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Days before returning to reprise his Tony Award-winning role as Edna Turnblad in the musical "Hairspray," actor Harvey Fierstein participated in a full dress rehearsal at the Neil Simon Theater, transforming himself from leading man into leading lady. Here, body makeup is applied. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Fierstein reacts to a song in his dressing room while having his facial makeup applied. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
After putting on a padded brassiere, Fierstein adjusts his wig. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Finishing touches are made to Fierstein's makeup. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow

Fierstein dons one of his costumes. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Fierstein makes his way from his dressing room to the stage. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Waiting in the wings, Fierstein smiles as he watches his costars rehearse. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Fierstein performs as Edna Turnblad during the rehearsal. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow

Fierstein performs as Edna Turnblad during the rehearsal. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Fierstein performs as Edna Turnblad during the rehearsal. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow
Fierstein takes a moment backstage during a break in the rehearsal. - © All images copyright Jason DeCrow






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