 The famous Parisian drag and cabaret club Chez Michou has closed down after nearly 70 years in business. The venue, which inspired the French comedy film La Cage aux Folles and the Hollywood remake The Birdcage, said a lack of bookings had put it into financial difficulty. It said strikes, protests, parking issues and the impact of the Covid pandemic had all played a role. Chez Michou was run by Michel Cattie, an eccentric figure in Parisian nightlife. BBC News.