IN THE HEIGHTS' Rogelio Douglas Jr. Hosts BROADWAY AFTER DARK October 26th

Press notes explain that "Broadway's finest made the kick off event an unforgettable night when B'way After Dark opened its doors on August 31st. Hosts, Creator/Executive Producer of the event Rogelio Douglas Jr. of In The Heights, and Co-producer/Public Speaker Shaun Derik set the stage ablaze at Touch NYC. Tony Award winning Actress Adriane Lenox (Doubt), Carol Woods (Chicago), Marty Thomas (Xanadu), Naturi Naughton (Hairspray), Crystal Monee Hall (Rent), Karmine Alers (Rent), Bianca Marroquin (Chicago) and many more delivered unforgettable performances.

This time around B'way After Dark has a Masquerade theme, just in time for Halloween. With a DJ, live band and performances* by; Tony award nominee Brenda Braxton - (Chicago), Tituss Burgess - (The Little Mermaid), Matt Caplan - (South Pacific), Merle Dandridge - (Spamalot), Marcus Paul James - (Rent/In The Heights), Kelly King, Tracy McDowell - (Rent), Luis Salgado - (In The Heights), Saycon Sengbloh - (The Color Purple), Rhapsody - "Siren Assassins", & Featuring Mistress Of Ceremonies Britney Houston!!"

The brightest stars of the hottest shows on Broadway donate their time and share their talents in support of B'way After Dark (B.A.D). B'way After Dark has been defined as a nightlife event catered toward Equity actors; a place where performers can relax, release and network within the Broadway community. Each month a different cast of singers, dancers, and musicians perform for an appreciative crowd of their peers and theater supporters while raising money for various worthy causes.

The B.A.D. event this Sunday, October 26th will benefit R.Evolución Latina, a non-profit organization founded and directed by "In The Heights" cast members Luis Salgado (Latin Assistant Choreographer), Michael Balderrama (Dance Captain) and "Chicago" cast member Gabriela Garcia (Dance Captain). R.Evolución Latina, an affiliate of BC/EFA, was created to further empower the Latino community and the artistic community at large through creative collaboration and community activism. Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA) is a beacon of light and a source of pride for members of Actor's Equity Association. By volunteering their time and efforts to perform in BC/EFA benefits, Equity members have joined forces to help raise money for individuals in the entertainment industry affected by critical health issues year after year. Rogelio Douglas Jr. created B.A.D. with BC/EFA in mind. Each month proceeds from Broadway After Dark will benefit an organization affiliated with Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS.

B'way After Dark - The Masquerade Ball: Sunday October 26, 2008. Doors open at 8:00pm, performances begin at 9:00pm. Touch NYC, 240 West 52nd Street Between Broadway and 8th Avenue. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $45 VIP. Reservations: www.smarttix.com 212-868-4444. For VIP & Group reservations email Rogelio at Tickets@bwayafterdark.com 

*performers subject to change without notice*