Peter Martins, leader of the NYC Ballet, is retiring amid misconduct investigation
The longtime leader of the New York City Ballet is retiring in the midst of an investigation into accusations of sexual misconduct.
The New York Times reports Peter Martins wrote a letter to the company’s board of directors on Monday announcing his retirement.
The 71-year-old Martins told board members he continues to deny that he sexually harassed or abused members of the company.
City Ballet announced last month that Martins would take a leave of absence from the company and its School of American Ballet during an independent investigation. The company hired a law firm to conduct the investigation after receiving an anonymous letter accusing Martins of harassment.
Board chairman Charles Scharf has issued a statement thanking Martins for his contributions. But Scharf says the investigation is continuing.
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