The Laguna Playhouse
- Assets
- $6.8m
- Revenue
- $2.8m
- Investments
- $16.3k
- Employees
- 67
- Location
- Laguna Beach, CA
- Founding
- 09/1948
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 95-1509841
Organization Overview
The Laguna Playhouse is located in Laguna Beach, CA. The organization was established in 1948. According to its NTEE Classification (A65) the organization is classified as: Theater, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Laguna Playhouse employed 67 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Laguna Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Laguna Playhouse generated $2.8m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (9.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.6m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (9.3%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PRODUCE THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS TO THE COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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MAIN STAGE THEATRE PRODUCTIONS: THE LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE IS THE OLDEST CONTINUALLY OPERATING THEATRE ON THE WEST COAST. IT IS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF CALIFORNIA'S PREMIER RESIDENT THEATRES, PERFORMING AWARD-WINNING LIVE THEATRE SINCE 1920. ITS ACTIVITIES INCLUDE SIX MAIN STAGE PRODUCTIONS WITH OVER 300 PERFORMANCES YEAR ROUND FOR A DIVERSE AUDIENCE OF OVER 100,000 ORANGE COUNTY RESIDENTS AND VISITORS. THE LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE, A 501(C)3 NONPROFIT, HAS RECEIVED NUMEROUS ARTISTIC AND EDUCATION AWARDS.
YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS: -CONSERVATORY: OFFERING COMPREHENSIVE, AFTER SCHOOL, YEAR-LONG THEATRE TRAINING IN A PROFESSIONAL SETTING FOR TALENTED, ASPIRING YOUNG ACTORS, AGES 10-18. SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE FOR LOW-INCOME YOUTH.-YOUTH THEATRE: A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SERIES OF FULLY-STAGED PRODUCTIONS OF POPULAR STORIES FOR FAMILY AUDIENCES.-THEATRE FOR A NEW GENERATION: OFFERS PROVOCATIVE, ISSUE-ORIENTED DRAMAS AIMED AT TEENS, PARENTS AND EDUCATORS.-SPRING/SUMMER WORKSHOPS: OFFERS YOUTH HANDS-ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING WITH THEATRE PROFESSIONALS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ellen Richard Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $224,191 |
Ann Wareham Artistic Director | Officer | 40 | $155,780 |
Denys Baker General Manager | Officer | 40 | $120,379 |
Veltria Roman Cfo/cto | Officer | 40 | $93,231 |
Glenn Gray Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Paul Singarella Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Tom Simpson Construction | 6/29/21 | $101,057 |
Givekidspanto Producer | 6/29/21 | $112,166 |
Innovative Management Group Producer | 6/29/21 | $121,025 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,194,836 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $940,541 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,135,377 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $227,554 |
| Investment income | $6,571 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $379,131 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,832,037 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $659,272 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $32,964 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $804,691 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $38,450 |
| Other employee benefits | $142,638 |
| Payroll taxes | $98,454 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $45,303 |
| Office expenses | $20,132 |
| Information technology | $96,412 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $75,872 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,124 |
| Interest | $26,656 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $151,666 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $164,713 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,638,846 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,479,663 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $712,292 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $610,851 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $14,111 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $150,552 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,845,644 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $16,336 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,907 |
| Total assets | $6,832,356 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $278,053 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $989,455 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $1,535,437 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $73,274 |
| Other liabilities | $7,615 |
| Total liabilities | $2,883,834 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,215,684 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $732,838 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $6,832,356 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that The Laguna Playhouse has recieved totaling $144,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Shubert Foundation Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $25,000 |
Hanauer Family Foundation Laguna Beach, CA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $25,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ARTS, CULTURE & HUMANITIES | $24,000 |
Sheri And Les Biller Family Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: OUR STORIES | $12,000 |
Ueberroth Family Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: FOUNDATION GOAL | $10,000 |
Masson Foundation Aliso Viejo, CA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $177,403 |
| Earnings | $50,062 |
| Net Contributions | $14,505 |
| Ending Balance | $241,970 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Association Ashland, OR | $57,188,884 | $18,740,778 |
Old Globe Theatre San Diego, CA | $79,168,056 | $16,473,770 |
Geffen Playhouse Inc Los Angeles, CA | $33,029,635 | $21,063,113 |
Center Theatre Group Of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | $93,308,392 | $15,777,431 |
Theatre & Arts Foundation Of San Diego County La Jolla, CA | $96,134,792 | $15,790,250 |
Berkeley Repertory Theatre Berkeley, CA | $78,284,133 | $11,370,014 |
Phoenix Theatre Inc Phoenix, AZ | $21,212,066 | $8,604,934 |
Theatreworks Silicon Valley Redwood City, CA | $8,373,819 | $8,187,041 |
South Coast Repertory Inc Costa Mesa, CA | $83,774,342 | $5,710,509 |
Arizona Theatre Company Tucson, AZ | $5,166,004 | $10,001,507 |
Rialto Theatre Foundation Tucson, AZ | $5,053,009 | $7,645,173 |
Theatre For Children Inc Sacramento, CA | $27,810,781 | $2,930,921 |