""This important decision, based on input from many Highly Respected Experts, will take a tired, broken, and dilapidated Center, one that has been in bad condition, both financially and structurally for many years, and turn it into a World Class Bastion of Arts, Music, and Entertainment,""
""Leading performing arts groups have pulled out of appearances, most recently, composer Philip Glass, who announced his decision to withdraw his Symphony No. 15 "Lincoln" because he said the values of the center today are in "direct conflict" with the message of the piece.""
""The proposal, he said, is subject to approval by the board of the Kennedy Center, which has been stocked with his hand-picked allies.""
President Donald Trump announced plans to close the Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July for construction. The announcement followed cancellations after Trump ousted previous leadership and added his name to the building. The plan is subject to approval by the Kennedy Center board, which Trump chairs and has stocked with hand-picked allies. Trump described the center as tired, broken, and dilapidated and promised to turn it into a world-class arts venue. Leading groups have pulled performances, including composer Philip Glass and the Washington National Opera. A spokesperson did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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