News Summary
Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills has announced its upcoming season featuring six diverse productions, including two world premieres and a West Coast premiere. The lineup highlights impactful stories, starting with ‘A Jukebox for the Algonquin’ in July, followed by ‘All These Women’, ‘An Inspector Calls’, and more. The season promises engaging narratives and emotional depth, catering to theatre enthusiasts with subscription options available. Performances will take place at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre, with convenient parking for attendees.
Beverly Hills — Theatre 40, a professional nonprofit theatre company, has announced its upcoming 2025–26 season, which includes a dynamic lineup of six productions. The season will feature two world premieres and a West Coast premiere, showcasing a rich variety of stories and themes.
The season opens on July 24, 2025, with the West Coast premiere of A Jukebox for the Algonquin by Paul Stroili. Set in a senior care center in upstate New York, the play features inhabitants who band together to raise funds for a jukebox. This production was recognized with the Wilde Award for Best New Play for the 2023-24 season, highlighting its compelling narrative and emotional depth.
Following this, Theatre 40 will present All These Women by Melanie MacQueen, which is scheduled from September 18 to October 19, 2025. This world premiere delves into the struggle for women’s suffrage in 1913 Washington, D.C., addressing themes of perseverance and advocacy in the face of societal challenges.
The season will also feature the classic thriller An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley, scheduled from November 13 to December 14, 2025. The play centers around a family facing the unraveling of their secrets after an inspector investigates the death of a young woman, providing an engaging mix of suspense and moral questioning.
In the new year, Theatre 40 will present another world premiere titled What Opa Did by Christopher Franciosa, which runs from January 15 to February 15, 2026. This mystery explores a young woman as she uncovers hidden truths about her grandparents’ experiences during World War II, merging personal history with broader historical themes.
The following production will be Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest, running from March 19 to April 19, 2026. The play involves a stranger who becomes embroiled in a murder scene characterized by deception and mistaken identity, a classic narrative style that Christie is renowned for.
Finally, the season will conclude with Crossing Delancey by Susan Sandler, from May 21 to June 21, 2026. This romantic comedy follows a New Yorker caught in a love triangle, offering a light-hearted yet insightful examination of relationships and life choices.
Single ticket prices are set at $35, with an option for a full-season subscription priced at $225. The subscription includes two bonus tickets, making it an enticing offer for avid theatre enthusiasts. All performances will take place at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre, located on the campus of Beverly Hills High School at 241 S. Moreno Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212. Patrons can enjoy the convenience of free underground parking at the venue.
For those interested in attending, tickets and further details can be obtained via phone at (323) 364-0535 or by visiting the company’s website at theatre40.org.
In addition to Theatre 40’s exciting season announcement, various other cultural events are taking place in the area. On August 3, 2025, the Sierra Madre Playhouse will host acclaimed violinist, vocalist, and composer Jagan Ramamoorthy for a special performance. Furthermore, Moving Arts Theatre in Los Angeles will continue the world premiere of Sorry by Melissa R. Randel through June 29, 2025.
Also noteworthy is the American Folk Revival music series presented by the Odyssey Theatre Ensemble under the curation of bass player John Snow. Additionally, a Broadway Pride Block Party hosted by Wicked is scheduled for June 27, 2025, from 1-4 PM at the Gershwin Theatre, which will include performances, giveaways, and various community activities.
The upcoming season at Theatre 40 promises a blend of thrilling mysteries and engaging narratives, sure to entertain audiences and foster appreciation for live performance.
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