'Aida' musical canceled after row over 'cultural appropriation'

A musical production of the Aida opera has been cancelled after complaints of "cultural appropriation". 

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A theatre at the University of Bristol said all showings were dropped following a row over fears that white students would be cast to portray Ancient Egyptians and slaves.

"This show that was voted in by our members has since caused controversy in terms of racial diversity," the Music Theatre Bristol said on Facebook.  

“It is a great shame that we have had to cancel this show as of course we would not want to cause offence in any way as that was never our intention. Our intention was to tell this story, one which, surely is better heard than not performed." Read more...

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