Stephen Schwartz

Composer Stephen Schwartz has reiterated his refusal to appear at the Kennedy Center, following his earlier withdrawal from a planned gala amid the venue's controversial leadership changes under Donald Trump. The move is part of a growing artist backlash against the center's perceived shift from political neutrality.

January 02, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Oscar-winning composer Stephen Schwartz has withdrawn from a planned Kennedy Center gala, protesting its politicization under Donald Trump's influence. This follows a wave of artist cancellations after the venue's board added Trump's name to its title, a move sparking legal and cultural backlash.