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Trai Byers starred on the FOX’s hit show ‘Empire’ as Andre Lyon. In 2014, he portrayed James Foreman in the Ava DuVernay directed ‘Selma’. Most recently, Byers starred in, co-wrote and produced ‘The 24th’; the true story of the largest murder trial in US History. He holds an MFA from Yale School of Drama and is now making his Broadway debut.

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The Piano Lesson The Piano Lesson
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Avery

Movies

Caesar and Otto's Summer Camp Massacre
[ 2009 ] Chip
Destination Planet Negro
[ 2013 ] B-12
Selma
[ 2014 ] James Forman
Jayhawkers
[ 2014 ] Nathan Davis
Americons
[ 2015 ] Theo Jones
Bent
[ 2018 ] Chuck
The 24th
[ 2020 ] Boston
Wife Stalker
[ 2025 ] Leo

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Empire
Andre Lyon

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THE PIANO LESSON Broadway Revival Officially Recoups Photo
THE PIANO LESSON Broadway Revival Officially Recoups
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024

The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson which concluded its Broadway engagement on January 29, 2023, has officially recouped its investment.
Photos: THE PIANO LESSON Cast Takes Final Bows On Broadway Photo
Photos: THE PIANO LESSON Cast Takes Final Bows On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 30, 2023

The Piano Lesson played its final Broadway performance on January 29, 2023. BroadwayWorld was there to see the cast take their final bows, and you can check out photos here!
THE PIANO LESSON to be Filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archive Photo
THE PIANO LESSON to be Filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023

The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives. See how to purchase tickets to The Piano Lesson, and more!
Photos: Oprah Winfrey, Billy Porter, Anne Hathaway, and More Visit THE PIANO LESSON Photo
Photos: Oprah Winfrey, Billy Porter, Anne Hathaway, and More Visit THE PIANO LESSON
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 20, 2023

The Piano Lesson on Broadway has seen several notable guests, including Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Billy Porter, Anne Hathaway, and more! BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture photos of the guests backstage with members of the cast. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Robert De Niro, Lucy Liu & More Stars Attend THE PIANO LESSON Photo
Photos: Robert De Niro, Lucy Liu & More Stars Attend THE PIANO LESSON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2023

See photos of Robert De Niro, Lucy Liu and many more stars attending The Piano Lesson on Broadway!
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Tried to Get Her Daughter In THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Photo
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Tried to Get Her Daughter In THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Jan 4, 2023

Danielle Brooks appeared on Late Night With Seth Meyers last night to discuss starring in The Piano Lesson and filming the movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple. During the interview, Brooks revealed that she tried to get her daughter to film a scene in The Color Purple movie but it ended up being an 'epic fail.' Watch the video now!
THE PIANO LESSON Becomes Highest Grossing August Wilson Play on Broadway in History Photo
THE PIANO LESSON Becomes Highest Grossing August Wilson Play on Broadway in History
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023

The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson has officially become the highest grossing Wilson play on Broadway in history.
Trai Byers to Play Final Performance in THE PIANO LESSON This Month Photo
Trai Byers to Play Final Performance in THE PIANO LESSON This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023

Casting changes have been announced through the end of the extended run of The Piano Lesson on Broadway, which concludes on January 29, 2023. See how to purchase tickets and more.
THE PIANO LESSON Might Transfer to the West End in 2023 Photo
THE PIANO LESSON Might Transfer to the West End in 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 24, 2022

According to a tweet from Deadline Hollywood columnist and International Editor at Large Baz Bamigboye, rumour has it that The Piano Lesson starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Brooks could transfer to the West End in 2023.
Photos: Reverend Al Sharpton Surprises Samuel L. Jackson With Birthday Cake at THE PI Photo
Photos: Reverend Al Sharpton Surprises Samuel L. Jackson With Birthday Cake at THE PIANO LESS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2022

Last night, December 21, at the hit Broadway revival of The Piano Lesson, Reverend Al Sharpton surprised star Samuel L. Jackson on his birthday with a cake at the curtain call. Check out photos from the evening here!
Photos: Taraji P. Henson and Natasha Lyonne Visit THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway Photo
Photos: Taraji P. Henson and Natasha Lyonne Visit THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 19, 2022

Natasha Lyonne, who starred with The Piano Lesson's Danielle Brooks in Orange is the New Black, and Taraji P. Henson visited the cast of The Piano Lesson backstage after seeing the play on Broadway last week. The Piano Lesson is currently scheduled to run through January 29, 2023. Check out the photos here!
Photos: David Hyde Pierce Visits THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway Photo
Photos: David Hyde Pierce Visits THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2022

Tony Award-winner David Hyde Pierce visited the cast of The Piano Lesson backstage after seeing the play on Broadway this week. The Piano Lesson is currently scheduled to run through January 2023.
VIDEO: Samuel L. Jackson Discusses the Original PIANO LESSON Production on THE TONIGH Photo
VIDEO: Samuel L. Jackson Discusses the Original PIANO LESSON Production on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2022

Samuel L. Jackson appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to discuss appearing on Broadway in The Piano Lesson. During the interview, they discussed the show's success and Jackson looked back on his experience in the original production of the play. Watch the new interview video now!
THE PIANO LESSON Extended Through January 2023 Photo
THE PIANO LESSON Extended Through January 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2022

The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be extended by popular demand -- through January 29, 2023. The Piano Lesson remains the highest grossing revival of a play on Broadway.
Words From The Wings: April Matthis of THE PIANO LESSON Shares Her Backstage Routine Photo
Words From The Wings: April Matthis of THE PIANO LESSON Shares Her Backstage Routine
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2022

We're chatting with April Matthis of The Piano Lesson! She told us all about her backstage routine, must-haves, and more!
VIDEO: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Reveals What She Wants PIANO LESSON Audiences to Ta Photo
VIDEO: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Reveals What She Wants PIANO LESSON Audiences to Take Away From the Play on FALLON
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2022

LaTanya Richardson Jackson appeared on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss directing The Piano Lesson on Broadway. During the interview, Jackson discussed what she hopes audiences take away from the play after they see it. Watch the new video interview now!
VIDEO: John David Washington Reveals His PIANO LESSON Pre-Show Ritual on LIVE! WITH K Photo
VIDEO: John David Washington Reveals His PIANO LESSON Pre-Show Ritual on LIVE! WITH KELLY & RYAN
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2022

John David Washington appeared on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan to discuss making his Broadway debut in The Piano Lesson. During the interview, Washington revealed his pre-show ritual, which arrives arrives at the theatre an hour and a half early to do. Watch a video clip from the interview now!
THE PIANO LESSON Announces General Rush and Digital Lottery Policies Photo
THE PIANO LESSON Announces General Rush and Digital Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2022

The general rush and digital lottery policies have been announced for the Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson.
Danielle Brooks Out of THE PIANO LESSON Due to COVID-19 Photo
Danielle Brooks Out of THE PIANO LESSON Due to COVID-19
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2022

Danielle Brooks revealed that she will be out of The Piano Lesson through October 23 after testing positive for COVID-19.
Photos: Stars Arrive at THE PIANO LESSON Opening Night Photo
Photos: Stars Arrive at THE PIANO LESSON Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2022

The best of Broadway was at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on Thursday, where The Piano Lesson, directed by Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson and starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Brooks, opened on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the arrivals and you can check out photos of Patti LuPone, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and more on the red carpet below!
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How many Broadway shows has Trai Byers been in?

Trai Byers has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

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Trai Byers has not appeared in the West End.

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