Dave Chappelle experiments with a 'phone-free' zone at live shows

December 5, 2015 at 8:00PM

Chappelle's 'phone-free' zone

What happens at a Dave Chappelle show stays at a Dave Chappelle show. The comedian wanted to make sure audience members at his Chicago shows last week and tonight didn't snap video with their smartphones. How? In order to enter the venue, fans were reportedly given a small pouch (made by the company Yondr) for their cellphones. The pouch automatically locks once attendees are in their seats. Draconian? At least you get to hold onto your phone.

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