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Apr 25th, 2025, 10:28 PM ET·Entertainment

Kennedy Center Cancels Tapestry of Pride Events Amid Leadership Changes and Criticism

The Kennedy Center has canceled key LGBTQ+ events for World Pride 2025 in response to a change in leadership and priorities under Donald Trump.


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The Kennedy Center has canceled its Tapestry of Pride events, scheduled for June 5-8 as part of World Pride 2025, following a leadership overhaul by Donald Trump. Multiple artists reported cancellations or relocations of their events, prompting the Capital Pride Alliance to disassociate from the center. Deputy director June Crenshaw expressed disappointment but emphasized community resilience in celebrating elsewhere. The center's website still lists Tapestry of Pride activities generically. Concerns about Trump administration policies on LGBTQ+ rights have raised questions about the event's reception, while artists, including Michael Roest, have found alternative venues for their performances.

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"…The move comes on the heels of massive changes at the Kennedy Center, with President Donald Trump firing both the president and chairman in early February."

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