Shadow Minister for Equality Mohammad Asghar voiced his displeasure at the Arts Council of Wales’ decision to withdraw funding for Gwent Theatre in the Senedd on Wednesday.
The Theatre is set to lose £250,000 of funding.
Mr Asghar backed up comments from Conservative colleagues Nick Ramsay and William Graham, adding: “I am very disappointed by the decision of the Arts Council of Wales to withdraw funding for Gwent Theatre.
“The company has put together diverse material aimed at inspiring teachers, pupils and the wider community. Among the recent productions funded by Gwent Theatre has been the reworking of Shakespearian plays for younger audiences.
“This particular decision will impact upon many, considering Gwent Theatre’s wide reach across South Wales East, and will leave many from deprived communities in the area lacking a key service”.
