Wiener Festwochen disinvites Peter Thiel after backlash
The Wiener Festwochen festival, led by artistic director Milo Rau, has rescinded its invitation to libertarian tech entrepreneur Peter Thiel. Thiel had been scheduled to participate in a discussion, but the invitation was withdrawn due to significant public opposition. The festival's decision to disinvite Thiel marks a reversal of its earlier stance, reflecting the controversy surrounding his political views.
Key facts
- Milo Rau is the artistic director of Wiener Festwochen.
- Peter Thiel is a right-libertarian tech entrepreneur.
- Thiel was originally invited to participate in a discussion at the festival.
- The invitation was withdrawn due to public backlash.
- The festival reversed its earlier decision to include Thiel.
Entities
Artists
- Milo Rau
Institutions
- Wiener Festwochen
Locations
- Vienna
- Austria