Staff members at La Fenice, a prestigious opera house in Venice, Italy, are protesting the appointment of Beatrice Venezi as the new conductor, citing her lack of experience.
The staff has announced plans to go on strike in response to her appointment. Bianca Hillier from The World reports on this development.
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Author's summary: Staff protest new conductor.