According to NOTUS, at least one musician has confirmed they are actively canceling an upcoming show, while others have expressed frustration, concern, or reluctance about returning in the future as the storied institution undergoes rapid leadership and branding changes.
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“I feel really badly for performers, not just for performers but for the people who work there,” one artist scheduled to appear at the center said anonymously, citing concerns about professional repercussions. “Kennedy Center is supposed to be a memorial, focusing on being nonpartisan. A place where people, it doesn’t matter what party they believe in, should be performing and experiencing the arts together regardless of what their party is. And it has not become that.”
Another artist who still plans to honor their scheduled date said they do not associate the building with Trump, describing the name change as a “stain” on the institution, even as they stopped short of canceling.
One musician told NOTUS they felt financially established acts could more easily take a stand, while smaller performers faced tougher choices.
The White House announced the board’s vote last week, part of a broader shakeup at the Kennedy Center that has included leadership changes and staff departures. Trump was elected chair of the board earlier this year after several board members were removed, and longtime president Deborah Rutter was ousted in February.
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Responses ranged from anger and disappointment to support for the decision. Some commenters questioned the speed at which the new signage appeared, while others applauded the move, with one writing, “Awesome!” and another adding, “WooHoo Winning…”
“The center is the nation’s cultural center, and it is for everybody,” comedian and independent producer Rola Z said in a statement. “As a comedian and show producer, my calling is to bring laughter to the community. Through bespoke shows, I strive to bring audacious perspectives and to showcase unique talent. Artists thrive in times of controversy, and we have a commitment to speak up when others shy away.”
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