A community dance company that has been an integral part of Cardiff's history for nearly 50 years is under threat. Rubicon Dance is a social arts organisation that has been delivering dance to people of all ages and abilities since 1975.
Prince George and his sister Princess Charlotte were treated to a performance by schoolchildren from the group when they visited Cardiff Castle as part of the Queen's Jubilee celebrations in June this year. But the board that runs the organisation has issued an urgent appeal for held after what has been described as a "serious financial issue" was uncovered by a newly-appointed senior leadership team.
A spokesman for the company said: "Our finances are in a difficult position and we face an extremely tough few months. A serious incident has been reported to the Charities Commission and a thorough investigation will take place. Since this discovery the board and senior leadership team have been engaging with our staff, stakeholders, and funders, including the Arts Council of Wales, in an attempt to resolve the situation. There is a strong undercurrent of support from many sources including the Arts Council of Wales which reinforces our determination to secure the future of Rubicon."
