MinterEllison distances itself from Sydney Biennale as controversy deepens
March 19, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Filed under Arts, Local, News
Law firm MinterEllison has moved to distance itself from the Biennale of Sydney, asking for its logo to be removed from the festival’s list of partners and supporters following the opening night controversy involving American performer DJ Haram.
Major sponsor PwC pulls out of Biennale after DJ’s antisemitic chants
PwC has withdrawn its sponsorship and association from the Biennale of Sydney following controversy over antisemitic and antizionist remarks during the festival’s opening night on Friday.
Sydney Biennale criticised for one-sided anti-Israel focus
The 2026 Biennale of Sydney, which will open this Saturday, is facing criticism following claims in many artworks, exhibition texts, and related statements that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. This has raised questions about political bias in one of Australia’s major publicly funded arts festivals.
Sydney Biennale offers preview to Jewish leader amid anti-Zionist concerns
The Biennale of Sydney has sought to ease tensions with Jewish community groups by issuing formal anti-discrimination commitments and inviting a senior Jewish representative to an advance preview of its 2026 exhibition.
