“King James” by Rajiv Joseph receives a terrific world premiere by Steppenwolf Theatre. The play follows a friendship that began over a shared love for LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Review by HedyWeissCritic
Ensemble member and Artistic Director Glenn Davis, left, and Chris Perfetti in Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere production of “King James” by ensemble member Rajiv Joseph.
The two men in “King James” first meet in La Cave du Vin, an elegant wine bar operated by Matt , who is having financial difficulties and wants to sell his valuable season tickets for a hefty price. Arriving to make a deal for the much-coveted seats is Shawn , who for the first time in his life has a couple of thousand dollars with which to splurge. The two fans of the Cavaliers bargain hard, but a deal is made. And along the way we learn a good deal about both men.
Along the way, a great moment of anger erupts when it is announced that LeBron James is leaving Cleveland for the Miami Heat — a change that Matt sees as a betrayal but Shawn justifies as a smart career move. And over the years, matters of money, success, prestige, girlfriends, family, loyalty, and not surprisingly, a bitter encounter triggered by what is perceived as a racial insult come into play.
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