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BIO

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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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Earl

[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


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Khris Davis, The Royale

News


Video: GOOD BONES at The Public Theater

Performances are underway for The Public Theater's GOOD BONES by James Ijames and directed by Saheem Ali. Check out all new clips from the show in the video here!
Review Roundup: GOOD BONES Opens At The Public Theater

The Public Theater is presenting GOOD BONES by James Ijames and directed by Saheem Ali. Read the reviews!
Photos: Public Theater Celebrates Opening Night of GOOD BONES

The Public Theater just celebrated opening night of GOOD BONES by James Ijames and directed by Saheem Ali. Check out photos from inside the big night!
Photos: GOOD BONES at The Public Theater

The Public Theater is presenting GOOD BONES by James Ijames and directed by Saheem Ali. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames explores gentrification and the growing price of the American dream in his sharp, funny new play, GOOD BONES. Get a first look at production photos.
GOOD BONES Extends Through October At The Public Theater

James Ijames' GOOD BONES, directed by Saheem Ali, has been extended through Sunday, October 27 at the Public Theater.
GOOD BONES by James Ijames Extends at The Public Through Late October

The Public Theater will begin performances for the New York premiere of GOOD BONES, written by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames. The production has been extended. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: In Rehearsal for GOOD BONES At The Public Theater

James Ijames’ New York premiere of GOOD BONES, directed by Saheem Ali starts previews on Thursday, September 19 at The Public Theater. The company is hard at work in the rehearsal room preparing for the show's debut. Head behind the scenes in new photos!
Cast Announced For James Ijames' GOOD BONES At The Public Theater

The Public Theater has announced casting for the long-anticipated New York premiere of GOOD BONES written by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames and directed by Public Theater Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali.
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!

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?

and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Royale.

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