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Matisyahu accuses venues of antisemitism after gigs cancelled amid anti-Israel protests

Staff at sold-out concerts in Arizona and New Mexico refuse to work after venues targeted by protesters

February 16, 2024 14:51
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Matisyahu performs at European Maccabi Games in 2015 in Berlin, Germany (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
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Sold-out Matisyahu concerts in Arizona and New Mexico have been cancelled after anti-Israel protesters targeted the theatres where he had been due to perform.

The American singer accused the venues of antisemitism after staff refused to work and the organisers cited “safety concerns”.

Protesters objected to the Jewish singer’s support for Israel and staff then refused to work.

Matisyahu said he offered to pay for additional staffing and security but had been rebuffed.