The Kennedy Centre has cancelled a Pride concert featuring the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC, and the National Symphony Orchestra, as part of WorldPride 2025. The cancellation surprised the chorus, which expressed disappointment, highlighting music's role in fostering understanding and love. In response, the chorus plans to perform the piece at their upcoming Choral Festival. The centre's recent leadership changes, particularly under President Trump, have led to cancellations and controversy over its programming's artistic direction, further complicating its relationship with community events like the Pride concert.
We believe in the power of music to educate and uplift, to foster love, understanding, and community, and we regret that this opportunity has been taken away.
While we are saddened by the decision, we are committed to this work and to our mission of raising our voices for equality for all.
We will continue to advocate for artistic expression that reflects the depth and diversity of our community and country.
We're going to make sure that it's good and it's not going to be woke. There's no more of that.
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