WASHINGTON, DC (Fox News) — Composer Philip Glass pulls his Symphony No. 15 premiere at the Trump Kennedy Center due to conflicts with leadership.

Key Facts:

• Glass withdraws Symphony No. 15, "Lincoln," from Kennedy Center premiere.
• Symphony commissioned by National Symphony Orchestra in 2022.
• Glass criticizes Kennedy Center’s values as conflicting with his work.

  
  U.S. composer Philip Glass arrives at the 41st Annual Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C.

  Reaction:
  

• Trump Kennedy Center VP criticizes Glass for canceling due to political pressure.
• National Symphony Orchestra surprised by Glass’ decision.
• Glass was previously honored at Kennedy Center during Trump’s first term.

  
  New signage unveiled at the Kennedy Center in Washington.

  Controversy:
  

• Other performers like Lin-Manuel Miranda have canceled shows in protest of Trump’s leadership.
• Kennedy Center board voted to rename institution "Trump–Kennedy Center" in December.
• Kennedy Center President dismisses cancellations, blaming previous "far left leadership."

  President Donald Trump took over as chairman of the Kennedy Center in February.

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