Being committed is taking action. Being committed is a willingness to learn, grow and evolve as an arts organization, embracing myriad points of view that reflect the inherent diversity in every community.

Our progress includes, but is not limited to:

• An ongoing relationship Diane Burbie and The Aspire Group, a leading consulting firm based in Los Angeles, who specialize in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training and organizational effectiveness. This partnership includes staff training sessions and workshops.
• A successfully implemented written code of conduct that all staff and artists are required to sign and abide by. This code of conduct requires respect in all spaces, and outlines a clear reporting, investigation, and resolution process. We acknowledge that no two problems are the same, but all need to be addressed in a prompt, thoughtful and thorough manner to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone that engages with the Geffen.
• Supporting plays by BIPOC writers with an artistic team that is reflective of the individual work. As an example, employing BIPOC directors, dramaturgs, designers and intimacy directors whenever possible.
• Cultivation, nomination, and appointments of BIPOC and AAPI individuals to Board of Directors with total representation increasing from 10% to 25% in 3 years.
• Creation of "Black Partners Appreciation Nights" which engaged 16 BIPOC groups in a unique marketing/profit-sharing relationship that raised $44,205 for their respective non-profit organizations and brought more than 2,000 new visitors to the Geffen Playhouse during the 2022/23 season. These and other partner appreciation nights will continue to be developed and implemented in all future seasons.

This list will be updated with new developments/actions steps as they happen.

Our work is ongoing. Our priority is to create, nurture and support a safe and inclusive space for all artists, employees and patrons. This work includes internal reflection and critical analysis of our own environment and practices to evolve and move forward as an arts organization for all communities. As part of our ongoing reevaluation and reexamination of the organization, we continue to conduct regular assessments with staff, our Human Resources Director, our DEI Committee and The Aspire Group to develop and implement meaningful Action Steps to support our overall commitment to inclusivity and safety in the workplace.

As a non-profit organization, Geffen Playhouse has a deep commitment 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 the ability to purchase tickets. Geffen Playhouse’s education and community programs provide long-term, in-depth access to current and next generation theatergoers and instill a love for theater that will last a lifetime. Learning experiences and theater-making opportunities are designed to deepen program participants’ meaningful connections to the plays they attend, their sense of agency as thinkers and communicators, and their sense of community — with each other, the Geffen, and Los Angeles County.