It's unique attractions like the legendary Bob Baker Marionette Theater that make Los Angeles such a special place to live. And it would be devastating to see it go away. The Bob Baker has already lost its original location, but managed to find a great new home in Highland Park. Now we need to save it. The theater put out the destress signal today:
It’s no secret that COVID-19 has been devastating to the world’s small businesses and cultural institutions, and BBMT is certainly no exception.
With more than half a million dollars of income lost from Covid closures and a decimated income stream, we are still losing $30,000 per month and in severe danger of closing our curtains forever. Despite quickly pivoting our business model to meet the challenges of Covid, we are less than one month away from not being able to pay our rent and staff.
In order to survive 2021, it is CRUCIAL that BBMT meets our fundraising goal of $365,000 which covers lost income from the cancellation of live shows and anticipates a very slow return to a full house.
BBMT will continue to provide as many safe alternative offerings as possible, but must reach our annual goal urgently to ensure preservation of the Theater and the thousands of puppets that call it home.
People have the power to advocate for the version of Los Angeles they want to see in 2021 and in years to come. Ensure that this historic, irreplaceable Los Angeles institution is in LA to stay with a tax-deductible donation today and by sharing BBMT’s message to #KeepImaginationAlive
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