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Philip Glass cancels Kennedy Center premiere of ‘Lincoln’ symphony amid massive upheaval

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World-renowned composer Philip Glass abruptly canceled June's world premiere of Symphony No. 15 "Lincoln" at the Kennedy Center, saying its message does not align with the vision for th

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Deadline
Philip Glass Withdraws "Lincoln" Symphony Premiere From Kennedy Center (opens Deadline)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Composer and pianist Philip Glass is the latest artist to sever ties with the Kennedy Center over the institution's take-over by Donald Trump.
MyNorthwest
Philip Glass cancels Kennedy Center symphony premiere in protest of Trump's leadership (opens MyNorthwest)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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NEW YORK (AP) — Prize-winning composer Philip Glass has called off a scheduled world premiere at the Kennedy Center of a symphony about Abraham Lincoln, the
NBC Los Angeles
Philip Glass withdraws 'Lincoln' symphony from the Kennedy Center (opens NBC Los Angeles)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Composer Philip Glass announced that he is withdrawing his symphony from the Kennedy Center, pointing to the arts center's values and leadership.
Entertainment Weekly
Oscar nominee cancels Kennedy Center symphony over 'direct conflict' with Trump leadership (opens Entertainment Weekly)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Oscar-nominated composer Philip Glass has canceled his Abraham Lincoln symphony at the Kennedy Center over 'direct conflict' with Donald Trump's leadership.
Rolling Stone
Phililp Glass Cancels 'Lincoln' Symphony Premiere at Kennedy Center (opens Rolling Stone)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Phililp Glass canceled the Kennedy Center premiere of his new symphony, inspired by Abraham Lincoln, in protest of Donald Trump's takeover.
The Guardian
Philip Glass withdraws world premiere of his Lincoln symphony from Kennedy Center (opens The Guardian)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Composer says values of Trump-dominated Kennedy Center ‘are in direct conflict’ with symphony’s message
Forbes
Philip Glass Withdraws Symphony Premiere From Kennedy Center (opens Forbes)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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The composer said the values of the Kennedy Center under President Trump’s leadership conflict with the message of his Lincoln-themed Symphony No. 15.
Variety
Philip Glass Withdraws Symphony Debut From Kennedy Center (opens Variety)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Philip Glass is the latest artist to distance himself from the Kennedy Center.
NBC News
Composer Philip Glass withdraws 'Lincoln' symphony from the Kennedy Center (opens NBC News)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Composer Philip Glass announced Tuesday that he is withdrawing his symphony from the Kennedy Center, pointing to the arts center's values and leadership.
Washingtonian
Philip Glass Pulls Symphony From Kennedy Center (opens Washingtonian)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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The composer says the center's values "are in direct conflict with the message" of the work, which is based on an Abraham Lincoln speech.
The Columbian
Philip Glass cancels Kennedy Center premiere of ‘Lincoln’ symphony amid massive upheaval (opens The Columbian)
Published Jan 27, 2026
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World-renowned composer Philip Glass abruptly canceled June's world premiere of Symphony No. 15 "Lincoln" at the Kennedy Center, saying its message does not align with the vision for th
CBS News
Philip Glass withdraws premiere of new symphony from Kennedy Center, saying values are in (opens CBS News)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Composer Philip Glass has called off the premiere of his new symphony at the Kennedy Center, citing the performing arts venue's new leadership.
Washington Examiner
Composer Philip Glass cancels Kennedy Center performance of 'Lincoln' (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Philip Glass pulled a performance at the Kennedy Center due to an irreconcilable clash between his artistic message and the institution.
Breitbart News
Composer Philip Glass Cancels Kennedy Center 'Lincoln' Premiere in Protest of Trump’s Leadership (opens Breitbart News)
Published Jan 26, 2026
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Prize-winning composer Philip Glass has called off a scheduled world premiere at the Kennedy Center of a symphony about Abraham Lincoln, the latest in a wave of cancellations since President Donald Trump ousted the previous leadership.
The Hollywood Reporter
Composer Philip Glass Withdraws Premiere From Kennedy Center (opens The Hollywood Reporter)
Published Jan 27, 2026
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Composer Philip Glass has withdrawn the premiere of his symphony "Lincoln" from the Kennedy Center due to the new leadership under Trump.
New York Post
Philip Glass cancels Kennedy Center symphony premiere over ‘values’ of ‘current leadership’ (opens New York Post)
Published Jan 27, 2026
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Glass’ Symphony No. 15, “Lincoln,” was to have been led by Grammy-winning conductor Karen Kamensek for performances on June 12 and June 13.

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