Commitment means taking action and being open to learning, growing, and evolving as an arts organization. We embrace diverse perspectives that reflect the rich diversity inherent in every community. Our work is a continuous journey.

Our initiatives include:

• Theater as a Lens for Justice—a multi-faceted program providing access to theater at Geffen Playhouse for populations impacted by incarceration
• Beyond the Barracks—an evening of veteran cultural identity monologues, the culmination of the Veterans Writing and Performance Workshop
• Black Partner Appreciation Nights and Black Out Nights
• AANHPI Partner Appreciation Nights
• Cultural events with the Irish Consulate and Irish American community around Waiting for Godot
• UCLA student outreach to engage UCLA students more fully in the Geffen Playhouse theater experience
• Spanish language performances of The Hope Theory (La teoría de la esperanza)
• ASL interpreted and open captioned performances for the deaf and hard of hearing communities
• Audio described performances for blind and low-vision community members
• In-classroom education programs with master Teaching Artists and student matinees performances

This list will be updated with new initiatives as they are introduced.

Our top priority is to create, nurture, and support a safe and inclusive space for all artists, employees, and patrons. This involves ongoing internal reflection and critical analysis of our environment and practices to evolve and advance as an arts organization for all communities. As part of our continuous reevaluation, we regularly conduct assessments with our staff, Human Resources Director, Culture and Values Committee, and The Aspire Group. Together, we develop and implement meaningful action steps to uphold our commitment to inclusivity and safety in the workplace.

As a non-profit organization, Geffen Playhouse is deeply committed to sharing outstanding theater with everyone. Our entire city benefits from thought-provoking and inspiring performances, regardless of race, faith, sexual orientation, ability, gender, background, or financial means. Geffen Playhouse’s Education & Community Engagement programs provide long-term, in-depth access to current and future theatergoers, instilling a lifelong love for theater. These learning experiences and theater-making opportunities are designed to deepen participants’ meaningful connections to the plays they attend, enhance their sense of agency as thinkers and communicators, and foster a sense of community—with each other, the Geffen, and Los Angeles County.