Kennedy Center Staff Face Furloughs for Trump Renovation
#KennedyCenter #TrumpRenovationKennedy Center staff face furloughs and department reductions during a two-year renovation project initiated by President Trump. Center President Richard Grenell warned of "skeletal teams" during the closure, with construction set to begin in early July. read more
Trump Shuts Kennedy Center for Major Two-Year Renovation
#KennedyCenter #TrumpAdministrationPresident Trump says the Kennedy Center will not be demolished but must close for two years for major renovations. He cites extensive deferred maintenance, estimating a $200 million cost for comprehensive upgrades and "the highest-grade everything." read more
Trump Shutters Kennedy Center for Two-Year Renovation
#KennedyCenter #TrumpAdministrationThe Kennedy Center will halt entertainment events for two years starting July 4th for renovations, as announced by Donald Trump. The venue has faced performer cancellations and low ticket sales since his leadership overhaul. read more
Kennedy Center Programming Chief Quits After Five Days
#KennedyCenter #USPoliticsThe Kennedy Center's new head of artistic programming resigned after just five days. This follows the controversial Trump-appointed board renaming the institution and artists boycotting over political changes at the historic arts venue. read more
Kennedy Center Appointee Resigns Amid Artistic Exodus
#KennedyCenter #LeadershipTurmoilKevin Couch resigned as Kennedy Center VP less than two weeks after his hiring. His departure follows leadership changes and the controversial renaming to "Trump-Kennedy Center," which has prompted artist protests and declining ticket sales. read more
JD Vance and Usha Vance heckled at Kennedy Center concert
#KennedyCenter #DonaldTrumpJD Vance and Usha Vance faced jeers at a concert in Washington, D.C., as Donald Trump's presence at the Kennedy Center sparked controversy against "woke" culture. The venue attracts many visitors and was unsettled after Trump took control, stirring continued backlash. read more
Trump's MAGA Appointment at Kennedy Center Causes Ticket Sales Plunge
#TrumpTakeover #KennedyCenterDonald Trump took control of the Kennedy Center, resulting in a 50% drop in ticket sales. He replaced the leadership with a MAGA loyalist, causing artists like Issa Rae and Louise Penny to cancel appearances. The move aims to bring a "Golden Age of the Arts" to the institution. read more
Trump's Changes at Kennedy Center Spark Controversy and Resignations
#KennedyCenter #TrumpAdministrationThe Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., faced changes under Trump as he ousted leadership, filled the board with supporters, and announced himself as chair. Performances were canceled, seemingly due to financial issues. Artists and consultants have resigned in response. . read more
Celebrities Distance Themselves from Kennedy Center Amid Trump Takeover
#KennedyCenter #TrumpTakeoverPerformers such as Issa Rae, Shonda Rhimes, and Ben Folds distance themselves from the Kennedy Center after Donald Trump's takeover, leading to cancellations and resignations. Stars cite values clash and lack of support as reasons for disassociation. read more
Rhimes and Folds Resign from Kennedy Center Over Trump Appointment
#KennedyCenter #ResignationWaveShonda Rhimes and Ben Folds resign from Kennedy Center after Trump becomes chairman, leading to a wave of resignations. Trump aims to make the center "special" but faces backlash. Rhimes steps down as treasurer, Folds resigns as artistic adviser. read more
Trump Named Chair of Kennedy Center, Arts Community Expresses Concerns
#DonaldTrump #KennedyCenterDonald Trump has been elected as the new chair of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, following a board vote. He appointed loyalists to the board, including making his foreign policy adviser interim director. Critics fear censorship and politicization of the arts. read more
President Trump named chairman of Kennedy Center amid backlash
#KennedyCenter #DonaldTrumpThe board of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts confirmed Trump as chairman, aiming to end "woke" performances. Trump promises a "Golden Age in Arts and Culture." Changes are expected to appeal more to conservatives. read more
Trump Appoints Loyalist Ric Grenell to Lead Kennedy Center
#RicGrenell #KennedyCenterDonald Trump appoints Ric Grenell, a loyalist, as interim executive director of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, alarming concerns about art politicization. The move follows Trump's dismissal of board members and opposition to drag shows, contradicting past support for the center. read more
President Trump to Lead Kennedy Center Board, Dismisses Members
#Trump #KennedyCenterFormer President Donald Trump announces his appointment as chairman of the Kennedy Center, accusing the current chairman of not sharing his vision and criticizing "drag shows" at the center. Trump plans to dismiss board members and take control, facing opposition. read more
Trump Declares Plans to Lead Kennedy Center for Arts Revival
#KennedyCenter #TrumpChairmanThe Kennedy Center in Washington was illuminated in blue to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the UN in 2015. President Trump announced his appointment as the new chairman and the removal of several board members to revitalize the center. read more