The Monnot Theater’s management announced on Wednesday evening the cancellation of the world premiere of Wajdi Mouawad’s “Wedding Day at the Cro-Magnons,” scheduled for April 30th. The decision comes in the wake of a campaign against Wajdi Mouawad accusing him of normalization with Israel.
“This difficult decision was taken because of inadmissible pressure and serious threats made to the Monnot Theater by activists against artists and technicians, whose courage we wish to salute. These disapproving activists, who carried out all sorts of intimidation, and disseminating hostile and defamatory remarks, have also filed a complaint against Wajdi Mouawad with the military prosecutor’s office,” read a statement issued by the theater’s management team.
“The safety of our staff, as well as the teams we welcome, and our public is our absolute priority,” said the Monnot’s management team, who admitted being “deeply disappointed by this situation.”
“While affirming our attachment to freedom of expression, we are committed to pursuing the provision of quality theatrical work against all odds,” concluded the statement.
