Drag Queens Spark Controversy in Olympic Opening Ceremony Parody
Paris 2024 Sets Stage for Art and Outrage
The Last Supper, Reimagined
The opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris has stirred controversy after a performance that parodied Leonardo da Vinci's iconic fresco, The Last Supper. The performance, featuring drag queens dressed as Jesus and his apostles, has drawn both praise and condemnation from social media users and religious groups.
Entitled "The Queens' Supper," the performance was part of a larger artistic segment of the ceremony celebrating the diversity and inclusivity of the Olympic movement. However, many have criticized the portrayal of religious figures in a non-traditional manner, calling it disrespectful and offensive to Catholics.
In a statement, the organizers of the Olympic Games defended the performance as a celebration of artistic freedom and diversity. They emphasized that the ceremony was intended to be a platform for all cultures and perspectives, including those that challenge traditional norms.
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