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Since its doors opened in October 2013, The Wallis has been committed to robust and distinctive presentations and education programs curated with both creativity and social impact in mind.
Hailed as “au courant” (LaLa Magazine), The Wallis was lauded by Culture Vulture, which proclaimed, “If you love expecting the unexpected in the performing arts, you have to love The Wallis.” Broadway legend Patti LuPone, who was The Wallis’ 2015/2016 Season Artistic Advisor, described the venue as “one of the best in the country, allowing for an unparalleled intimacy between [the artist] and the audience.” A recent patron survey produced audience comments about The Wallis ranging from "amazing, engaging, inspiring!" to "fun.
Monday’s are typically dark days and are not available for external rental events.
educational."
The breathtaking 70,000-square-foot facility, celebrating the classic and the modern, was named after philanthropist Wallis Annenberg, whose original $25-million dollar donation was instrumental in transforming the former Beverly Hills post office building into an arts complex. Distinguished by its eclectic programming that mirrors the diverse landscape of Los Angeles and its location in the entertainment capital of the world, The Wallis has produced and presented more than 400 theater, dance, music, film, cabaret, comedy, performance arts, and family entertainment programs, boasting nominations for 79 Ovation Awards and nine L.A.
Drama Critic's Circle Awards as well as six architectural awards. Please check this page frequently.
You will receive an email notification from Ticket Services with our most up-to-date health and safety protocols before your event.
For any health and safety protocol questions, please email [email protected] or call 310.746.4000 (Tues-Fri, 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM).
Thank you for considering the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts for your event.
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Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, located in the heart of Beverly Hills, CA, is a dynamic cultural hub and community resource where local, national, and international artists share their artistry with ever-expanding audiences. The Wallis welcomes external rental inquiries subject to availability and at the discretion of The Wallis’ administrative, production and artistic staff.
The Wallis does not currently accept rental requests for independently produced theatrical productions (or inquiries regarding unsolicited scripts), private events including birthday celebrations, weddings, engagement parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, memorials, funerals and events that are religious or politically affiliated.
For space rental rates and availability, please complete and submit the Rental Event Questionnaire Form with inquiries to [email protected].
The Wallis includes two distinct elegant buildings: the historic 1933 Italian Renaissance Revival style former Beverly Hills Post Office, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the new contemporary 500-seat, state-of-the-art Bram Goldsmith Theater designed by award-winning architect Zoltan Pali of SPF:architects.
The adaptive re-use project named the Paula Kent Meehan Historic Building, originally designed by architect Ralph Flewelling, houses the beautiful marbled Jim and Eleanor Randall Grand Hall with vaulted ceilings encasing rare WPA fresco murals designed by muralist and painter Charles Kassler depicting the craftsmen who built the great public projects during the Depression era. These eight murals are one of only two sets of WPA frescos in the entire California Federal Building system still in existence.
Facing N.
Santa Monica Boulevard, the Marc and Eva Stern Arrival Motor Court, welcomes patrons who enter the Jim and Eleanor Randall Grand Hall, which is the main entrance for all theaters and campus activities. The Randall Grand Hall houses the front Reception Desk, Ticket Services (formerly the retail windows for the post office), and the Briskin Bar. The former loading dock of the post office has been transformed into GRoW @ The Wallis: A Space for Arts Education housing the Wells Family Education Courtyard, Education Department offices and three Classrooms for The Wallis’ diverse educational programming.
In addition, the former mail sorting room of the post office has been adapted into the Lovelace Studio Theater, a 150-seat flexible space with a retractable seating unit for The Wallis’ smaller productions, rehearsals, and seasonal performing artist engagements in The Sorting Room. Adjacent to the Lovelace Studio Theater is the outdoor Promenade Event Terrace, with steps and ramps leading below to the Jamie Tisch Sculpture Garden and in to the lobby of the Bram Goldsmith Theater with the indoor/outdoor Nicholl Bar.
The Wallis presents and produces a season of theater, music, dance, film, lectures, theater for young audiences, and special events. The Wallis’ Season begins each September through August with productions normally performing Tuesday through Sunday.
Together, these elements embrace the city's history and its future, creating a performing arts destination for L.A.-area visitors and residents alike.
Daphna Nazarian is Chair of The Wallis’ Board of Directors and Robert van Leer is Executive Director and CEO.
ANNUAL GIVING LEVELS & BENEFITS
When you join, you will receive curated membership benefits designed to provide you with behind-the-scenes opportunities and special access not available to the general public.
Designed by acclaimed architect Zoltan E. Pali (SPF:architects), the restored building features the original 1934 Beverly Hills Post Office (on the National Register of Historic Places), whose eight towering fresco murals are one of two sets of WPA frescos remaining in the entire California Federal Building system. Thank you for your support!
FRIEND (GIFTS OF $100-$249)
• Advance notice and priority handling of tickets
ASSOCIATE (GIFTS OF $250-$499)
THE PRECEDING PLUS
• An invitation for you and a guest to attend Coffee with The Wallis
• Pre-sale notice to purchase tickets to special events
ADVOCATE (GIFTS OF $500-$999)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• Two complimentary beverages at any Wallis bar
• One invitation for you and a guest to an Invited Rehearsal
ENTHUSIAST (GIFTS OF $1,000-$2,499)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• Name recognition in the program for 12 months
• One-time access to the David Bohnett Foundation Founders Room
• Invitations for you and a guest to curated Behind-the-Scenes Experiences
AMBASSADOR (GIFTS OF $2,500-$4,999)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• Access to our exclusive VIP Ticketing Line
• Year-round access to the David Bohnett Foundation Founders Room
DIRECTORS CIRCLE (GIFTS OF $5,000-$9,999)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• Invitations to additional VIP Events
SILVER CIRCLE (GIFTS OF $10,000-$24,999)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• An invitation for you to attend the Annual Leadership Evening
• An invitation for you and a guest to attend the Season Preview Event
GOLD CIRCLE (GIFTS OF $25,000-$49,999)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• Private Dinner with The Wallis Executive Director & CEO, Robert van Leer
PLATINUM CIRCLE (GIFTS OF $50,000+)
ALL THE PRECEDING PLUS
• First look at Performance, Program, and Series Sponsorship Opportunities
WANT TO JOIN BY MAIL?
Please download this file for a donor benefits chart and a print-ready order form to return to us by mail.
QUESTIONS?
For help redeeming your benefits, please email:
[email protected]
The health and safety of Wallis patrons, staff, and artists are a top priority.
SECURITY
For your safety, The Wallis has increased security measures around the campus and inside of the building.
HEALTH PROTOCOLS
Masks are optional, and proof of full COVID vaccination is no longer required; however, guests are welcome to wear masks in our spaces.
The Wallis' health and safety protocols are subject to change at the venue's sole discretion or in accordance with the CDC, State of California, and Los Angeles County recommendations.