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For more than a century, the Pasadena Playhouse—the official State Theater of California—has embraced a simple, powerful mission: make theater for everyone. From groundbreaking productions to premieres from notable playwrights, the theater has left an indelible mark on artists, audiences and our community. 
 
Since 2022, we’ve helped the theater expand their youth and family programs, launch new learning initiatives and create opportunities for business leaders, philanthropists and artists to gather. As the Playhouse continues to grow and inspire, our support will help sustain their creative programming and extend their reach. Today, the Playhouse stands as a place of connection between artists and audiences, where generations can share in the power of live performance. With East West Bank, the theater can build on its legacy for years to come.
 
Read the full story in our 2025 Annual Report