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  • In short: The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra admits it made an error when it pulled pianist Jayson Gillham from an upcoming performance over comments he made about the killing of journalists in Gaza.

  • The MSO said it made an "error" in cancelling his performance, but maintains their concert was not an appropriate place to express personal views.

  • What's next? The orchestra's August 15 concert, which was expected to go ahead without Mr Gillham, has now been cancelled due to security issues but the MSO wants to reschedule the performance.

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[–] hitmyspot@aussie.zone 2 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

And likewise of someone is offered a platform, and uses it in a way you don't like, if you then censure them, there will be consequences.

Similar happened to Sydney theater compnay. They lost money but retained dignity. https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/the-sydney-theatre-company-controversy-explained/wht4qwxn5