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The National Symphony’s Next Season Will Be Miles From the Kennedy Center

The National Symphony Orchestra is leaving the Kennedy Center for a season of performances across six new venues.

By · Published August 18, 2026 at 18:26 UTC · Updated August 18, 2026 at 20:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: WUSA9 · ALXnow · Washington Classical Review · Washingtonian · Axios · The Washington Post · The New York Times.

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Where it stands

The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) will perform its 2026-27 season at six venues outside the Kennedy Center. The move comes as the Kennedy Center undergoes renovations. The Washington Post and The New York Times confirm the new venues. The Washington Classical Review and Axios note that the Kennedy Center is considering the future of the NSO during the renovations. The Washingtonian raises questions about potential issues with the new season.

The Washington Post and The New York Times confirm the NSO's new venues. The Washington Classical Review and Axios note that the Kennedy Center is considering the future of the NSO during the renovations. The Washingtonian raises questions about potential issues with the new season. The Washingtonian's report is the only one to raise concerns about the new season. The Washington Classical Review and Axios note that the Kennedy Center is considering the future of the NSO during the renovations.

The Washington Post and The New York Times confirm the new venues. The Washingtonian raises questions about potential issues with the new season. The Kennedy Center's plans for the NSO after the renovations are not yet clear. The NSO's new venues for the 2026-27 season have not been specified.

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Why is the NSO leaving the Kennedy Center?

The NSO is leaving the Kennedy Center for its 2026-27 season due to renovations at the venue.

Where will the NSO perform during the 2026-27 season?

The NSO will perform at six new venues during the 2026-27 season. The specific venues have not been specified.

What is the Kennedy Center's plan for the NSO after the renovations?

The Kennedy Center's plans for the NSO after the renovations are not yet clear.

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