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Antonin Artaud Foundation

The Antonin Artaud Foundation is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the works and legacy of Antonin Artaud, a renowned French playwright, poet, and theorist known for his revolutionary ideas about theater, particularly the concept of the "Theater of Cruelty." Founded in 1980, the foundation aims to safeguard Artaud's writings, manuscripts, and artistic contributions, ensuring that his innovative approaches to performance and expression are acknowledged and studied. It supports research, publications, and exhibitions, fostering a deeper understanding of Artaud's influence on modern art and theater.