The Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and their chief conductor have sent a visual protest to Arts Cancel England (ACE) over its cuts to Northern Ballet that have left artists dancing to a pre-recorded tape.
The sooner the new Government stops the ACE rot the better.
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