A cast member at the Royal Opera House caused a stir by unfurling a Palestinian flag during the curtain call of Il Trovatore. Staff attempted to remove the flag from the performer who resisted and held onto it. Audience members witnessed the incident, describing it as extraordinary, as the performer stood firm without acknowledging the audience or bowing. Directed by Adele Thomas, the production is a reimagined version of Verdi's classic opera, lasting two and a half hours. The Royal Opera House has not yet commented on the incident.
At the Royal Opera House, one of the cast unfurled a Palestinian flag at the encore. Someone from the opera house/company then came on stage from the wings to try to remove the flag from the cast member who wrestled it back and refused to give it up during Il Trovatore.
Extraordinary scenes at the Royal Opera House tonight. During the curtain call for Il trovatore one of the background artists came on stage waving a Palestine flag. Just stood there, no bowing or shouting.
Controversy at the end of Trovatore when an extra or chorus member unfurled a Palestinian flag. An off-stage manager tried to grapple with him but he held his ground.
Directed by Adele Thomas, Il Trovatore is a reimagining of Verdi's classic, exploring themes of desire and a devastating curse.
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