2020 – Carlos Acosta becomes director of Birmingham Royal Ballet

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Carlos Acosta and Tony Iommi on Black Sabbath Bridge in Birmingham.The image was taken at the first ideation session between Carlos and Tony Iommi at the launch of Birmingham Royal Ballet's "Black Sabbath - The Ballet". Photo Drew Tommons

David Bintley stepped down as director of Birmingham Royal Ballet after nearly 20 years. His replacement was Cuban dancer Carlos Acosta.

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