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Darcey Bussell on the physical strain of being a ballerina
Darcey Bussell talks about the physical strain of ballet and her retirement in 2007. Her love of dance endures, resulting in her new role as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing.
Originally broadcast on Front Row 6 Sep 2012 BBC Radio 4
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