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Scottish Theatre Cancels Reginald D Hunter Show Following Antisemitism Claims

The cancellation comes after Israeli audience members were heckled during the comedian's Edinburgh Fringe performance.

  • Eastwood Theatre in Giffnock canceled the show citing 'controversial comments' made by Hunter.
  • The comedian compared Israel to an abusive partner, prompting objections and heckling from the audience.
  • Hunter apologized for the incident but defended his boundary-pushing humor as part of his job.
  • Police Scotland is reviewing the incident, which has been labeled as a 'hate incident'.
  • All ticket holders for the canceled show will receive refunds, according to East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure.
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