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World Premiere

Inside the Box EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND!

09.29.2020 – 03.07.2021

Written & Performed By: David Kwong

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David Kwong can be seen at Geffen Playhouse in The Enigmatist, now on stage.

SECRET PUZZLE CONTEST

Did you see the question mark formed by the games in the poster? Guess what? There's another secret message in the image for Inside the Box. Can you find the hidden word that can be spelled out from these games?

Thank you to everyone who entered, the winner will be notified soon. Click here to view the "Wall of Frame."

OVERVIEW

Inside the Box takes us into the exhilarating world of games with New York Times crossword constructor David Kwong. Twenty-four guests will have a front-row seat to an entirely interactive show of puzzles, while David regales them with stories of the most extraordinary puzzle-makers throughout history. This incredibly smart and wildly entertaining event is filled with wordplay, multi-layered games, and surprises that will leave your mind blown. Log on, put on your thinking caps, and join in the fun.

HOW IT WORKS

Intimidated by puzzles? Don’t be! David Kwong has designed these games to be fun and enjoyable at any skill level. Ticket holders will be emailed a PDF packet of materials one week in advance, which must be printed prior to showtime. David will guide the audience through these materials during the show.

This production will use the Zoom video conferencing platform. Audience members will “check-in” to their show up to 30 minutes ahead of curtain, and may be asked to interact with David as well as share their video at all times.

The show will begin once everyone is in the Zoom theater. Some puzzles will require volunteers, while others will involve the “Zoom grid” in which everyone gets a chance to participate. Along the way, David will unveil clues that ultimately reveal a special surprise at the climax of the show.

INTERACTIVE & VIEWING-ONLY TICKETS

$75 Interactive Tickets
Twenty-four tickets are available for per show, which give audiences a spot in the Zoom "grid" and full participation in the show. Interactive participants will receive the full packet by email and the ability to interact with David Kwong during the show.

$25 Viewing-Only Tickets
Five viewing-only tickets are available per show. Although they won't be able to interact directly with David or the other participants, they will receive the pre-show puzzle packet and be able to enjoy the show (like watching Jeopardy, or Wheel of Fortune) at home. We strongly recommend printing out and preparing the puzzle packet because, if any regular ticket holders don't show up, viewing-only ticket holders may be randomly selected to be upgraded into a participating spot in the show!

REQUIREMENTS

You must have a printer, or access to a printer, as you will need to print and review the materials in advance.
Please don’t leave this until the last minute; some specific interactions with the materials will be required before the show.
Internet access is required, with audio/video conferencing capability.
You must be willing to participate and have a good time!

Performance Information

Running Time: 85 minutes, no intermission.
Late Seating: Please join the Zoom meeting 30 minutes prior to your showtime so we can check you in. There will be no late seating.

Geffen Stayhouse Theater
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“ a rush of pleasure reminiscent of a good closing number in a musical.” “This show will tickle the frontal lobes of puzzle fanatics.” “different, educational, and best of all like a spa day for our brains.” “ a rush of pleasure reminiscent of a good closing number in a musical.” “This show will tickle the frontal lobes of puzzle fanatics.” “different, educational, and best of all like a spa day for our brains.” “ a rush of pleasure reminiscent of a good closing number in a musical.” “This show will tickle the frontal lobes of puzzle fanatics.” “different, educational, and best of all like a spa day for our brains.”

“ a rush of pleasure reminiscent of a good closing number in a musical.”

— The New York Times

“This show will tickle the frontal lobes of puzzle fanatics.”

— Los Angeles Times

“different, educational, and best of all like a spa day for our brains.”

— Los Angeles Daily News

Meet The Artist

David Kwong

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03.26.2021 / Wall Street Journal

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02.18.2021 / Spectrum News NY 1

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02.16.2021 / CMF Now & Next

10 WAYS TO CREATE ENGAGING SHOWS ON ZOOM

11.18.2020 / Weho Times

Inside the Box Offers Puzzles and Prestidigitation at Geffen Playhouse

11.06.2020 / Picture This Post

Geffen Playhouse Presents INSIDE THE BOX Review — Puzzle Time

11.03.2020 / Patch

Inside the Box at Geffen Offers Puzzles and Prestidigitation

10.29.2020 / On Stage Blog

OnStage Review: "Think Inside the Box"

10.27.2020 / Hollywood Soapbox

INTERVIEW: David Kwong has a puzzle or two up his magician’s sleeve

10.26.2020 / United States of Dramerica

Episode 47 - David Kwong, puzzler and magician

10.26.2020 / Theatre Talk Boston

Puzzle Master David Kwong Invites You "Inside The Box" - Geffen Playhouse

10.20.2020 / Become Immersed

INSIDE THE BOX: THE GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE’S PUZZLE SURVEY COURSE

10.14.2020 / Press Pass LA

THE GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS: INSIDE THE BOX

10.17.2020 / Observer

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10.16.2020 / Broadway World

BWW Interview: Puzzle Master/Magician David Kwong Puzzlingly Mystifies INSIDE THE BOX

10.19.2020 / Daily Bruin

Performance review: Geffen Stayhouse invites audiences “Inside the Box” for interactive puzzle show

10.15.2020 / Larchmont Buzz

Review: Geffen’s Inside the Box Thinks Outside the Box

10.20.2020 / Desert Local News

GEFFEN STAYHOUSE HAS ANOTHER CLEVERLY CONSTRUCTED HIT ON ITS HANDS IN "INSIDE THE BOX"

10.14.2020 / The New York Times

New York Times Critic's Pick: What’s ‘Inside the Box’? A Rewarding (Rewording) Time

10.13.2020 / Los Angeles Daily News

Theater review: Love puzzles? Think ‘Inside the Box’ with this virtual production

10.12.2020 / On Stage and Screen

Theater Review: Inside the Box, a Virtual Production from the Geffen Playhouse

10.11.2020 / Broadway World

BWW Review: INSIDE THE BOX at GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE

10.10.2020 / Curtain Up

Go Figure “Inside the Box” @ the Geffen

10.11.2020 / Cultural Attaché

Inside the Box Cultural Attaché Review

10.08.2020 / Los Angeles Times

Review: Crossword master David Kwong tries to turn puzzles into theater. It’s not easy

10.09.2020 / CNN

The Geffen Playhouse becomes a 'Stayhouse' to keep theater alive in a virtual format

10.08.2020 / Cultural Attaché

Best Bets at Home: October 9th – October 11th

10.08.2020 / The Hollywood Reporter

David Kwong Premieres 'Inside the Box' Virtual Puzzle Show for Geffen Playhouse

10.08.2020 / Spectrum News 1

Clue: 15 Letter Phrase Meaning Innovative Theater? Answer: Geffen Stayhouse

10.08.2020 / Playbill

David Kwong’s Virtual Inside the Box Opens October 8 at Geffen Playhouse

10.02.2020 / Los Angeles Daily News

7 Southern California theaters offering virtual plays during the pandemic

09.25.2020 / Stage and Cinema

Theater Preview: INSIDE THE BOX (Geffen Playhouse)

09.24.2020 / Beverly Press

‘Inside the Box’

09.05.2020 / The New York Times

Could You Repeat That Number?

09.04.2020 / Larchmont Buzz

The Craziest Fall Theater Season in History is About to Start

09.04.2020 / TheaterMania

Crossword Constructor David Kwong to Present New Virtual Theater Piece Inside the Box

09.03.2020 / Playbill

David Kwong’s Inside the Box Will Premiere Virtually at Geffen Playhouse

09.03.2020 / Broadway World

Geffen Announces Virtual 'Inside The Box' From Puzzle Master and Magician David Kwong

03.26.2021 / Wall Street Journal

Abraca-Zoom: Why Virtual Magic Shows Are The Hottest Ticket in Town

02.18.2021 / Spectrum News NY 1