Trump held a hybrid reception at the Kennedy Center’s “Les Misérables”
It is reported Washington Post.
The President joins his wife and first lady Melania to support the Arts Center and watch a well-received musical The sad MisérablesAdapted from the 1862 French epic novel by Victor Hugo, which criticizes society’s treatment of members of the lower class. The musical made a voice when it finally planned an uprising against the French monarchy in the 19th century.
“I like the songs, I like the play,” Trump told Fox News last week.
Ironically, Trump’s critics restore him to that monarch Les Mis The character is rebellious. For example, last weekend, Trump sent Marines and National Guard to thwart protests in Los Angeles in response to immigration attacks.
As the couple sat in the box seats, there was some booing in the crowd, followed by an ode to “America.” During the intermission, they waved to the crowd and took photos of both support and anger.
The entire board appointed by Joe Biden with George W. Bush
In this new position, Trump reportedly hopes to improve the Kennedy Center’s performance products and renovate the buildings. The move follows his larger plan to reshape American art and culture.
However, the Kennedy Center is already in trouble, and fiscal declines have only reportedly increased since Trump took over in February. In early June, ticket sales alone fell by about $1.6 million or about 36%.
Trump’s fundraising campaign includes a $2 million opportunity to sit in a performance box, attend the VIP reception, and take a photo with Trump. The president reportedly said $10 million was brought in to support the agency that night.
However, this does not indicate the loss of talent, and the main cast members of the show boycotted most of the night.
In February, musician Ben Folds and opera singer Renée Fleming and board treasurer TV producer Shonda Rhimes resigned as art consultants. Performers such as actress Issa Rae and musician Rhiannon Giddens have withdrawn from protests against Trump’s call for “wake-up” effects, including drag performances and “anti-American propaganda.”
The center has also seen major plans change, including cancellation of musicals Hamilton Quiet cancellations and relocations for next year and this year’s Pride Month event.
That night was the first Broadway music tour to take the stage since Trump took over the Center.
The event gets along well with Trump officials, including Health and Human Services Secretary Pam Bondi, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
