CLAWS @ Overlook 2026

Presented by American Immersion Theater Creator: Evan Neiden / Candle House Collective You get a call from a young man named Danny. There’s a monster in his closet, and he needs your help. But as the call goes on and more sinister intentions are revealed, you may start to wonder: which side of the closet door is the danger really on? CLAWS is an interactive thriller, performed live for one person via phone call. It’s a spine-chilling exploration of shared trust and the consequences of taking things for granted. Your choices matter as the story unfolds – for better or worse. Available worldwide. All you need is your mobile phone. Created and directed by Evan Neiden. Performed by Malachi Madrone, and Cole Steeves. Graphic design by Emma Kumer. ABOUT THE COMPANY Founded by Evan Neiden, Candle House Collective are award-winning makers of Alternate Reality Theatre: experiences that infest an audience’s reality using immersive, choice-driven storytelling. Their signature remote experiences use analog communication methods like phone calls and physical deliveries to reach participants worldwide and infuse their everyday spaces with the mysterious, the macabre, and the magical. ADVISORY: CLAWS is a solo journey exploring personal and potentially disturbing themes. Participants will be given a word that can be used to end their experience at any time. Please reach out to info@candlehousecollective.com with any specific questions or concerns regarding content. Please note your slot is not final after you book your ticket. Please follow the instructions in your confirmation email to complete your sign up. This experience takes place entirely over the phone