The star-studded Mark Twain Prize for American Humor ceremony was the most notable event at the Washington arts center since the president installed himself as its chairman.

Conan O'Brien received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center, making his award show the first major event at the venue since President Donald Trump became the board chair. The comedian,

After installing himself as chairman, Trump has expressed a desire to stage "non-woke" musicals at the Kennedy Center, including Cats.