Trump attends Kennedy Center performance of 'Chicago' ahead of planned two-year closure

President Trump was greeted by a mix of cheers and boos for the opening night of “Chicago” at the Kennedy Center, which is slated to close for two years of renovations sought by the president.

President Donald Trump was greeted by a mix of cheers and boos Tuesday for the opening night of “Chicago” at the Kennedy Center in Washington, which is scheduled to close for two years of renovations he sought.

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“Chicago” is one of the higher-profile productions put on by the iconic arts venue this year, after numerous performers canceled their planned appearances after the center was renamed to include Trump’s name.

Trump attended for one of the last opening nights for a production before the Kennedy Center closes this summer for renovations for two years. The center's executive director notified staff members last week that layoffs are coming ahead of the July 5 closure date.