Theatres Against Women

Theatres Against Women was a controversial movement in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries that aimed to restrict women’s participation in theater. Advocates believed women’s presence and performances challenged social morals and decorum, prompting censorship and stricter regulations. The movement reflected broader societal debates about gender roles, morality, and public entertainment, often arguing that women’s involvement undermined family values. While it sought to preserve social order, it also contributed to ongoing struggles for women’s artistic freedom and equal rights within cultural spaces.