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Monday, August 3, 2026

Geno Segers exits Broadway's 'Hadestown' after backlash over transgender comments by Emily St. Martin

Geno Segers has left Broadway's 'Hadestown' and issued an apology after past videos and social media comments about transgender rights triggered online calls for his replacement.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 11:10PM[SHARE]

Friday, June 12, 2026

Washington National Opera sues the Kennedy Center to recover $17 million in donations by Emily St. Martin

The Washington National Opera has filed a lawsuit against the Kennedy Center, claiming it has been blocked from $17 million in donated funds.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 06:53PM[SHARE]

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