Tag: Philip Glass
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Philip Glass Cancels Kennedy Center Premiere Amid Political Controversy
Background to the dispute Renowned American composer Philip Glass has withdrawn a major new work planned for the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, citing ongoing political controversy surrounding the institution. The development marks a rare public rift between a leading contemporary composer and a flagship arts venue that has long positioned itself as a beacon…
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Philip Glass pulls Kennedy Center premiere amid controversy
Overview: a high-profile withdrawal that highlights an ongoing clash between art and politics Renowned American composer Philip Glass has reportedly withdrawn a major new work from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., amid fierce political controversy surrounding the venue’s leadership and programming. The move is one of the most consequential public breakups between an artist…
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Philip Glass pulls Kennedy Center premiere amid political controversy
Overview: a major withdrawal in the wake of political controversy In a move that highlights the fraught relationship between art and politics, renowned American composer Philip Glass has withdrawn a highly anticipated premiere from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The decision comes as controversy surrounding the venue’s leadership and direction under President Donald Trump’s…