Row erupts after Venice opera house hires conductor linked to Meloni government

<p>Musicians and staff at the theatre say Beatrice Venezi is not experienced enough for the role and should be replaced</p><p>Venice’s prestigious La Fenice opera house is embroiled in controversy over the hiring of a conductor with close ties to Giorgia Meloni’s far-right government.</p><p>The theatre’s orchestra musicians and staff are calling for Beatrice Venezi’s appointment as music director to be revoked, claiming she does not have enough experience for the high-profile role and was picked only because of her government connections.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/music/2025/oct/01/row-erupts-after-venice-opera-house-hires-conductor-linked-to-meloni-government">Continue reading...</a>