Theatre 40 is a professional theatre company located on The Beverly Hills High School campus at 241 Moreno Drive. Beginning in 1964, a group of actors gathered at the home of Susan French to read the works of William Shakespeare. The company was named after its original address, 40 Haldeman Road in Santa Monica Canyon.
Theatre 40 is currently comprised of approximately 150 professional actors, actresses and directors. The company produces 4 major events every year, each running for 6-7 weeks. The company also supports member productions and organizes weekly seminars on Mondays.