Pop star Madonna will be under scrutiny by German prosecutors Sunday as she performs on tour in Dusseldorf. In her performance, as part of an appeal to her audience to donate to AIDS charities, Madonna, wearing what appears to be a crown of thorns, sings from a mirrored Cross. People Magazine yesterday reported that authorities will be looking to see if the performance violates the ban against insulting religious beliefs in a manner that might disturb the peace.. Authorities do not plan to send observers to the concert, but instead will rely on media reports. The performance may be protected by German laws protecting artistic freedom. Madonna says: "I don't think Jesus would be mad at me and the message I'm trying to send."
UPDATE: It was reported on Aug. 22 that prosecutors have decided against opening an invetigation of Madonna's concert performance. (Myrtle Beach Sun-News.)
