In a letter quoted by the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Wagner wrote: “I am truly sorry!” She invited Friedman to the festival. The cancellation of the commemorative concert had met with security concerns and sparked widespread criticism.
Friedman was scheduled to speak about antisemitism, Richard Wagner, and coming to terms with the past at the opening of the 150th Bayreuth Festival. The event had been canceled due to security concerns. Now it is to take place as planned, though some details still need to be clarified.
Source: www.sueddeutsche.de
