New Steppenwolf play explores the twists and turns of friendship, fandom and LeBron James’ career

“King James” follows the friendship of two sports fans through the lens of LeBron James’ career and legacy.

By Sasha-Ann Simons, Stephanie Kim
New Steppenwolf play explores the twists and turns of friendship, fandom and LeBron James’ career
Chris Perfetti (left) and ensemble member and artistic director Glenn Davis (right) in Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere production of King James by ensemble member Rajiv Joseph, directed by Tony and Obie Award winner Kenny Leon. King James runs through April 10, 2022, in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater, 1650 N. Halsted St. Michael Brosilow / Photo courtesy of Steppenwolf Theatre
New Steppenwolf play explores the twists and turns of friendship, fandom and LeBron James’ career
Chris Perfetti (left) and ensemble member and artistic director Glenn Davis (right) in Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere production of King James by ensemble member Rajiv Joseph, directed by Tony and Obie Award winner Kenny Leon. King James runs through April 10, 2022, in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater, 1650 N. Halsted St. Michael Brosilow / Photo courtesy of Steppenwolf Theatre

New Steppenwolf play explores the twists and turns of friendship, fandom and LeBron James’ career

“King James” follows the friendship of two sports fans through the lens of LeBron James’ career and legacy.

By Sasha-Ann Simons, Stephanie Kim
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Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s new play, “King James,” is a story about an unlikely friendship of two Cleveland sports fans and their shared love of basketball. The fast-paced comedy explores their bond over 12 years of LeBron James’ career, from his rookie season to his return to the Cavaliers.

Reset learns more about the play, which is running at Steppenwolf now through April 10.

GUESTS: Rajiv Joseph, playwright of “King James” and Steppenwolf Theatre ensemble member

Glenn Davis, Steppenwolf Theatre artistic director and ensemble member