BC Theatre Cancels Play Set in Israel Over Concerns of Raising Tensions in Community

People wave Palestinian flags while marching after a pro-Palestinian demonstration in Vancouver on Oct. 19, 2023. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck

A theatre in British Columbia has cancelled the presentation of a play set in Israel following a petition over its content.

The Belfry Theatre in Victoria issued a statement on Jan. 2, saying it would not be presenting “The Runner” at the SPARK Festival in March.