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flag San Francisco Ballet cancels 2026 D.C. Kennedy Center performances over political tensions and leadership changes.

flag The San Francisco Ballet has canceled its May 2026 performances at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., citing ongoing turmoil under the Trump administration’s influence. flag The decision follows leadership changes, the addition of Trump’s name to the center’s facade, and a wave of cancellations by other major artists. flag The company, which planned to perform “Mere Mortals,” a ballet inspired by AI and Greek myth, expressed hope to return in the future. flag The move reflects broader concerns about political interference in the arts, amid declining ticket sales, staff departures, and criticism over the center’s direction.

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