Democratic Senators to Host Pride Event at Kennedy Center in Protest of Trump Takeover
Five Democratic senators will host a Pride concert at the Kennedy Center in protest of President Trump’s takeover of the institution.
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PBS and NPR Face Federal Defunding as White House Pushes to Codify Budget Cuts
In a dramatic escalation of ongoing efforts to defund public media, the White House has formally asked Congress to rescind $1.
Kennedy Center Ignores Trumps 'NO MORE DRAG SHOWS' Directive For 2025/2026 Season
The Kennedy Center's 2025–2026 season includes slate of theatrical programming that includes several productions featuring drag - despite public statements from President Donald Trump promising to eliminate such content from the federally supported institution.
Deborah Rutter Releases Statement in Response to Trump Kennedy Center Takeover
Ousted Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter released statement in response to allegations by members of the Trump administration regarding the financial health and past stewardship of the John F.
Liza Minnelli and Michael Feinstein Speak Out Against Recent Attacks on LGBTQ+ Artistry
Broadway legend and longtime ally of the LGBTQ+ community, Liza Minnelli, has issued a powerful statement of solidarity following what she calls “a bigoted attack on the arts.
New York Extends and Expands Broadway Tax Credit Through 2027 Amid Federal Arts Cuts
Amid federal reductions in arts funding, New York State is reinforcing its commitment to the creative economy.
DEAD OUTLAW Cancels Appearance at the Library of Congress
The Broadway production of Dead Outlaw has cancelled their upcoming appearance at the Library of Congress.
Trump Will Institute 100% Tariff on Films Made Outside of United States
President Trump shared that he will institute a 100% tariff on all movies coming into the United States that were made in other countries.
AFM Local 802 Union President Decries Trump Termination Of NEA Grants
Musicians union AFM Local 802 President Bob Suttmann has issued a statement following the news that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is cancelling grants following President Trump's attempt to eliminate the NEA:
San Francisco International Arts Festival $20K NEA Grant Withdrawn Mid-Program
San Francisco International Arts Festival has lost a 20K NEA pledge in the midst of its two-week program due to Trump cuts to the agency.
NEA Terminates Grants Following Trump’s Proposal to Eliminate the Agency
The National Endowment for the Arts has canceled numerous grants to arts organizations following President Trump's proposal to eliminate the agency, impacting theaters and nonprofits across the U.
Actors’ Equity Condemns Trump’s Plan to Defund the National Endowment for the Arts
Actors' Equity Association is raising alarm over President Donald Trump’s latest budget proposal, which calls for the elimination of federal funding for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and other cultural agencies.
Trump Proposes Cutting the National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities
The President submitted his 2026 budget proposal, which calls for the elimination of several government agencies in order to 'reach balance and restore confidence in America's fiscal management'.
Kennedy Center Cancels Pride Events Amid Trump Takeover
Following sweeping leadership changes under Donald Trump, the Kennedy Center has quietly canceled or relocated its Tapestry of Pride events, originally set for June 5–8 as part of WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.
More Staff Dismissals At Kennedy Center As Trump Takeover Continues
At least six staffers at the Kennedy Center were dismissed Friday.
Trump Admin Seeks to Cut $1.1 Billion in Funding for NPR, PBS, and Local Public Media
The White House is preparing to ask Congress to rescind more than $1 billion in federal funding for public broadcasting, in a move that could wipe out nearly all federal support for NPR, PBS, and their local affiliates,
Federal Court Denies Preliminary Injunction Against NEA's Gender Ideology Funding Ban
A federal court declined to issue an injunction against the National Endowment for the Arts over a funding restriction tied to 'gender ideology,' but warned the ban likely violates the First Amendment.
Creators Pull FELLOW TRAVELERS Opera From Kennedy Center Lineup Amid Trump Takeover
Opera Fellow Travelers has been pulled from the Kennedy Center's 2025-26 season by its creators, who objected to President Trump's leadership following his appointment as chairman.
LEGALLY BLONDE Postponed at the Kennedy Center
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Kennedy Center Lays Off Social Impact Team
In the wake of Trump's takeover, The Kennedy Center has laid off its social impact team.
Gianandrea Noseda Extends With National Symphony Orchestra Through 2031
Gianandrea Noseda will remain National Symphony Orchestra music director through 2031, as the Kennedy Center adjusts to recent changes under President Trump.
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