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UCLA HEALTH CELEBRATES THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE The events of the past year have shined a light on the important roles that medicine and the arts play in our lives, as indelible sources of connection, compassion and creative solutions for making a societal impact. UCLA Health is proud to join Geffen Playhouse in celebrating and honoring the vital work of artists and activists who so deeply enrich our lives.
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Congratulations to tonight’s honorees:
AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS THE ADI & JERRY GREENBERG FOUNDATION
Kudos to our visionary leaders, Gil and Matt, for bringing wonderful theater to our homes during this past year. Thank you! LORETTA & VIC KAUFMAN
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SPEECHLESS Jodi & Howard Tenenbaum congratulate Amanda Gorman for receiving the Artistic Impact Award
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AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS 2021 Backstage at the Geffen Geffen Playhouse
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I am honored to serve on the Board of the Geffen Playhouse. We applaud everyone at the Geffen Playhouse and especially their superb Education & Community Engagement programs. Heartfelt congratulations to honorees Amanda Gorman on receiving the Artistic Impact Award and Hon. Nicole Avant & Ted Sarandos on receiving the Distinction in Service Award.
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A standing ovation. We applaud tonight’s honorees for their exceptional contributions to the arts. Distinction in Service Award Hon. Nicole Avant Ted Sarandos
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Congratulations to this year’s honorees, the Hon. Nicole Avant & Ted Sarandos and Amanda Gorman, and hats off to Matt & Gil for their Herculean efforts on behalf of the Geffen Playhouse!
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AMANDA GORMAN
& NICOLE AVANT TED SARANDOS On receiving 2021 Geffen Playhouse honors. We applaud their dedication to the arts, entertainment and their contributions to society.
Congratulations to the honorees. Amanda Gorman, you have inspired us all. Thank you to the Geffen for keeping us entertained with Stayhouse during this difficult year.
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AMANDA GORMAN ARTISTIC IMPACT AWARD
“There is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.“
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Congratulations to tonight’s honorees,
AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS Thank you for being visionary gamechangers in your fields and for inspiring us all.
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WE BELIEVE IN TOMORROW For a third straight year, U.S. News & World Report ranked UCLA Health hospitals #1 in both Los Angeles and California. This year, we rose to #3 in the nation. We’re grateful for this recognition because it reflects the profound calling that drives our team. UCLA Health shares Geffen Playhouse’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. We are taking action today to build an equitable tomorrow.
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Congratulations to tonight’s honorees:
AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS THE ADI & JERRY GREENBERG FOUNDATION
Thank you Jessica, Danielle, and the Geffen Playhouse DEVELOPMENT TEAM for another wonderful Backstage at the Geffen. LORETTA & VIC KAUFMAN
CONGRATULATIONS Hon. Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos for receiving the Distinction in Service Award -Jodi & Howard Tenenbaum
I want to congratulate the honorees, my son Gil Cates, Jr. and the entire Geffen staff for the amazing job they all do for this wonderful theater! JANE CATES
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We’re proud to be supporters of the Geffen, and part of its family. Our congratulations to Amanda Gorman and to Hon. Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos, our honorees, so richly earned and deserved. Thank you all for honoring the Geffen by accepting these honors. Madeline & Bruce Ramer
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TED SARANDOS DISTINCTION IN SERVICE AWARD
“Our art is picking the right stories and picking the right storytellers, and then creating an environment for them to do the best work of their lives.”
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Congratulations to the honorees who represent the importance of the arts through these challenging times with inspiring words, music, and visual arts. Their accomplishments inspire others to support diversity, and the empowerment of women and young adults.
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AMANDA, Heartfelt congratulations on receiving the Artistic Impact Award. A well-deserved honor! OUR BEST WISHES AND CONTINUED SUCCESS, CINDY & ALAN HORN
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UCLA HEALTH CELEBRATES THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE The events of the past year have shined a light on the important roles that medicine and the arts play in our lives, as indelible sources of connection, compassion and creative solutions for making a societal impact. UCLA Health is proud to join Geffen Playhouse in celebrating and honoring the vital work of artists and activists who so deeply enrich our lives.
To learn more visit uclahealth.org
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Congratulations to tonight’s honorees:
AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS THE ADI & JERRY GREENBERG FOUNDATION
Kudos to our visionary leaders, Gil and Matt, for bringing wonderful theater to our homes during this past year. Thank you! LORETTA & VIC KAUFMAN
YOU CONTINUE TO LEAVE US
SPEECHLESS Jodi & Howard Tenenbaum congratulate Amanda Gorman for receiving the Artistic Impact Award
Congratulations to
AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS on their well-deserved honors!
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AMANDA GORMAN
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Congratulations to the Geffen for keeping theater going during the pandemic! Congratulations Loretta for all the work you do to benefit Geffen Playhouse!
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Congratulations to tonight’s honorees:
AMANDA GORMAN HON. NICOLE AVANT & TED SARANDOS THE ADI & JERRY GREENBERG FOUNDATION
Thank you Jessica, Danielle, and the Geffen Playhouse DEVELOPMENT TEAM for another wonderful Backstage at the Geffen. LORETTA & VIC KAUFMAN
CONGRATULATIONS Hon. Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos for receiving the Distinction in Service Award -Jodi & Howard Tenenbaum
NICOLE & TED, Congratulations on receiving the Distinction in Service Award. Best wishes and much appreciation for your distinguished careers! CINDY & ALAN HORN
Congratulations,
HON. NICOLE AVANT DISTINCTION IN SERVICE AWARD
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TED SARANDOS DISTINCTION IN SERVICE AWARD
“Our art is picking the right stories and picking the right storytellers, and then creating an environment for them to do the best work of their lives.”
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Great to be backstage at the Geffen with these amazing honorees. GINNY MANCINI
In honor of Gil Cates, Sr., the man who created and made the Geffen the wonderful community asset that it is today. Together with Frank Mancuso, and Gil Cates, Jr. who continue to guide and contribute to the Geffen’s future.
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