The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre - New York, New York

Alyssa D. (aly del vee)

Posting this review a few months later. I originally went December 2023

The Theater:
What a cute, intimate theater! I love the overall space and there seemed to be an addition theater in there as well. I also liked the waiting area space too, where you could grab a drink at the bar before the show.

About the show:
Talk about walking in blind! I went into this experience completely blind, and didn't look up what the show was about at all. It was my friend's birthday, and I just decided to take him along with me. When we sat and started watching the show, it was definitely not what I expected. It was like watching a funky, psychedelic, Bill Nye the science guy, Vsauce from YouTube Mashup.

To be honest, I think the reason why I ended up enjoying it as much as I did is because I really believed in Patrick Olson himself. You can tell that this feels like his life work and he is 1000% believing in this project and is so grateful that folks are coming in and watching it. He had something so very infectious about his personality that made me enjoy what I was watching. The singers were also top-notch.

Every song was a new lesson, which made for an interesting format. It's started with a philosophical monologue that one into a song. I feel like if I knew the music beforehand, I would've enjoyed it more, but hey, that's on me being blind going into it.

Overall, I liked it. Because I like watching science videos I particularly enjoyed it but if you're not super into science, it might not be for you and that's OK. Even if you aren't into science like that, it makes for very interesting watch.

Tr1sh

Intimate theater that I can not imagine a bad view from any seat. The only picture I took inside was the view from my seat. I am 5'8" and average build and had plenty of seat and leg room. The bathrooms were large, clean, and well-stocked. There are elevators available if you require them.

Pictures were not permitted during the performance. I did not take as many helpful pictures at this theater as I would have normally. The show, Emergence by Patrick Olsen, had me overflowing with the joy and love he speaks of. I did get to shake his hand and tell him I was aware. It's always a pleasure finding another.

Please, go see this show whether you understand what I am babbling about or not. If you are awake, you will enjoy meeting a fellow understanding soul. If you wonder what I am going on and on about, you just might get a glimpse and leave with that child-like wonder and the understanding of pure joy and pure love.

Love always ❤️
Remember who you are 🙏🏼

Seth Michael St. Giles

A great, intimate place to see a show. I would have preferred to know that I couldn't eat in the theater before I spent on snacks but not the end of the world.

Sam C

Nice comfortable theater. Much newer than broadway theaters and they have many good productions.

Andre Asmara

A modern performing art place with spacious waiting lounge & coffee shop. I was here for a play starring Susan Sarandon. The griffin theater is not big so audience can feel very intimate with the show. The staffs are friendly.

Kristen (Gypsy Monkey)

First time in this theatre & really loved the space . Smaller venue , accessible by elevator or stairs as it’s on the 2nd floor . Nice large area to get drinks before the shows .

sky unidentifiedstorm

Easy to get to location when using transit. On 42nd Street several blocks away from times square area. Very hard to park unless you use a parking lot. Theater is located on 2nd floor. They have larger elevators or use the grand staircase. Friendly staff. Cafe sells beverages, drinks and snacks. Large spacious clean bathrooms. Theater have excellent views of stage. I visited several times always a great show.

Stephen Hundiak

See new theater shows, very comfortable, good space!