Dazzling New Dark-Comedy Boxed In Launched at the Old Red Lion Theatre
A gripping and thought-provoking dark-comedy titled Boxed In will be making its debut at the Old Red Lion Theatre in London this spring. Written by emerging playwright Rebecca Weston Wright, this new and bold production explores the complexities of mental health and the internal struggles we face when confronting our darkest thoughts.
About Boxed In – An Exploration of Mental Health
Boxed In tells the story of A, a woman stuck in a bleak, cold room, unable to escape the overwhelming grief and self-doubt that suffocates her. In the wake of heartbreak and a soul-crushing job, A must confront her most intrusive thoughts. As she tries to make sense of where her life went wrong, she finds herself sharing her dismal quarters with an unassuming but sinister wooden box. This box, an embodiment of her most painful limiting beliefs, forces her to reckon with the darkness within.
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The Play's Unique Perspective on Mental Health
What makes Boxed In stand out is its exploration of mental health through a wry, irreverent lens, mixed with heart-rending emotion. The play flips the traditional one-woman format, giving audiences a fresh perspective on the unconscious internal dialogues that hold us back. Through honesty and courage, A attempts to overcome the relentless assault of the box’s negative influence. The production invites audiences to laugh, cry, hope, and despair alongside A on her journey of self-discovery.
Creative Team Behind Boxed In
The talented Rebecca Weston Wright, trained at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in Los Angeles, is both the writer and performer of this debut play. Excited to bring her work to the stage, she has carefully crafted this play to challenge perceptions of mental health and explore how we can rise from our darkest moments.
Performance Dates and Tickets
Boxed In will be performed at the Old Red Lion Theatre, London, from Tuesday 15th April to Saturday 26th April 2025, with all performances starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced at:
£16 (General Admission)
£13 (Concession)
Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased here.
Rebecca Weston Wright: A New Voice in Theatre
Rebecca Weston Wright is a dynamic emerging writer and performer, and Boxed In is her highly anticipated debut play. With her experience and training, she brings a fresh and personal perspective to the subject of mental health, inviting audiences into a deeply relatable and emotional journey.
