Anna Netrebko, the acclaimed Russian soprano, faced significant backlash from leading opera companies following her support for President Putin after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. While her engagements at prestigious European venues like Zurich and the Royal Opera in London signify a comeback, she remains absent from the Metropolitan Opera in New York, which severed ties with her three years ago. The Met's general manager, Peter Gelb, expressed doubts about her attempt to separate from the war effort, stating she filed a lawsuit against the Met for discrimination, which is still pending.
Anna Netrebko's return to European opera houses post-invasion of Ukraine signifies a complex relationship with the industry, highlighting the tension between artistry and political affiliations.
Despite being welcomed back by major opera companies in Europe, the Metropolitan Opera continues to distance itself from Anna Netrebko due to her past support for Putin.
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