【Breaking News: The Art Program Director of Trump-Kennedy Center Suddenly Resigns Two Weeks After Taking Office】
On January 29, 2026, in Washington time, the Associated Press wrote in a press release:
Kevin Kachadourian, the art program director of Trump-Kennedy Center, confirmed in an email to the Associated Press on Thursday that he resigned on Wednesday but did not provide any explanation. This is the latest sign of turmoil at this iconic performing arts venue. Kachadourian's resignation comes as President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are expected to walk the red carpet at the Kennedy Center on Thursday for the premiere of her documentary "Melania."
The center is currently dealing with a wave of artists canceling their performances in protest against the new leadership of Trump adding his name to the venue. Just last week, composer Philip Glass canceled the world premiere of his symphony about Abraham Lincoln, and Grammy-winning soprano Renée Fleming also withdrew from two scheduled performances.
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