Rachida Dati Orders Review of Puy du Fou's Exclusion from Pass Culture
The French Culture Minister has called for a reassessment of the eligibility criteria after criticism over the exclusion of the historical theme park from the youth cultural subsidy program.
- The Puy du Fou, a historical theme park in Vendée, is currently ineligible for the Pass Culture, which offers €300 to French youth for cultural activities.
- Critics, including RN deputy Anne Sicard, argue that the park's exclusion is unjust, given its focus on live historical performances, which align with the program's goals of promoting live arts.
- Culture Minister Rachida Dati acknowledged concerns about the exclusion and announced plans to review the park's eligibility and diversify the Pass Culture's strategic committee.
- The Pass Culture program has faced broader scrutiny, with a recent Cour des comptes report highlighting its limited impact and significant spending on non-traditional cultural activities like escape games.
- The Puy du Fou has also faced criticism from historians for alleged historical inaccuracies and controversial narratives in its performances.
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