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Washington National Opera Plans To Depart The Kennedy Center

January 10, 2026

The Washington National Opera has announced its decision to leave the Kennedy Center, where it has performed since 1971, citing a desire for independence and challenges related to donor confidence and box office revenue. The opera plans to terminate its affiliation agreement amicably and will operate as a separate nonprofit entity moving forward.

Kennedy Center building

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Washington National Opera plans to leave the Kennedy Center after over 50 years.
The move is partly due to issues with donor confidence and box office revenue.
The opera aims to operate as a fully independent nonprofit entity.
The decision was announced by the artistic director, Francesca Zambello.

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Washington National Opera Plans To Depart The Kennedy Center

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