| King James by Rajiv Joseph is a sharp, heartfelt play about the unlikely bond between two men brought together-and pulled apart-by their shared love of basketball and the rise of LeBron James. Written by Pulitzer Prize Finalist playwright Rajiv Joseph, this piece is set over the course of nearly two decades, the play traces the evolution of their friendship alongside the highs and lows of a sports dynasty. It's a funny, moving exploration of loyalty, identity, and the connections we build through fandom. |
| Director: | Cherish Love Robinson |
| Presented by: | Circle Theatre |
| Audition Start: | Sunday, November 30: 12:30PM - 9:30PM |
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| Audition Details: | 1. Please select the "Equity Auditions" or "Open Auditions" below depending on your union status 2. Once there, select your preferred audition time slot via Google Calendar. 3. Please follow the submit materials button to submit your headshot and resume. Video submission portal can be found at the bottom of the Airtable form by clicking on SUBMIT MATERIALS button 4. AUDITION MATERIALS Sides are available below. We suggest being familiar with the script beforehand. A perusal script is available at the theatre Tuesdays-Fridays 11am-3pm. |
| Audition Location: | Circle Theatre. Our recommended parking garage is now The CITY CENTER GARAGE 2 - free after 6pm and on weekends. We can only validate 2.5 hours at Sundance Square Garage 3. |
| Callback Dates: | December 1. Times TBD |
| Rehearsal Dates: | First Rehearsal: On or around FEBRUARY 9, 2026 |
| Performance Dates: | Performances: MARCH 5 - 28, 2026 |
| To Sign Up: | Sign Up to Audition |
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| Roles Available: |
SHAWN | MALE
Black, late 20s to mid 30s. Sharp, passionate, a writer, emotionally intelligent but guarded. Carries quiet power. His relationship to LeBron mirrors his relationship to hope. MATT | MALE White, late 20s to mid 30s. Socially awkward but sincere. Hustling his way through life. Someone who can balance comedy and vulnerability. He loves basketball, but connection is what he’s really after. |
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| Originally Posted: | 2025-11-08 |