Category: Kennedy, John F, Center for the Performing Arts

Trump Air Force One Photos Fuel Kennedy Center Demolition Speculation

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Images captured through the windows of Air Force One showed President Trump reviewing a poster with the title “Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED.”
Kennedy Center Defends Closure as Necessary for Public Safety

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The institution shut its doors to the public on Tuesday in a decision that a federal judge will scrutinize.
Kennedy Center Is in Limbo After Building Was Abruptly Shuttered

The New York Times – Music:
The public is not allowed inside but some staff members continued to report to work after officials temporarily closed the main building, citing hazardous conditions.
Trump’s Name Must Stay Off Kennedy Center, Judge Rules

The New York Times – Music:
A federal judge told center officials at a hearing that he would not approve a plan to inscribe President Trump’s name on the building.
Ousted Kennedy Center Chairman Buys Dismantled ‘Blue’ Sculpture

The New York Times – On the Runway:
David Rubenstein purchased the sculpture, which was removed from the center last week, from the artist’s foundation. He will display it at the National Gallery of Art.
As War Grinds On, Trump Relishes Renovation Projects

The New York Times – On the Runway:
President Trump is basking in the momentum of the various projects he has spurred around downtown Washington.
Judge Says Trump’s Name Should Stay Off Kennedy Center for Now

The New York Times – Music:
After the court forced the removal of the president’s name from the building’s title, the center devised a plan to add an inscription honoring President Trump.
Trump Lawyers Warn That Kennedy Center Might Need Demolition if Not Fixed

The New York Times – Music:
In a court filing about honoring President Trump on the facade, the administration said that without a proper renovation the building might need to be “taken down.”
The National Symphony Orchestra’s Next Season Will Be Miles From the Kennedy Center

The New York Times – Music:
The orchestra will play in six halls in the Washington area and tour to five states as the center moves to shut down for a two-year overhaul.
Judge Awards $250,000 to Musician Who Fled Trump-Led Kennedy Center Gig

The New York Times – Music:
The center had sued Chuck Redd when he canceled a free concert last year, citing the addition of the Trump name to the venue. But a judge dismissed the case.
Philip Glass Withdraws From Kennedy Center, as Its Symphony Vows to Play On

Amid cancellations and turmoil, the National Symphony Orchestra is planning to stay. “I cannot make everybody happy,” its conductor said.
Renée Fleming Won’t Perform at Kennedy Center Concerts

The soprano, who previously resigned as an artistic adviser, was scheduled to sing with the National Symphony Orchestra in May.