The performances were canceled amid fears the scene could trigger violence among the nations Muslim community.
Hmmmm....interesting, isn't it, that they aren't concerned about the Christians or Buddhists (or surfers)?
But Mrs Merkel denounced "self-censorship out of fear" as unacceptable, reflecting a mood of national indignation that was not limited to the arts set but cut right across all social lines.
WOW, a leader with courage and backbone...the show must go on.
"self-censorship out of fear"
Someone has been telling her about islam...