WISCONSIN PREMIERE
King James
September 12-29, 2024
WRITTEN BY Rajiv Joseph
DIRECTED BY Mikael Burke
“ One slam-dunk of a bromance” — BROADWAYWORLD.COM
A spirited homage to fandom, for sports and theater lovers alike.
“King” LeBron James was just the hero that Cleveland needed. One of the greatest NBA players to ever hit the court, his influence brought promise and renewal to an entire city. Set against the backdrop of James’ electrifying basketball career, this fast-paced comedy chronicles the turbulent bond between two die-hard fans, whose intertwined fortunes are tied to those of their idol. A hilarious and heartfelt exploration of loyalty, legacy, and the shared moments that define us.
Overture Center
for the Arts
About the show
Runtime:
2 hrs w/ 15-min intermission.
Performance Dates:
September 12-29, 2024
Age Recommendations:
Ages 13+
Streaming:
No digital streaming option.
Accessibility
We strive to make our performances available to the entire community. This guiding principle captures the theater we aim to be.
We’re proud to be a resident company at Overture Center, which provides practical accessibility for a variety of needs.
Cast
Marques Causey
Shawn
Greg Pragel
MattGeorge Lorimer
Matt/UnderstudyMatt Reines
Shawn/UnderstudyCreative Team
Mike Lawler
Scenic DesignerColin Gawronski
Lighting DesignerKaren Brown-Larimore
Costume DesignerBrian Grimm
Sound Designer/ComposerKaya Sarajian
Props MasterAdam Hastings
Technical DirectorAbbi Hess
Stage ManagerDev Wiensch
Assistant Stage ManagerAli Mansouri
Assistant Director
Theater review:
King James shoots and soars in the Playhouse
By Lindsay Christians | THE CAP TIMES
Preview:
Forward Theater opens season with King James, a basketball bromance
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