Perth's fringe festival under fire for 'gag order' clause in artist contracts
by Kelly Burke from Environment | The Guardian on (#5BT3W)
After protests last year over the festival's principal sponsor, fossil fuel giant Woodside, it has introduced new rules for performers and producers
Australia's first fringe festival for 2021 has become mired in controversy over a clause in performer and promoter contracts to deter criticism of the event's sponsors.
Perth's Fringe World, which opens on 15 January, attracted criticism and protests earlier this year over its longstanding sponsorship by fossil fuel giant Woodside.
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