Reactions Start To Roll In From The Immerse Live-Action Horror Of "INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR"

Before the pandemic, movie theaters and studios probably weren’t as worried about box office ticket sales as they are now. Pre-pandemic was the era of $100M plus superhero movies that did numbers on opening weekend, but the convenience of streaming and the lackluster output from major studios have dramatically changed the landscape of theatrical releases. It’s not all bad, especially since indie films are finally getting a chance to see limited releases, but it stands to reason that to bring people back to the theater en masse we should probably consider what kind of experience will incentivize people to return.

Enter, “Insidious: The Further You Fear” (which we reported on last October) which is bringing a live-action horror experience to one of the most successful franchises of the modern age. A collaboration between Blumhouse, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and the UK’s Spymonkey the “tour” has kicked off and we are starting to get some audience reactions and some additional news that we are eager to share with you all. You can still purchase tickets and check locations over at www.insidious-live.com, and we will be bringing you more coverage after we return from the further!

Opening Night - “Insidious: The Further You Fear”

From The Press Release

An all-new spine-chilling stage experience is set to haunt performing arts centers and playhouses in more than 80 cities this year with the North American tour of “INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR.” Launching this past weekend with a sold-out performance in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the immersive horror experience from powerhouse producers GEA Live, Blumhouse, Sony Pictures, and RoadCo Entertainment redefines the horror genre and will bring the darkest fears of audiences to life right before their eyes. For tickets and the full list of tour dates, visit www.insidious-live.com.

“This is definitely not your typical night out. Brace yourself for an experience that will shake you to your core. This isn’t just a show, it’s a living, breathing nightmare,” says Spymonkey’s Toby Park, also co-director of the show. “Ready to face your demons?”

“INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” is a heart-pounding live theatrical experience where the lines between reality and fiction blur, constantly challenging what’s real and what’s imagined, what’s safe and what’s dangerous. This groundbreaking immersive experience is meticulously crafted to always keep the audience on edge, with no fourth wall to separate them—or protect them—from the unfolding terror. Each attendee will go face-to-face with the protagonists, making the audience an integral character in the chilling story as it unravels.

Spymonkey is a renowned UK theatre company established in 1997. An independent ensemble with a history of adapting classic stories for modern audiences, they are creative directors for this new experience for live audiences. Having collaborated with co-writer Carl Grose on many adaptations, including productions based on Moby Dick and Oedipus, they work closely with the cast and production team to combine skill and expertise to realize big ideas.

“INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” is an exciting new story conceived within the “Insidious” universe. Hosted as a live event by the “real” Specs and Tucker, the actual paranormal investigators who inspired the first movie, the “Spectral Sightings Road Show” soon takes a turn for the terrifying. As the infamous duo desperately try to prove they are legitimate ghost-hunters, things start to become very “Insidious” when a paranormal demonstration goes wrong and dark forces are inadvertently unleashed. Trapped in a genuinely haunted theater, with something truly sinister lurking back-stage, the audience will find themselves under attack from such iconic characters as the Bride in Black, the Man Who Can’t Breathe and, of course, the terrifying Red Faced Demon. But what’s real? What’s the show? And who are you really sitting next to? The house is full. The stage is set. And the Red Door is about to open.

Sony Pictures’ iconic “Insidious” franchise, which has consistently gained momentum over the years, is a box office sensation generating more than $742 million in revenue across five highly successful films. The growing legion of fans includes an active community of five million social media followers. However, while the show is a must for “Insidious” fans, it’s also created for those who don’t know the films, particularly those who love a fun, thrill-filled night out at the theater.

For tickets, tour dates, and more information, visit www.insidious-live.com and follow Insidious on Facebook, Instagram, and X.

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