Dear PDT Community

 

​Pasadena Dance Theatre is heartbroken by the devastation that has inflicted so many within the community.  Our artists, families, staff, and supporters have been impacted by the tragic loss of their homes, widespread evacuations, the ongoing risks of wildfire, and hazardous smoke.  Many of our PDT families have been directly affected and have lost their homes.  Our hearts go out to each and every one of you during this overwhelming time.  
 
Both our Board President, Jessica Maker-Bilandzija & Vice President Nancy Schmeider have lost their homes, as well as dancer families Mimi Austad & Iris Dean.  We know there are more of you, If you have any information about additional PDT families that have lost their home or a link to their GoFundMe page please send to us so we can help support them.
 
Nancy Schmeider  GoFundMe:    https://gofund.me/9ee85dcc
 
Jessica Maker-Bilandzija  GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/f7a7a4fc
 
Mimi Austad  GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/dbd9f4af
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Iris Dean  GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/fab5c3f0
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Rowden Metzger  GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/0e2b5bc6

 

Sarah Azcarate  GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/b31e0daf
 
 
We have been vigilant in preparing to re-open with safe walls so that we can provide the comfort of the arts.  Our initial plan is to reopen on Wednesday, January 15th for those families that are able and need the sense of stability.  If this is not possible for you, we completely understand.  We will be reassessing PDT daily during this time and updating changes as needed.  
 
Any new or used dance related donations can be sent directly to the studio for those families in need including:
 
All sizes of leotards, tights, ballet shoes, leggings & gift cards to the Red Shoes Dancewear Store.
 
 
Here are some additional support/resource links: 
 
PASADENA EATON FIRE INFORMATION
 
https://www.visitpasadena.com/eaton-fire/  
 
 
CA Fires Webpage: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/CAFires 
 
Federal Disaster Assistance Resources (FEMA)   
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ or 1-800-621-3362  • LA Fed Labor Community Services 

Can assist with first and last-month rental assistance and help find permanent, long-term housing (cannot assist with deposits). Can also assist with rental, mortgage, or utility assistance. 
 
California Department of Insurance Insurance Support Workshop 
Call (800) 927-4357 to schedule an appointment 
 
 
Commissioner Ricardo Lara Insurance Support Workshop - Pasadena
Pasadena City College
1570 East Colorado Blvd. 
Pasadena, CA 91106
Dates and Hours of Operation:
Saturday 1/25/2025: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 1/26/2025: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM   
 
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist during this time. And please stay connected with us on Instagram, Facebook and Email so that we can continue to support our dance community.