National Symphony Orchestra Opens 96th Season at 6 Venues After Kennedy Center Closure
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Updated · The New York Times · Sep 28
National Symphony Orchestra Opens 96th Season at 6 Venues After Kennedy Center Closure
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Sep 28
Summary
The National Symphony Orchestra launched its 96th season Saturday at the Music Center at Strathmore, starting a road-based year that will span six Washington-area halls.
Sept. 15 marked the Kennedy Center’s official closure, forcing the orchestra out of its longtime home after the board cited safety concerns.
March brought the first shutdown announcement amid plunging ticket sales and a legal fight over adding President Trump’s name to the facade.
Gianandrea Noseda said he has recast the ensemble as a “touring orchestra,” arguing the move can bring music to audiences where they are while the group still rehearses in the closed concert hall.