Rajiv Joseph's King James finishes its Off-Broadway premiere with a final performance June 18. The Manhattan Theatre Club production officially opened May 16 after beginning previews May 2. Tony winner Kenny Leon directed the new play at New York City Center Stage I.
Glenn Davis (Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo) and Chris Perfetti (Abbott Elementary) star as Shawn and Matt, respectively, alongside Khloe Janel as DJ. The play tracks the friendship between Shawn and Matt, whose fortunes are tied to those of their idol, Cleveland basketball star "King" LeBron James.
The play arrived in New York following earlier runs at Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago and Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles. Both Davis and Perfetti reprise their performances from both of those world premiere engagements.
The production features scenic design by Todd Rosenthal, costume design by Samantha C. Jones, lighting design by Lee Fiskness, and sound design by Rob Milburn and Michael Bodeen. Casting is by JC Clementz, with additional casting by Caparelliotis Casting and Kelly Gillespie. Richard A. Hodge is production stage manager.
See photos from the LA run:
Glenn Davis and Chris Perfetti in King James
Chris Perfetti and Glenn Davis in King James
Glenn Davis and Chris Perfetti in King James
Glenn Davis and Chris Perfetti in King James
Glenn Davis and Chris Perfetti in King James
