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Khris Davis made his NY stage debut as the star of Marco Ramirez's The Royale at Lincoln Center Theatre. Loosely based on the life of heavyweight boxer Jack Johnson, Davis' performance earned him the 2017 Clive Barnes Award for Theater, 2016 Obie "Performance Award," 2016 Theatre World Award and 2016 Drama Desk Award. He was also nominated for the 2016 Drama League Awards and was featured among Vogue Magazine's "Stars to Watch in 2016." Davis is among the original cast of The Public Theater's production of Sweat by Lynn Nottage. He made his Broadway debut in Sweat in 2017.

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Khris Davis STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Biff Loman

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company World Premiere, 2018
Charles

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Chris

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere at the Public Theater, 2016
Chris

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Jay


Khris Davis Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Khris Davis, The Royale

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Photos: Wendell Pierce Hosts Special New York Screening For BIG GEORGE FOREMAN Starring Khris Davis


Wendell Pierce hosted a special NY Screening for the film “Big George Foreman” starring KHRIS DAVIS Sunday evening at the Sony Screening Room in NYC. 

Photos: Go Inside The 38th Annual Artios Awards at the Edison Ballroom


See photos from the New York ceremony of The 38th Annual Artios Awards, hosted by Amber Ruffin at the Edison Ballroom.

COMPANY, TAKE ME OUT, and More Among Theatre Winners at the 38th Annual Artios Awards


Casting Society (CSA) honored excellence in casting across feature films, television and theatre at the 38th Annual Artios Awards held on Thursday, March 9, with ceremonies in Los Angeles, New York and London.

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Katrina Lenk, Raúl Esparza and More to Present at The 38th Artios Awards


Casting Society has announced its presenters for its 38th Artios Awards on Thursday, March 9, 2023, including Sheryl Lee Ralph, Katrina Lenk, and more. See the full list of nominees!

Photos: Sharon D. Clarke and Wendell Pierce Get Honored With Portraits at Sardi's


Death of a Salesman stars Sharon D. Clarke and Wendell Pierce recently were honored with portraits at the iconic Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling and you can check out photos here!

Photos: Al Roker and Deborah Roberts Visit DEATH OF A SALESMAN


Al Roker and his wife, Deborah Roberts caught one of the final performances of Broadway’s hit revival of “Death of a Salesman” over the weekend.  

6 Broadway Shows Close Today


On January 15, 2023, Broadway says goodbye to six shows and BroadwayWorld has the scoop on what comes next for the beloved productions.

Photos: Michael Kors & George Tillman Jr. Visit DEATH OF A SALESMAN


See photos of designer Michael Kors and film producer George Tillman Jr. visiting Death of a Salesman on Broadway.

Photos: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Celebrates 100 Performances On Broadway!


Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman which opened at Broadway’s historic Hudson Theatre on Sunday, October 9, will play its final four weeks per its limited engagement run, through Sunday, January 15. Tonight the show's company came together to celebrate the 100th performance of this electrifying revival! See photos from inside their celebration below!

Photos: Laurence Fishburne Visits DEATH OF A SALESMAN


Actor LAURENCE FISHBURNE made a holiday visit to catch the Broadway hit revival of Arthur Miller’s classic play DEATH OF A SALESMAN. Backstage, after the performance, he congratulated the show’s stars, Wendell Pierce and Sharon D Clarke along with the rest of the cast. Check out the photos here!

DEATH OF A SALESMAN Enters Final Four Weeks on Broadway


Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman which opened at Broadway’s historic Hudson Theatre on Sunday, October 9, will play its final four weeks per its limited engagement run, through Sunday, January 15.

Photos: Uzo Aduba, Norm Lewis and Ben Vereen Visit DEATH OF A SALESMAN


Uzo Aduba, Norm Lewis and Ben Vereen were the latest celebrities catching the acclaimed Broadway revival of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” at the Hudson Theatre.  Check out photos of the stars backstage with the cast here!

Photo: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Welcomes Arts Students For Special 'Salesman for All' Performance


Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman, which opened at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre on October 9, welcomed students for “Salesman for Everyone” in partnership with Broadway For All, a Tony Award-honored, Manhattan based national nonprofit that equips young artists and professionals with the programming, community and vision to build a more inclusive and powerful arts industry.

Photos: Wendell Pierce Celebrates His Birthday on Stage at DEATH OF A SALESMAN


Wendell Pierce celebrated his Birthday on stage last night at Death of a Salesman. Check out photos of the cake, and the cast singing Happy Birthday here!

Words From The Wings: McKinley Belcher III of DEATH OF A SALESMAN Shares His Backstage Must-Haves, Favorite Moments, and More!


BroadwayWorld is bringing you Words From the Wings, a new series of interviews that take fans behind the scenes of some of their favorite Broadway stars' backstage routines! Today we're chatting with McKinley Belcher III of Death of a Salesman, who shared his favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!

DEATH OF A SALESMAN Partners With Broadway for All on Initiative to Provide Tickets to Underrepresented Audiences


Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman has announced “Salesman for Everyone” in partnership with Broadway For All, a Tony Award-honored, Manhattan-based national nonprofit that equips young artists and professionals with the programming, community and vision to build a more inclusive and powerful arts industry.

Photos: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Welcomes Patrons & Friends of the Library of Congress


Death of a Salesman on Broadway welcomed patrons and friends of the Library of Congress, including the 14th Librarian of Congress and the first African American and the first woman to hold the position, Dr. Carla Hayden, to the Broadway reimagining of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman. See photos here!

Photos: Stars Turn Out For DEATH OF A SALESMAN Opening Night!


The Hudson Theatre was the place to be as stars of stage and screen came out to celebrate opening night of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman. This vibrant and timely production is directed by Miranda Cromwell, who co-directed the London production alongside Marianne Elliott. See photos from opening night!

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of DEATH OF A SALESMAN on Broadway


The best of Broadway flocked to the Hudson Theatre last night, where Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman officially opened on Broadway. This video is taking you inside the festivities!

Photos: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Company Celebrates Opening Night


The best of Broadway flocked to the Hudson Theatre last night, where Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman officially opened on Broadway. Check out photos from the opening night celebration!

Khris Davis FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Khris Davis been in?

Khris Davis has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Khris Davis been in?

Khris Davis has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Khris Davis been nominated for?

Khris Davis has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for his performance in The Royale.

What is Khris Davis next theatre project?

Khris Davis's next show will be Death of a Salesman which opens on 10/9/2022 on Broadway.

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