The threat had been looming for a month, and since yesterday it is official: the Batofar is closing its doors by administrative order for 15 days. In its statement, the Batofar team says that following "various complaints and warnings" and on the decision of the police prefecture of the 13th arrondissement, all events planned until 14 June are cancelled.
The statement denounces the "marginalisation of a certain culture defended by many venues in France" and warns of the danger of a "standardised culture". On 15 June, business resumes with Sly of Saïan Supa Crew, Rainer Truby and Kyoto Jazz Massive.