Philip Glass Pulls ‘Lincoln’ World Premiere From Kennedy Center, Says Venue’s Values ‘Are In Direct Conflict’ With Symphony’s Message

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Acclaimed composer Philip Glass is the latest in a string of artists to walk back previously scheduled engagements at the Kennedy Center. On Tuesday (Jan. 27), Glass confirmed to The Washington Post that he would be withdrawing his Symphony No. 15: “Lincoln” from the National Symphony Orchestra, which was set to play the piece’s world […]

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