Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Maybe It's Time to Close the Kennedy Center for Good. |
| Authors: |
Foley, Tom (AUTHOR) |
| Source: |
Wall Street Journal - Online Edition. 2/7/2026, pN.PAG-N.PAG. 1p. |
| Subjects: |
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (U.S.), Centers for the performing arts, Architectural design, Performing arts, Capital shortages, Corporate sponsorship |
| Geographic Terms: |
Washington (D.C.) |
| Abstract: |
The article critiques the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, arguing that it lacks the cultural significance and infrastructure found in major cities like New York and Los Angeles. It traces the center's origins to the Great Depression and its establishment during the Cold War, highlighting its struggles with funding, leadership, and architectural design. The author suggests that the Kennedy Center's board is composed of individuals more interested in social prestige than in the arts, leading to a lack of competitive programming. The piece concludes that unless private support can be secured, it may be best to consider closing the center. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
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