Crossroads Theatre Company Presents the World Premiere of Daniel Beaty's THROUGH THE NIGHT, 2/11-2/21

Obie Award winner Daniel Beaty returns to Crossroads with the story of six interconnected African-American males ranging from ten and sixty-one per decade - as they and the people who love and support them venture through the night of events that change these characters' lives forever. With a blend of drama, humor, poetry and music, Daniel Beaty inhabits each character through a seamless transformation in his body language, voice and emotional intention that credibly brings each character to life. 'Through the Night' will run from February 11 to 21.

Through the Night is evidence of Daniel Beaty's continued artistic growth and development. This is a sophisticated play that deals with pressing contemporary themes, and the artistic collaboration between Daniel and director Charles Randolph-Wright has resulted in an elevated work that moves the piece to the forefront of American theater.

Written and performed by Daniel Beaty: As an actor, singer, writer, and composer Daniel Beaty has worked throughout the US, Europe, and Africa in a variety of styles ranging from television to solo concerts to theatrical productions to opera including performances at The White House, The Kennedy Center in tribute to Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, and The Apollo. Awards include 2007 Obie Award for Outstanding Writing and Performance, 2006 Ovation, Acclaim, & Everyday Freedom Hero Awards. Daniel is also the 2004 Grand Slam Champion at the world famous Nuyorican Poet's Café and The Fox Networks National Redemption Slam Champion.

Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright: Charles has built a dynamic and diversified career in directing, writing, and producing for theatre, television, and film. For the theatre, Charles' play BLUE, starring Phylicia Rashad, broke box office records in its premiere at Arena Stage, the Roundabout Theatre in NYC and the Pasadena Playhouse. Charles directing credits include the revival of GUYS AND DOLLS at Arena Stage, EMERGENCE-SEE (written by and starring Daniel Beaty) at the Geffen Theatre in LA, BLOOD KNOT at ACT in San Francisco, Brian Stokes Mitchell in his solo show LOVE/LIFE at Lincoln Center, the world premieres of TOUGH TITTY by Oni Faida Lampley at the Williamstown Theatre Festival and SENOR DISCRETION HIMSELF. Charles also collaborated on Bea Arthur, JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS, which toured internationally, including a Tony nominated run on Broadway.

Performances: Evenings at 8:00 February 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20.

Matinees at 3:00 February 14, 20, and 21.

Running Time: 90 minutes, no intermission

Press Night/Opening Night: Saturday February 13 at 8:00 PM

Tickets: $40 - $65 may be purchased on line at www.CrossroadsTheatreCompany.org or by calling 732-545-8100. Location: Crossroads Theatre, 7 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Website: www.CrossroadsTheatreCompany.org