Migrants occupy Paris theatre after free event leading to financial crisis

A Paris theatre, Gaité Lyrique, is facing bankruptcy after 350 migrants occupied it following a free event on December 10. The migrants, mostly from former West African colonies, refused to leave after the conference ended. The occupation has led to the cancellation of all performances until January 24, resulting in significant financial losses for the venue. The theatre's spokesperson reported losses in the hundreds of thousands of euros. The migrants claim to be under 18, seeking protection as unaccompanied minors. However, local officials assert that many are adults and had previously been living on the streets.