"Manhattan School of Music offers world-class musical education at a reasonable price, " said interim President Marjorie Merryman.

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Chances of running into world-class musical talent in the lounges and elevators remain as high as ever--even if the performers themselves aren't.

FORBES: Where The Stars Stay

The arts centre in Cardiff Bay aims to provide a new world-class stage for full scale ballet, opera, musical theatre and dance.

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