Castres mayor cancels Alexis Michalik play over 'clandestine' promotion
The mayor of Castres, Florian Azema, has cancelled the scheduled performance of Alexis Michalik's play 'Passeport' at the municipal theatre, citing its alleged promotion of undocumented immigrants and negative portrayal of police. Azema, a member of the far-right National Rally (RN), stated on Wednesday that the play 'does not correspond to what I defended during the electoral campaign.' The cancellation has sparked controversy over censorship and artistic freedom in the southern French town.
Key facts
- The play 'Passeport' by Alexis Michalik was cancelled in Castres.
- Mayor Florian Azema (RN) made the decision.
- Azema said the play promotes 'clandestins' (undocumented immigrants).
- He also objected to its treatment of law enforcement.
- The cancellation was announced on Wednesday.
- Castres is a town in southern France.
- The mayor cited his electoral campaign promises as justification.
- The event raises issues of censorship and artistic freedom.
Entities
Artists
- Alexis Michalik
Institutions
- National Rally (RN)
- Castres municipal theatre
Locations
- Castres
- France