Wig ban only lasts a day in Senegal theatre after backlash

A recent decision to ban wigs in a theatre in Senegal turned out to be a very short one. After a huge backlash from the artistic community, the ban was lifted after just one day.

The theatre had implemented the ban citing hygiene and safety concerns, claiming that wigs posed a fire hazard and could be a hiding spot for prohibited items. However, the decision drew fierce criticism from actors and the wider public, who saw it as a censorship attempt and an attack on cultural expression.

Despite the controversy, the theatre has now reinstated the use of wigs for performances, albeit with strict guidelines on safety and security. This U-turn decision has led to a tempered celebration among the artistic community, with some still questioning if the underlying issue of censorship has been truly addressed.

Learn more about this development and its implications for the arts community in Senegal.