legs 11 final. Along the way, we get an investigation of gender expectations, and liberation from those expectations, in […]
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Tom Marshman: Legs 11
June 2nd, 2012 by Beccy SmithTom Marshman’s new show is at its best when it poignantly draws our gaze downwards to examine the plight and power of our oft-disregarded pins. ’36 inches of blood, bone and muscle’, in his case, jauntily showcased in some frankly fabulous sparkly, star encrusted tights as the lights rise on his lanky frame. This is […]