Originally written by Hans Christian Andersen in 1843, The Ugly Duckling has been a childhood gem for many. A captivating fable about a duckling who stood out from the crowd, the fairytale is a first look into the exploration of accepting ourselves and our peers for who we really are, in the face of social rejection.
First published in Denmark, the moral of the story has travelled across oceans, standing the test of time, and becoming even more relevant in recent years.
With a glorious focus on the notion of self-love and acceptance, this classic children's story has been whimsically re-imagined by the incredible drag cabaret superstar and creative genius,Le Gateau Chocolat.
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