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The Flea Theater presents the World Premiere of Lower Ninth, a new play inspired by the effects of Hurricane Katrina. Written by Beau Willimon, this new drama is directed by Daniel Goldstein (the forthcoming Broadway revival of Godspell), and features Gaius Charles (of ABC-TV's "Friday Night Lights," in his Off-Broadway debut), Drama Desk and Obie Award winner James McDaniel ("NYPD Blue," A Soldier's Play, Six Degrees of Separation) and Gbenga Akkinagbe (HBO's "The Wire"). Performances began February 14 and officially opened Thursday, February 28.

"Lower Ninth is about two men stranded on a roof after a terrible storm. As Malcom and E-Z struggle to survive, they must battle heat, hunger and their pasts. Ultimately, their only hope for salvation rests with each other," explain press notes.

Lower Ninth runs February 14 - April 5, Tuesday - Friday at 7pm & Saturday at 3pm & 7pm.  The Flea Theater, is located at 41 White Street (between Broadway & Church Streets). Tickets are $40 (Tuesdays - Thursdays and Saturday matinees) and $45 (Friday and Saturday evenings.) For tickets, visit www.theflea.org or call 212-352-3101.

Photos by Joan Marcus


Gaius Charles and Gbenga Akinnagbe


Gaius Charles and James McDaniel


Gaius Charles and James McDaniel


James McDaniel


Gbenga Akinnagbe, Gaius Charles and James McDaniel (photo by Max Ruby)


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