Following significant funding cuts, the National Theatre Wales announced its closure. Actor Michael Sheen will fund and direct a new theatre set to open in 2026, focusing on Welsh culture. A report highlights Wales' poor spending on culture and sports compared to other European nations, raising concerns about the future of Welsh cultural identity. The Bristol Old Vic also faces challenges, discontinuing its undergraduate theatre degrees due to financial issues. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)