A globally recognized medical expert and television personality will bring cutting-edge insights on healthcare’s future to Pasadena next year, headlining an exclusive evening in the Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California’s 2024-2025 season.
Sanjay Gupta, CNN’s multi-Emmy Award-winning Chief Medical Correspondent and practicing neurosurgeon, will present at the historic Pasadena Civic Auditorium on Jan. 15, 2025, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. His appearance marks one of six prestigious evenings in the series, combining his unique expertise as both a frontline medical practitioner and prominent global health journalist.
Drawing from his extensive experience, including his prominent coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, Gupta will share perspectives on revolutionary developments in global health. His presentation will explore artificial intelligence in healthcare, innovations in brain health and aging, scientific advancements, and emerging medical breakthroughs. A moderated question-and-answer session will follow, offering attendees direct interaction with the renowned physician-journalist.
The event will be held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, a 3,000-seat venue dedicated in 1932 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, located at 300 E. Green St. The presentation is available exclusively through series subscription packages, with prices starting at $240 and ranging up to $600 for premium seating. Subscriptions can be secured online at www.speakersla.com or by phone at (310) 546-6222.
For those planning to attend, the venue offers convenient parking in its subterranean structure, accessible via Euclid Avenue or Marengo Avenue entrances (GPS address: 175 S. Euclid Ave.). The facility provides 600 on-site spaces plus 2,500 additional spaces within one block, at a flat rate of $15, accepting only credit card or contactless payments. Eight EV charging stations are available, though vehicles exceeding 6’6″ in height or 18 feet in length face restrictions and additional charges.
Public transportation options include the Metro A Line (Del Mar Station), Pasadena ARTS Bus Route 10, and Foothill Transit buses. The nearest bus stop is at Marengo Ave. & Green St., just 0.1 miles away, with Memorial Park station serving train passengers. For overnight attendees, the nearby Comfort Inn offers amenities including free Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool, and fitness center.
Venue policies require tickets for all attendees, including lap-sitting toddlers. Large bags and backpacks are prohibited, along with cameras (though cell phone cameras are permitted), signs exceeding 11″x17″, airhorns, laser pointers, aerosol cans, and selfie sticks. Outside food and beverages are not allowed, but concessions will be available. Re-entry is permitted with ticket scan-out, and dress code prohibits clothing with profanity, chains, or spikes. ADA-accessible seating should be requested during ticket purchase.
The Distinguished Speaker Series has established itself as a cornerstone of Pasadena’s cultural landscape, offering monthly opportunities for professional development, community engagement, and collective scholarship. Healthcare professionals can gain insights into the latest medical advancements, while community members benefit from networking opportunities with others interested in health and science.
This event continues the series’ tradition of fostering informed dialogue on crucial contemporary issues, providing what organizers describe as “a monthly dose of inspiration and connection.” Through bringing speakers of Gupta’s caliber to the community, the series advances its mission to educate, enlighten, and inform audiences through access to influential thought leaders shaping our world.
Distinguished Speaker Series -Dr. Sanjay Gupta – Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena (parking GPS address: 175 S. Euclid Ave.). Series subscription packages only, starting at $240 with premium seating up to $550, available at www.speakersla.com or by calling (310) 546-6222. This presentation is one of six evenings in the Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California’s 2024-2025 season. ADA seating available upon request at time of purchase; tickets required for all attendees, including lap-sitting toddlers. Parking available at $15 flat rate (credit card/contactless payment only) with 600 on-site spaces plus 2,500 spaces within one block.
