Support

Every Gift Counts

Credit card

Click here to make an Annual Fund donation via credit card.

Check

Please make checks payable to Pasadena Playhouse and mail to:
Pasadena Playhouse
Development Office
600 Playhouse Alley Suite 300
Pasadena, CA 91101

phone

Please call 626 204 7381 during regular business hours to make a donation by phone (Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM).

donor advised fund

To support Pasadena Playhouse with a gift from your Donor Advised Fund, please direct your support to The Pasadena Playhouse State Theatre of California (Tax ID 95-3473192). Please note that Donor Advised Funds may not be used to purchase memberships or event tickets that include tangible goods and services.

wire transfer

To send funds via ACH/Wire Transfer, please see the attached Wire Transfer Instructions.

gifts of stock

To make a gift of stock, please see the attached Securities Transfer Instructions. To ensure proper recognition and allocation of your gift, please contact us at giving@pasadenaplayhouse.org with the date, symbol, and quantity of transferred stocks.

ira distributions

Individuals 70½ and older may direct any amount, up to $108,000, directly to Pasadena Playhouse as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from an IRA. As a direct transfer from your IRA to the Playhouse, the transaction generates neither income tax nor a tax deduction. Consult your tax advisor for more information.

employer match

Double your impact with a matching gift! Ask your employer about making a matching gift today. You will likely need your Pasadena Playhouse contribution receipt noting your gift amount and our Tax ID (95-3473192). To request a copy of your receipt, please call 626 204 7381 or email giving@pasadenaplayhouse.org.

planned or estate gift

Invest in the next 100 years of Pasadena Playhouse by making a planned gift today! Learn more about our planned giving opportunities and benefits by contacting Assistant Director of Individual Giving, Katelin Urgo, at kurgo@pasadenaplayhouse.org.

Enhance Your Experience

Elevate your Pasadena Playhouse Membership with exclusive perks, premium access, and insider benefits. By adding a charitable donation at one of the following levels, you’ll enjoy extra conveniences like free parking and drink tickets – while also making a direct contribution to our mission. All Member benefits are valid for the duration of the 2025 – 2026 Season.

playhouse perks

$240 annually · $65 tax-deductible

• All standard Member benefits
• Ten complimentary drink tickets
• Five FREE parking passes
• Digital program recognition
• Estimated value of goods and services: $175

playhouse plus

$480 annually · $295 tax-deductible

• All the above benefits
• Complimentary Playhouse season gift
• Invitation to our annual Stakeholder Meeting
• Print program recognition
• Estimated value of goods and services: $185

playhouse premium

$1,200 annually · $965 tax-deductible

• All the above benefits
• Invitation to our annual Summer Social
• Premium Playhouse season gift box 
• Estimated value of goods and services: $235

Take your love of theater to center stage

Our enhanced giving circles—Playhouse Premiere and Backstage Society—offer exclusive experiences designed for our most passionate supporters. Whether you’re toasting Opening Night, enjoying behind-the-scenes access, or engaging directly with the artists who bring our stories to life, these levels offer a front-row seat to the impact of your generosity.

playhouse premiere

$3,600 annually · $2,715 tax-deductible

Playhouse Premiere members enjoy a premium experience that brings you closer to the magic—both on and off the stage. With exclusive invitations to every Opening Night, insider events, and VIP perks like drink tickets, parking, and a signature Season Premium Gift Box, this circle is designed for patrons who want to be part of the story from the best seats in the house. It’s more than membership—it’s a starring role in shaping our future.

Benefits Include:

• All Premium Benefits plus…
• Invitations for two to all Opening Nights
  • FREE ticket exchange upon request
• Invitations to select Backstage Society events 
• Estimated value of goods and services: $885

backstage society

$10,000 annually · $8,465 tax-deductible

Step behind the curtain and into the heart of Pasadena Playhouse. Backstage Society is our most immersive giving circle, offering unparalleled access to the creative process. From intimate private salons with artists and directors to exclusive backstage tours, you’ll help shape the cultural conversation while building a vibrant community of theater lovers. It’s where the spotlight meets stewardship—and where your impact takes the stage.

Benefits Include:

• All Premium Benefits plus…
• Invitations for four to all Opening Nights 
  • FREE ticket exchange upon request
• Three private salons throughout the season 
  • Cocktails and light bites
  • Intimate conversations with artists, directors, etc.
  • Special performances and previews
• Serves as host-committee for the Summer Social
• Private backstage tour annually
• Estimated value of goods and services: $1,535

For more information about levels and benefits, please email Katelin Urgo at kurgo@pasadenaplayhouse.org.

Thank You to Our Supporters!

We gratefully acknowledge the following contributions received over the past year through March 25, 2025. For questions or corrections, please contact Matt Tornero at mtornero@pasadenaplayhouse.org.

$100,000+

Anonymous
Apriem Advisors
Erin & Jeremy Baker
Brad & Pamela King
Ellen & Harvey Knell
Terri & Jerry Kohl
Tammi & Lenny Steren
Barbara Jean Wolpert/Wolpert Family Trust

$50,000+

Suzi Dietz & Lenny Beer
Leigh T. & Harry Olivar
Bill Resnick & Michael J. Stubbs

$25,000+

$10,000+

$5,000+

$2,500+

$1,000+

$500+

$250+