Renaming Controversy Sparks Artist Withdrawals

Stephen Schwartz declines 2026 Kennedy Center event due to no communication since Feb 2025.
Kennedy Center renaming (Dec 18) caused backlash over Trump-installed board adding current president's name.
Artists pulled out after renaming controversy.
Kennedy Center website still lists event, but Roma Daravi says Schwartz wasn't contracted.
Shows like Asian AF are canceled on site but remain on performers' pages.
Schwartz's withdrawal is symbolic as he co-wrote Mass, 1971 opener.
He's one of few big-name figures for 2026 season.
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