Love Instituto Cervantes - the Spanish classes are great - small with wonderful teachers. I look forward to Wednesdays (the day of my class) because they are so much fun and I have learned a lot too. I would recommend the classes to anyone who has an interest in learning Spanish! read more

Instituto Cervantes - My current class - Cinema Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The Spanish classes are wonderful! The teachers are great, kind and supportive for beginners and challenging enough for more advanced students. If you want in person classes this is a very comfortable atmosphere to take them in. read more

It was the incredible customer service and attention to detail that made this screening such a success. I was hosting a group of about 30 customers who were in town for a music biz convention. Since I was flying in for the conference, I booked the Arenas Screening room sight unseen. I totally relied on prior Yelp reviews and their web-site. John, was so gracious and covered every detail imaginable to insure a smooth and stress-free event. He even arranged the currier service that was required to pick up the film. The facility was comfortable and was a great fit for us. All my guests enjoyed the movie ( The Grand Budapest Hotel ) and were very impressed with the venue. read more

Instituto Cervantes - "Hipsters" enjoying The Grand Budapest Hotel 05/05/2014. - Cinema Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had a lovely experience recently at the Arenas Screening Room. Located on Barham at what I believe is the old Dolby facility, this is a great place to watch a film. Parking is convenient, either in the lot on the property or across the street, depending on which side of town you're coming from. The screen and image are crystal clear. Because it used to be a Dolby facility, the sound is unlike anything I've ever experienced in a screening room of this capacity. Like previous reviews have mentioned, this place is cozy though...so be ready to sit close to each other...but nothing to the point of being uncomfortable. In fact, they do a very good job at making you feel very comfortable. I've used many screening rooms around this town and this has to be one of my favorites. The real only drawback of this place is its location. During rush hour it can take upwards of 20 minutes to get up to the top of Barham and exiting can be an ordeal. Otherwise, I don't see any reason why I wouldn't see another screening at this place. read more

Lovely, LOVELY screening room. Cozy, clean, modern, very friendly staff. Well-decorated, tasteful design. The seating was comfortable, though if we return, my 6'3" partner will need to sit on the end of the row, as his legs were a bit cramped. Great sound, great picture. Would be happy to see another screening here. read more

I've attended 2 screenings this month at Arenas in Toluca Lake, and love it for Academy season screenings. My only problem with going there is the heavy traffic on Barham at the end of the day (5-7:30pm) -- it takes over 30 minutes for me to drive the 3 miles to Arenas from my house! But that's not Arenas' fault, just something to take into account to avoid being late. Also, the parking lot adjacent to Arenas is rather small but there's also parking across the street for anyone coming from Hollywood/ Cahuenga Blvd. Fortunately, the intimacy and comfort of the 30 person screening room's large seats make up for being forced to do the Barham Crawl to get there. And proprietor John's courtesy and consideration in keeping the temperature "just right' makes this a go-to screening room when it's an option for Academy screenings. Many thanks! read more

I went here for a complimentary screening of Mandela: A Long Walk To Freedom movie. I love the quality of the screening room: beautiful visual, great sound, clean, modern but super cozy. They also have red vines, M&M candies for you to snack on if desire. :) The gentleman (I don't know the name) in front who checked us in is really warm and nice. Parking is convenient and near. You get detailed instruction where to park once you rsvp'ed. read more

Okay, I love this place... We just did our Golden Globes official screening there. Pristine projection quality, comfortable seats, cozy beautiful zen colors. The staff is wonderful especially John Butkovitch, he is a real pro on the technical front but in hospitality as well. These folks really know how to make you feel at home. I am sending everyone to them. Oh, I forgot to mention, they will work with your budget, providing it's realistic of course. Guetty read more

What a little gem of a screening room!...Easy access, immaculate, beautiful interiors and comfortable seats. The screen is perfect for films that are intimate and small in scale, as it is a room that seats around 30...Feels like the old Aidikoff, but with the upgrades of a boutique hotel! Only thing I would add....Please fill those decorative glass jars with some candy, and you will have adoring fans! read more

Not only is Arenas one of my favorite "award season" screening rooms in the Valley, but it is also one of the easiest one's to find parking at as well. You would think that finding parking at a building literally at the top of bustling Barham Blvd. would be impossible, but, trust me, whether you park across the street or in their dedicated lot just outside the screening room...parking is a breeze! And on top of all that, the staff is amazing. Friendly, helpful and totally chill, this is the perfect place to watch a movie. I only wish award season lasted longer so I could attend screenings here all year round! read more

Great experience! Booked this place because of the price, location and convenience. Worked with Adriana and she was very helpful, responsive, knowledgeable, and kind! No technical problems, which was a relief. Would definitely come back to show another film! read more

Last night, we attended an awards season screening of "Philomena" at the Arenas Screening Theatre. The film was wonderful- beautiful cinematography and music. These elements were really enhanced at the Arenas. The screening room is like a mini theatre with great sound and large, comfy arm-chairs. There is a nice lobby where we could enjoy water and M& Ms. There is a private parking lot, so we didn't have to worry about street parking. John Butkovich was our host and very pleasant. The only thing that could be improved upon is there was a lot of air freshener in the lobby. I have allergies to chemicals and perfume. So, it did bother me. But, once the film started, I was ok. All in all, we had a good experience. If you ever need a smaller screening theatre or event location, Arenas would be a great location. read more

Just rented this out last night for a small cast & crew screening. Fantastic quality all-around - from the projection and sound to the seats. Also, they have top notch customer service. Easily recommended! read more

We did a couple of test screenings for our feature film at Arenas, and loved working with them. The movie looked great on their screen, with zero technical problems. The seats are extremely comfortable, there's plenty of parking, great location, and they went out of their way to make sure we were happy. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. read more

Our educational institute used Arenas for a screening and discussion earlier this year and they were fabulous! The screening room was perfect for what we needed (about 30 people) and the ambience to serve refreshments out in the lobby and outdoor area was delightful! Everything was handled with the utmost of professionalism. John was very responsive to phone calls and e-mails which made communication efficient and easy. He requested I get him a copy of the DVD ahead of the screening date to make sure everything technically was OK and I am so glad he did because there was a problem with the DVD which required some extra time to resolve. Luckily, by our event date, everything went smoothly! I would definitely use them again in a heartbeat! read more

We hosted a Golden Globe/ AMPAS screening at Arenas. It was pleasant to deal with John who addressed all our concerns. Picture and sound guality were both terrific and our guests enjoyed the screening room lounge. We didn't take advantage of the kitchenette for refreshments, but the option is there if you plan a small reception with your screening. Summed up, Arenas with a proximity to Hollywood is a great choice for a private screening room. read more

Very comfortable small screening room with a good location (close to Hollywood and the Valley) and great facilities. Easy parking as well!

We recently screened the indie film "Amorous Pancho Villa" at Arenas and it could not have been the success it was without the excellent customer service provided by Arenas staff. The theater is modern, elegant, clean and the film was featured without any problems. It is of the highest state-of-the-arts standard! One detail we always get complaints about is the theater temperature... well no complaints because it was just right for viewing audience. Parking was no problem. Our mini-reception was made possible because of the perfectly placed reception area with full kitchen facilities available to us. The best part of our experience was that Arenas' John Butkovich worked closely overseeing every detail and making sure our screening and reception needs were fulfilled. We will definitely be booking the Arenas Screening Room again. Thank you, Arenas and John! Elia Esparza Executive Director LatinHeat Media Institute www.latinheat.com read more

Excellent Screening Room. If you really want to impress a client or an investor for your project this is the place to do it.

We held our cast/crew invitational screening of one of our short films here. It was extraordinarily successful. The nature of the film lent itself beautifully to the intimate nature of the actual screening room. Whereas, the kitchen area and lovely patio allowed for a wonderful reception. We had over 100 people come to the screening over a three hour period and it was no trouble at all. The staff was very helpful and supportive. Although we did have a few technical difficulties getting the film up and running before hand, they were very dedicated to making sure that the film looked and sounded the best that it could. They truly cared which was wonderful for a venue. It made them feel like part of our team. I highly recommend this screening venue and hope to use it again soon. read more

This screening room is intimate, yet by no means small or cramped. The decor and interior, especially the comfortable and stylish seating, in addition to the relaxed and quiet feel, make the screening experience top notch. This screening room only serves to enhance the film, with both quality sound and screen resolution. read more

The absolute best!! Adriana provides top notch service. The chairs are comfortable and I would not rent a screening room anywhere else.

I loved this place, I especially enjoyed the hospitality from John, intimate comfortable as if you are in your own living room. a very pleasant experience in which John added the difference with his attention to detail. Amazing!! Cheers, Nancy read more

We recently screened our documentary here - everything from the access, accommodations to the screening quality itself was top-notch. Suri made everything as smooth as possible for us. read more

I didn't realize that Arenas had a screening room but much to my surprise it did and it was quite cozy and intimate. The seats were comfortable and I thought the screen would be small due to the size of the room but I was mistaken. It was just perfect. And nice to have free parking. But get there early if you've signed up for a free screening as the room is smaller than most. read more

The Arenas screening room was very comfortable - small and intimate, big screen, comfortable temperature with access to the thermostat if we were uncomfortable, nice chairs. Parking was easy and on the premises. Would definitely come to another screening here. read more

This is a great little screening room! A small gem! It's spotless, comfortable and a wonderful intimate setting for movie viewing. The only drawback (which keeps it from being 5 stars) is the traffic on Barham Blvd. It can be a little tough to get to the parking or from the parking to the screening room. But otherwise - I'd watch just about any film here - with pleasure! read more

Nice little screening room. Bright picture and great sound. Comfortable leather seats in a small room gives it an intimate feel. They offered snacks in the kitchen which is a nice treat. Convenient parking lot access. The host, John Butkovich, was very friendly and professional. read more

The Arenas Screening was exactly what we needed! Thank you John Butkovich for your professionalism and kindness. Your facility met all of our expectations -- clean, high tech, accommodating -- not to mention its sophisticated interior style. I will definitely refer others to your location, as well as use your services again. Kindly, Linda Jones read more

Love going to this charming room....a lovely secluded spot with extra comfy seats and a nice luxe vibe. The staff was very welcoming too......great place for a screening. read more