A decision by Lithuania’s National Opera and Ballet Theatre to replace Tchaikovsky’s ‘Nutcracker’ with an Italian composer’s work sparked debate amidst ongoing tensions with Russia. Culture Minister Sarunas Birutis’ comments favoring Tchaikovsky ignited controversy, highlighting the struggle to separate politics from culture during wartime.
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A cultural casualty of war in Ukraine: Xmas classic ‘The Nutcracker’
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