What I liked
The script was sharp and blended humor and emotion skillfully. The acting was spot-on. So much was conveyed in a mere 30 minutes.
What I didn't like
Honestly, I can’t think of any suggestions for improvement. The only drawback for me was the layout of the theater. I sat in the front row and because of the set up of the stage, I was not able to see the character who sat in the back seat for the duration of the play. She/he was silent throughout until the last few seconds. I had to crane my neck to get a glimpse and when I did, her performance was hilarious.
My overall impression
An absolutely perfect way to spend a half an hour. So much depth, humor, character development and emotion was packed into 30 minutes by the prodigiously talented Clara Rodriguez, who wrote, directed and starred in this jewel box of a play. I laughed, I was moved and I marveled at the path the story took, never taking the easy or predictable route. INSIDE THE BOX was inventive, funny and delightful—deftly written and superbly acted. Do yourself a favor and go see it! It will be the best 30 minutes you can spend.
