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Kennedy Center Sees 70% Drop in Ticket Sales Amid Trump Era

2/11/2026

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Ticket sales at the Kennedy Center have fallen 70% under the Trump administration, per The Wall Street Journal.
The National Symphony Orchestra's upcoming performance is only 20% sold.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to close the Kennedy Center for two years starting in July for a $200 million renovation, with costs reaching $300 million.
The Kennedy Center has undergone MAGA rebranding, including a controversial name change to include Trump's name.

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Ticket sales at the Kennedy Center have fallen 70% under the Trump administration, per The Wall Street Journal.
The National Symphony Orchestra's upcoming performance is only 20% sold.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to close the Kennedy Center for two years starting in July for a $200 million renovation, with costs reaching $300 million.
The Kennedy Center has undergone MAGA rebranding, including a controversial name change to include Trump's name.