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December 23, 2011

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Opera Boston, the city's second-largest opera company, says it will cease operations on Jan. 1. A statement from Opera Boston cited an "insurmountable budget deficit," and says it has no choice but to shut down.

Artistic Director Gil Rose offers his reaction.

Guest:

Gil Rose, artistic director, Opera Boston

This program aired on December 23, 2011.

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