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Philip Glass cancels ‘Lincoln’ symphony premiere at Kennedy Center amid Trump leadership changes

January 28, 2026 0 views 1 min read
Philip Glass cancels ‘Lincoln’ symphony premiere at Kennedy Center amid Trump leadership changes
Philip Glass canceled the premiere of his Lincoln symphony at the Kennedy Center, citing disagreements with its current leadership. His decision comes as more artists pull out of the venue following changes made after Donald Trump took control. The controversy has raised questions about artistic freedom, leadership influence, and the future direction of Americas top arts center.