Russian soprano Anna Netrebko on August 4 sued the Metropolitan Opera in New York and general manager Peter Gelb, alleging defamation, breach of contract, and other violations related to the opera’s decision to drop her following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The suit asks for at least $360,000 in damages for lost performance and rehearsal fees. Netrebko claims the Met caused “severe mental anguish and emotional distress” that included “depression, humiliation, embarrassment, stress and anxiety, and emotional pain and suffering.” The Met dropped her from future engagements shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. To read the original story by AP, click here.
Russian Soprano Netrebko Sues Met Opera Over Its Decision To Cut Ties
Russian opera singer Anna Netrebko (file photo)