Ravinia Festival controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2023
Trademark dispute with Ravinia Brewing Company
The Ravinia Festival Association alleged that Ravinia Brewing Company’s name and imagery could confuse consumers about an affiliation with the festival. The dispute ended in a settlement and the brewery’s renaming as Steep Ravine Brewing Company.
2017
Termination of James Levine relationship
Ravinia ended its ties with conductor James Levine after allegations of sexual abuse dating back decades were reported. Levine had been designated conductor laureate in April 2017, with planned appearances beginning in 2018.