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Inside the production
Story, stage & company
Cast & creatives
People behind the production
Describe the Night is a renowned theatrical work from playwright Rajiv Joseph, acclaimed for weaving three time periods into a gripping historical thriller. The play earned the Obie Award for Best New American Play in 2018 and continues to be staged across the United States. On Gold Coast Tickets, you’ll find a reliable source for upcoming performances, tour dates, and ways to secure your seats with ease.
Cast & creatives
People behind the production
From its world premiere at the Alley Theatre in Houston (2017) to an Off-Broadway run at the Atlantic Theater Company, Describe the Night has captivated audiences with its intricate narratives, memory-driven investigations, and compelling quest for truth.
On stage
The documented stage experience
Upcoming tour stops bring Describe the Night to venues like Gunn Theatre (CA), Outcry Theatre (Dallas, TX), and Austin Playhouse (Austin, TX) in 2025–2026. Each production stands alone, delivering a fresh interpretation while staying true to the play’s multi-era storytelling. For background, Rajiv Joseph’s body of work includes other Obie-recognized pieces such as Guards at the Taj, and Dakar 2000, a world premiere linked to his continuing influence in contemporary theatre. Follow official channels for updates and behind-the-scenes insights.
The essentials
Quick Facts About Describe the Night
- Playwright: Rajiv Joseph, renowned for Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo and Guards at the Taj; Describe the Night earned the Obie Award for Best New American Play in 2018.
- Premiere and runs: World premiere at Alley Theatre (Houston) in 2017, followed by an Off-Broadway run at Atlantic Theater Company (Linda Gross Theater) in 2017.
- Genre/Style: Historical thriller epic that weaves three time periods (1920, 1989, 2010) and uses multiple narratives to explore truth, memory, and conspiracy.
- Major awards/achievements: Obie Award for Best New American Play (Describe the Night, 2018); Guards at the Taj won Obie Best New American Play (2016) and Lucille Lortel Best Play (2016).
- 2025–2026 tour/productions: Gunn Theatre (CA) November 7–15, 2025; Outcry Theatre (Dallas, TX) August 23–31, 2025; Austin Playhouse (Austin, TX) January 30–February 22, 2026.
- Related 2025 work: Dakar 2000, a Rajiv Joseph world premiere at Manhattan Theatre Club (Feb–Mar 2025) separate from Describe the Night.
Upcoming tour stops bring Describe the Night to venues like Gunn Theatre (CA), Outcry Theatre (Dallas, TX), and Austin Playhouse (Austin, TX) in 2025–2026. Each production stands alone, delivering a fresh interpretation while staying true to the play’s multi-era storytelling. For background, Rajiv Joseph’s body of work includes other Obie-recognized pieces such as Guards at the Taj, and Dakar 2000, a world premiere linked to his continuing influence in contemporary theatre. Follow official channels for updates and behind-the-scenes insights.
- Official social media: Concord Theatricals | Atlantic Theater Company
- Official website: Concord Theatricals
- Upcoming tour information: Gunn Theatre | Outcry Theatre | Austin Playhouse
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