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‘A simple statement of fact’:Musician in censorship firestorm hits back

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra said it made an “error” in cancelling the performance of a pianist who spoke out against the killing of journalists in Gaza.

  • byElizabeth Flux andKerrie O'Brien

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Orchestra cancels acclaimed pianist who acknowledged journalists killed in Gaza

Orchestra cancels acclaimed pianist who acknowledged journalists killed in Gaza

Pianist Jayson Gillham has said he was “surprised at the strength of the reaction” following his cancelled appearance by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

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All three of the American singer’s performances at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium were cancelled after two suspected extremists were arrested by Austrian police.

  • bySteve Bird
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Any fan of Oscar Wilde should enjoy this salacious twist on his masterpiece

Any fan of Oscar Wilde should enjoy this salacious twist on his masterpiece

This take on The Importance of Being Earnest isn’t just terrific fun,it’s tethered to a deep appreciation of the interplay between Wilde’s biography and his art.

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Australian musicians are calling for authorities to investigate the market power of major corporate players like Live Nation.

  • byLinda Morris