Kennedy Center Names Agent as New Artistic Director Amid Concerns

The Kennedy Center's executive director has chosen an agent with ties to ZZ Top and Tommy Lee to lead the institution's programming.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 10, 2026 at 2:30 PM EDT

Kennedy Center Names Agent as New Artistic Director Amid Concerns

The Kennedy Center has named a new artistic director, with its executive director selecting an agent to oversee programming at the arts institution.

The appointee has worked with ZZ Top and Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee. NPR reported the appointment amid concerns but provided no further details about those concerns in its summary.

Originally reported by NPR. Read the full story at NPR

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