Zendaya and Women Donors Network Support Cal Shakes with $100,000 Donation

The generous contribution aids the theater's 50th anniversary season and its recovery from financial difficulties.

Zendaya and the Women Donors Network have donated $100,000 to the Shakespeare Theater, where the actress began her acting career.
The donation will support the theater's 50th anniversary season, including upgrades to sound and lighting systems, enhancements to the café, and funding for the production of 'As You Like It'.
Zendaya's connection to Cal Shakes is deep-rooted, as her mother worked there and she took acting classes at the theater as a child.
The donation comes as Cal Shakes prepares to return to its summer season of plays after a hiatus, with 'As You Like It' being the only production on this year's calendar.
Cal Shakes has faced financial struggles, but the donation has been a significant boost, helping the theater to continue its mission of producing Shakespeare plays and other works.