Audi of America Returns As Presenting Sponsor At "Backstage at the Geffen" Annual Fundraiser

LOS ANGELES, March 10, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- For the tenth year, Audi of America returns as Presenting Sponsor for the "Backstage at the Geffen" annual fundraiser, March 22, 2015 at the Geffen Playhouse, Westwood, CA.  Event will honor Mellody Hobson and George Lucas with the Distinction in Service Award and Sir Elton John and David Furnish with the Distinction in Theater Award.  The irreverent evening of laughter, music and stories featuring personal "backstage" memories and songs by a cavalcade of stars will be produced by Vice Chair of the Board and Interim Managing Director, Gil Cates, Jr.  David Geffen is Honorary Chair. As part of its ongoing partnership, Audi has donated an exclusive weekend get-away and driving experience for auction, and will be featuring one of its stunning vehicles at the March 22^nd event.

"Thanks to Audi of America, we've had the incredible opportunity to work with the most reputable emerging and veteran playwrights, who have helped us shape American theater on a national, and even international, level. Audi's tremendous support year after year has also enabled us to revitalize the Geffen's education programming and our work in the most dire neighborhoods of Los Angeles," said Regina Miller, Chief Development Officer.  "We're so grateful for this partnership with such a generous corporation. Audi of America is a one-of-a-kind partner with compassionate leaders who are committed to the arts, and we couldn't be more thankful."

"As a progressive brand that constantly challenges and pushes boundaries, Audi is pleased to once again partner with the Geffen Playhouse, an organization that also prides itself on taking [creative] risks within its own industry," said Mike Cagle, Director, Western U.S. Audi of America.  "Audi's 10-year alignment with 'The Geffen' truly demonstrates both brands' commitment to give back, educate and support the arts in our local community.  We look forward to yet another year of cutting-edge entertainment with our partners."

ABOUT THE GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE

The Geffen Playhouse has been a hub of the Los Angeles theater scene since opening its doors in 1995. Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its world-renowned mix of classic and contemporary plays, provocative new works and second productions, the Geffen Playhouse continues to present a body of work that has garnered national recognition. Proudly associated with UCLA, the Geffen Playhouse welcomes an audience of more than 130,000 each year, and maintains an extensive education and outreach program, which help bring the excitement of live theater to more than 15,000 disadvantaged youth, seniors, veterans and community members annually.   For more information, please visit geffenplayhouse.com.

ABOUT AUDI

Audi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. The Audi Group delivered over 1,741,000 vehicles to customers globally in 2014, and broke all-time company sales records for the 5th straight year in the U.S. Through 2019, AUDI AG plans to invest about 24 billion euros - 70 percent of the investment will flow into the development of new models and technologies.  Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusa.com/newsroom for more information regarding Audi vehicles and business topics.

SOURCE Geffen Playhouse

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