Britain’s two leading arts festivals are weathering the effects of the financial squeeze by turning to overseas governments and cultural bodies for support.
Both the Edinburgh International Festival, celebrating its 65th year, and its newer Manchester counterpart have raised more than ever before from foreign sources keen to promote their own countries’ culture, or to share the cost of new work.
One of the highlights of this year’s events at Edinburgh, which starts in August, will be the visit of the National Ballet of China, with its own symphony orchestra, presenting The Peony Pavilion for three nights.
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