Federal court case of classical pianist who alleges Melbourne Symphony Orchestra unlawfully discriminated due to his views begins
The judge hearing the case of a classical pianist who alleges the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra unlawfully discriminated against him because of his views on Israeli forces killing Palestianian journalists says the matter will not be a “roving inquiry” over conflict in the Middle East.
Pianist Jayson Gillham is suing the MSO over a cancelled Melbourne concert he was contracted to perform on 15 August 2024, a cancellation which he claims was an attempt to silence him over his stance on the Gaza conflict.
Continue reading...This article was originally published by The Guardian and written by Nino Bucci justice and courts reporter.
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