Controversy over Paris Olympics' Opening Ceremony

SOURCE www.hollywoodreporter.com
Barbara Butch faced death threats and cyber-harassment over her participation in the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony, which included a tableau resembling Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper.'

Key Points

  • Barbara Butch faced death threats and cyber-harassment for her participation in the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony
  • The tableau in question resembled Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper'
  • Organizers stated that the tableau was meant to reference the Greek god Dionysus
  • The performance was defended by the artistic director as a display of 'inclusion'