Anna Netrebko’s Prague recital on Oct. 16 has been canceled due to political pressures. In a statement, Nachtigall Artists Management said, “We agreed that we would give in to political pressure and that Anna would not demand compensation from either Nachtigall Artists Management or the Municipal House.” Alena Kunertová from the organizing agency added, “Netrebko was sorry for the situation, {…}

Political authorities in Prague are considering banning a concert by Anna Netrebko set to take place in the city in October. In a statement, Jiří Pospíšil, deputy mayor of Prague, said, “We will look for a way to end the concert.” He added that Netrebko’s concert was discussed with colleagues on Monday at the coalition council, and according to him, {…}