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Sydney Unity Concert Cancelled After Greek Choir Withdraws

4/29/2026

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Concert for Hope and Unity in Sydney on 28 June was cancelled after Hellenic Choir withdrew, saying half voted to object to Sydney Jewish Choral Society, citing safety concerns.
The withdrawal prompted Anne Spira to say cancellation upset Jewish community and Vic Alhadeff to call it distressing.
The event, which secured $15,000 NSW government funding, will see James Tsolakis plan a similar Canberra performance next year after a Greek ambassador invitation.

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Concert for Hope and Unity in Sydney on 28 June was cancelled after Hellenic Choir withdrew, saying half voted to object to Sydney Jewish Choral Society, citing safety concerns.
The withdrawal prompted Anne Spira to say cancellation upset Jewish community and Vic Alhadeff to call it distressing.
The event, which secured $15,000 NSW government funding, will see James Tsolakis plan a similar Canberra performance next year after a Greek ambassador invitation.