Overview
- Pierre Gendronneau, appointed deputy director of the Festival d’Avignon in February 2023, announced his resignation effective June 13, 2025.
- The resignation follows accusations of sexual and sexist violence tied to a prior role at the Festival d’Automne in Paris, though no wrongdoing was found during his time at Avignon.
- An internal investigation conducted by cabinet Egaé in late 2024 cleared Gendronneau of any misconduct at the Festival d’Avignon.
- The Ministry of Culture triggered an Article 40 notification in November 2024, prompting the internal inquiry and contributing to a climate of suspicion.
- Preparations for the 79th Festival d’Avignon, scheduled for July 2025, continue under new leadership arrangements.