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LOS ANGELES (December 5, 2025) – Today, Rachel S. Moore, president and CEO of The Music Center, issued the following statement on the passing of Frank Gehry:
"The Music Center and our Board of Directors are deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Frank Gehry. A groundbreaking architect who reimagined the field, Frank’s profound and courageous artistic vision resulted in the creation of one of L.A.’s most iconic buildings: Walt Disney Concert Hall. The work Frank did in partnership with both the County of Los Angeles and The Music Center in the development of this global landmark not only contributed significantly to all of Los Angeles, but also revitalized Grand Avenue as the center for arts and culture in Downtown. In fact, Grand Avenue today is a true mecca for Frank Gehry architecture, from Walt Disney Concert Hall and The Grand LA to the upcoming new building under construction at the Colburn School, and has been recognized officially as the Grand Avenue Cultural District.
"Frank envisioned Walt Disney Concert Hall as a ‘living room for the city.’ This marvelous architectural wonder today is home to the LA Phil, the Los Angeles Master Chorale and numerous community and cultural events.
"The Music Center is honored and proud to have had Frank as both a partner and a friend. His support for the arts will live on as an integral part of his legacy, and his incredible buildings will serve as a reminder that we should dream—and create—boldly."
ABOUT THE MUSIC CENTER
As L.A.’s performing arts center, The Music Center convenes artists, communities and ideas with the goal of deepening the cultural lives of every resident in Los Angeles County. The $80 million non-profit performing arts organization has two divisions: TMC Arts and TMC Ops. TMC Arts, The Music Center’s programming engine, provides year-round programming inside The Music Center’s four theatres, on Jerry Moss Plaza, outside at Gloria Molina Grand Park—a 12-acre adjacent green space—in schools and other locations all over Los Angeles County. TMC Arts presents world-class dance with Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center, free and low-cost public concerts and events, live and digital K–12 arts education programs, workshops, performances, interactive experiences and special events. TMC Ops manages the theatres, the Plaza and Gloria Molina Grand Park, which comprise $3 billion in county assets, on behalf of the County of Los Angeles. The Music Center is also home to four renowned resident companies—Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Master Chorale, LA Opera and LA Phil. For more information, visit musiccenter.org. Follow The Music Center on social media @MusicCenterLA.
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