A Guide to the Best of Southern California : GAMES : Oh, Just Play Along

Dr. Delight says put down your newspaper and start playing.

If you followed instructions, Howard Papush says you’re ready for a session of Let’s Play Again, his customized “play shop” geared toward harried executives and other fun-deprived grown-ups.

The self-described Pharaoh of Fun has no trouble getting CEOs in boardrooms doing the Vortex, Blob, Spirals--even the Hagoo. “If you want people to work together more effectively,” says Papush, a former TV executive, “teach them to play together.”

Papush and his stock of 80 stress-busting, non-competitive games are also used by hospitals, senior citizen groups and private parties. City parks are often used. Rates vary depending on an organization’s budget. Let’s Play Again, by appointment only; (213) 934-3888.