Artists Withdraw from Kennedy Center Over Trump Name Controversy
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The composer of Wicked, Stephen Schwartz, and other artists have canceled appearances at the Kennedy Center following its decision to include Donald Trump's name in the venue's name, citing it as an ideological statement and a departure from the center's original apolitical mission. The Kennedy Center's board renamed the venue to include Trump's name, leading to protests, cancellations, and political backlash.
Topics:entertainment#artistic-expression#cancellations#culture#kennedy-center#political-controversy#trump-name-change
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