Beginning in 1964 a group of actors gathered at the home of Susan French to read the works of William Shakespeare. The address was 40 Haldeman Road in Santa Monica Canyon. Thus the name, Theatre 40. Theatre 40's first production was The Winter's Tale. In 1966, we produced Twelfth Night and The Merchant of Venice in MacArthur Park.
This was Los Angeles' first Shakespeare in the park. Soon after this achievement, we began our association with the Beverly Hills Unified School District by producing our plays at the Horace Mann School auditorium. In 1969, we strengthened our relationship with the school district by creating a theatre appreciation course for their adult education program.
This was Los Angeles' first Shakespeare in the park. Soon after this achievement, we began our association with the Beverly Hills Unified School District by producing our plays at the Horace Mann School auditorium. In 1969, we strengthened our relationship with the school district by creating a theatre appreciation course for their adult education program.
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Reviews (22)
Joshua Finkel
Jan 21, 2022
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Carole Seedman
Dec 27, 2021
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Shedrick Davis
Jul 29, 2021
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Armen Mardirousi
Dec 22, 2020
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Nice little theater. Very intimate. I saw a fantastic play here recently, Sunday Dinner. It was my first time visiting Theater 40. I was pleasantly surprised with is intimate venue. The intimate nature of the setup made the audience feel like they are a part of the play, immersed into the action, drama, and emotional roller coaster that is taking place within arms reach.
Zahra Zaveri
Nov 19, 2019
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Ronen Nakash
Oct 20, 2019
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S. David Plotkin
Oct 12, 2018
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Scott Kramer
Sep 25, 2018
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Victoria Chaney
Nov 17, 2017
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Victoria M.
Dec 17, 2016
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My friend and I are big theater fans and were looking for something to see this holiday season. When I saw "The Consul, The Tramp and America's Sweetheart" on groupon, I wanted to give it a try because of how much I love history. I was NOT disappointed. The theater was cozy and warm, and the set was immaculate and very beautiful with all the right small details. The "invisible wall" in the middle of the stage was brilliantly done by both set design and how it was treated by the actors. Of course the lighting and sound deserve praise for their work as well. Every single
Audrey L.
Aug 06, 2016
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A fresh 'Breath of Spring'
About Theater Audrey Linden
Theatre 40's current production of playwright, Peter Cook's "Breath of Spring" is a refreshing and witty British drawing room comedy. The ensemble cast of eight talented performers carries off this "Arsenic and Old Lace" comedy. Despite that some of the actors went in and out of their British accents, the tone of the madcap comedy was "spot on," and delightfully funny.
Jeff G. Rack's fine living-room set was exceptional with its dark caramel walls with dark green touches. It was so
About Theater Audrey Linden
Theatre 40's current production of playwright, Peter Cook's "Breath of Spring" is a refreshing and witty British drawing room comedy. The ensemble cast of eight talented performers carries off this "Arsenic and Old Lace" comedy. Despite that some of the actors went in and out of their British accents, the tone of the madcap comedy was "spot on," and delightfully funny.
Jeff G. Rack's fine living-room set was exceptional with its dark caramel walls with dark green touches. It was so
Marina V.
May 03, 2016
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I only heard of this theatre because of my friend's play (Marilyn and Sinatra). Wonderful theatre, would have been hard to find were it not for numerous signs the theatre put up guiding us to the parking and to the theater itself. The theatre has great layout, awesome staff and funny school bathroom stalls, which made it even more adorable :) Can't wait to return!
Sam P.
May 01, 2016
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We came to see the opening night of Marilyn and Sinatra, the play written, directed and produced by Sandro Monetti that chronicled the love affair that Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra shared. With tid bits of real history and explanations of actual events, this sensational play based on a true story was fascinating. It was a brilliant play that had us singing classic hits on the car ride home. The acting and direction was first class and is sure to be on the way to a world tour.
The Theatre 40 at the Reuben Cordova Theatre at Beverly Hills High School is an excellent intimate locale to enjoy
The Theatre 40 at the Reuben Cordova Theatre at Beverly Hills High School is an excellent intimate locale to enjoy
Paul C.
Oct 13, 2015
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Came by to watch "Double Door" last night and enjoyed the show very much. I had no idea that this theatre was a part of a high school building and although that may seem a bit discouraging being the fact that it's within a high school, I was very much pleased with the cleanliness and decor of the theatre. Never jude a book by its cover they say (:
I parked on the corner of Moreno & Durant not knowing that there was a parking structure that had free parking, but the walk was fairly nice being able to see the campus (very nice high school) realizing the theatre was next to the
I parked on the corner of Moreno & Durant not knowing that there was a parking structure that had free parking, but the walk was fairly nice being able to see the campus (very nice high school) realizing the theatre was next to the
Karen T.
Oct 09, 2015
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I've only been to one performance but thoroughly enjoyed the intimate and lovely theatre and the folks involved with booking, subscriptions are just great. You don't get the impersonal Ticketmaster type of exchange. Professional yet down to earth with a family feel. Love the convenient location and interesting selection of plays. Looking forward to the rest of the season! Would recommend it to all my friends. Very affordable.
Debbie D.
Jul 24, 2015
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I have never been disappointed after attending a play at Theatre 40. The choice of plays is varied and always interesting, the acting is superb and the set design and costumes are pretty amazing. The theatre itself is small and intimate and every seat in the house is good. Because you are so close to the action, you feel intimately connected to the actors and the plot, whether it be a dark comedy, a serious drama or everything in between.
John H.
Dec 29, 2014
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Merle S.
Jul 20, 2014
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R. S.
Feb 11, 2014
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This was my first time visiting this Theater and unfortunately it was a poor choice. One of my clients recommended Theater 40 and the play was satisfactory but the staff was horrible. The directions provided in the email were difficult to follow and two other people that I randomly met there were also walking all over Beverly Hills High School to find the Theater. There was a concession stand with pre-packaged snacks and beverages, and at intermission I got a snack and a beverage along with several other people. When walking back into the Theater during intermission a female employee forcefully
Norm K.
Oct 22, 2013
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Theatre 40 productions are held in the Reuben Cordova Theatre on the campus of Beverly Hills High School. There is plenty of parking if you know how to get to the garage. As you head northwest on Moreno Drive past the front lawn of the high school, turn left into a small driveway across from Durant Drive. Follow this drive and it will make a left and bring you behind the building. There are signs to direct you and the entrance to the theatre is from the garage.
The space is small probably seating less than 75 people at a guess. It's a very nice space, the seating is comfortable, and
The space is small probably seating less than 75 people at a guess. It's a very nice space, the seating is comfortable, and
Kevin B.
May 10, 2012
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Theater 40 is a small 99 seat theater located in the Reuben Cordova Theater on the campus of Beverly Hills High School. A friend and I came to this theater for the first time a couple months ago.
It was interesting in an odd sort of way, to be standing around in a High School hallway waiting for the theater to open their doors. Not that it brough back any bad memories from my high school days.... LOL
Being it has just 99 seats with 3 (main) rows, I don't think there's a very bad seat in the house.
The production we saw (Dreams of the Washer King) was extremely convoluted, confusing
It was interesting in an odd sort of way, to be standing around in a High School hallway waiting for the theater to open their doors. Not that it brough back any bad memories from my high school days.... LOL
Being it has just 99 seats with 3 (main) rows, I don't think there's a very bad seat in the house.
The production we saw (Dreams of the Washer King) was extremely convoluted, confusing
Melissa M.
Nov 23, 2009
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We just went to their Murder in the Mansion at Greystone Mansion. It's loosely based on what happened with the Doheny family (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greystone_Mansion)...all I can say is: GO! It was an incredible performance that takes you throughout the mansion (which is never open to the public, so that alone is worth the cost of admission) and you actually forget for a moment that you're watching a play-which is always a good sign.
