Protesters outside a community theater production of “The Diary of Anne Frank” in Michigan waved Nazi flags, leaving performers and attendees shaken. Despite the protesters being removed from the property, the cast was informed of the situation during intermission. Livingston County Sheriff’s deputies were called, but no physical altercation occurred. The incident has been condemned by the Michigan Anti-Defamation League. The Fowlerville Community Theater drew parallels between the play, centered on the Holocaust, and the real-life events that unfolded outside the performance. The theater expressed that the presence of protesters gave them a glimpse of the fear and uncertainty felt by those in hiding during the Holocaust. The incident occurred in a politically charged atmosphere in Michigan, a swing state that helped elect President-elect Donald Trump. The theater emphasized the importance of telling the story of those who lost their lives in the Holocaust and condemned the hateful display outside of their production. Despite the shocking display, the cast finished the performance with strength and professionalism, embodying the resilience and spirit of those who suffered during the Holocaust.
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Protesters display Nazi flags during performance of ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’ in Michigan
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