Controversy Surrounds Russian Soprano's Berlin Opera Performance

Russian soprano Anna Netrebko performed in Berlin's State Opera for the first time since the start of the war in Ukraine, facing protests and some boos due to her past support for President Vladimir Putin. Despite the opposition, Netrebko received a warm ovation at her curtain call. Her return to major cultural institutions has been met with a mix of protests and cheers. While some argue that her statement against the war was clear enough, others believe her history of support for Putin sets her apart from less prominent Russian musicians who have condemned the war. Netrebko's future performances remain uncertain, with some being canceled under pressure, but she is scheduled to appear in Vienna, Milan, and Paris in the coming months.