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Ellie Muir

English National Opera in chaos after music director resigns suddenly over ‘severe cuts’

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The English National Opera is facing upheaval after its music director quit suddenly over proposed funding cuts.

Martyn Brabbins announced his resignation on Sunday, saying proposals by management in the wake of Arts Council England “interference” would “drive a coach and horses” through the company’s artistic integrity.

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