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Sunday, October 19, 2025
Join us for a night like no other honoring Frank Marshall, Danielle Pinnock and Matt Bomer.
Backstage at the Geffen celebrates the joy, power, and community that makes theater vital. We’ll toast to three visionaries finding their spot on our stage, the Geffen magic you know and love, and the future we’re building, together.
Kick off the evening with cocktails and a celebratory toast, followed by captivating performances that are sure to leave a lasting impression. As the evening draws to a close, enjoy a memorable sit-down dinner under the stars, bringing Backstage at the Geffen to an epic finale.
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This year's honorees include Frank Marshall (Indiana Jones, The Hope Theory) receiving the Founders Award, Danielle Pinnock (Ghosts, Candy Cane Lane) receiving the Trailblazers Award, and Matt Bomer (White Collar, Fellow Travelers) receiving the Artistic Impact Award.
Backstage features hilarious storytellers, show-stopping performers, and surprise guests you’re sure to love followed by dinner under the stars on Le Conte Avenue!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 20253:30 pm | Arrival & Cocktails at Geffen Playhouse4:00 pm | Show in the Gil Cates Theater 6:00 pm | Dinner on Le Conte Avenue GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE10886 Le Conte AvenueLos Angeles, CA 90024
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