Philippe Caubère's 1968-Themed Performances Explore Youth, Politics, and Theater

French actor and director Philippe Caubère has created multiple theatrical productions centered on the year 1968, including works titled 'Bac 68' and 'Avignon 68.' These performances feature his recurring character Ferdinand, a seventeen-year-old experiencing newfound freedom, political awakening, and theatrical discovery during that transformative period. The productions examine how youth encountered politics and artistic expression in 1968. Caubère discussed these works in an interview with art critic Catherine Millet, published on May 1, 2018. The interview appeared on the artpress website, focusing on Caubère's artistic exploration of that historical moment through theater. His alter ego Ferdinand serves as a vehicle to explore themes of liberation and artistic engagement. The works specifically reference the Avignon Festival and the broader cultural shifts of 1968.