When Darren Lemming, the star center fielder for the Empires, comes out of the closet, the reception off the field reveals a barrage of long-held unspoken prejudices. Facing some hostile teammates and fraught friendships, Darren is forced to contend with the challenges of being a gay person of color within the confines of a classic American institution. As the Empires struggle to rally toward a championship season, the players and their fans begin to question tradition, their loyalties, and the price of victory.

This production was halted in Rehearsal (which began 3/2/20) due to COVID 19 health restrictions. It was originally scheduled to begin Previews on April 2, 2020, and Open on April 23, 2020 (to 6/14/20). "Take Me Out" had its World Premiere in September 2002 at The Public. It transfered to Broadway (Walter Kerr) in February 2003.