Canadian opera singer replaced after he raised Palestinian flag

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Canadian opera singer replaced after he raised Palestinian flag. (2026, October 20). Al Jazeera. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/20/10-20-calgary-opera-palestine-clip?traffic_source=rss

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Al Jazeera · collected 2026-10-20

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Calgary’s opera house removed Canadian bass singer Gabriel Sanchez-Ortega from performing in future shows of "Tosca" because he displayed a Palestinian flag during a performance. Sanchez-Ortega claims to have no regrets about the gesture, which the opera venue described as unauthorized and a breach of their policies.

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On October 19, Gabriel Sanchez-Ortega, a bass-baritone singer with the Calgary Opera, was removed from future performances of "Tosca" after displaying a Palestinian flag during the opening-night curtain call in Calgary. The opera company stated that Sanchez-Ortega's actions were "unexpected and unauthorized," violating company policy on political protest within their artistic context. Despite being replaced for the remaining shows, Sanchez-Ortega claimed on Instagram that he had "no regret" over his actions and alleged financial threats against the Calgary Opera due to his removal. The opera house maintained its commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment for all involved in the performances.

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