The Royale
by Marco Ramirez
Directed by Stuart Carden
2016-2017 Studio Season
The Story
The brutal rhythm of boxing underscores this brilliantly stylized drama. Rising black prizefighter Jay “The Sport” Jackson dominates his opponents, but the harsh social realities of the early 1900s force him to fight twice as hard to earn recognition outside of the ring. Loosely based on iconic fighter Jack Johnson, The Royale brings us ringside to one man’s quest for victory against all odds.
Creative & Production Staff
Scenic and Lighting Designer: Brian Sidney Bembridge
Costume Designer: Christine Pascual
Sound Designer: Mikhail Fiksel
Body Percussion & Movement Choreographer: Stephanie Paul
Stage Manager: Shannon B. Sturgis
Cast
Akron Lanier Watson (Jay Jackson)
Samuel Ray Gates (Wynton)
Lance Baker (Max)
Bernard Gilbert (Fish)
Bria Walker (Nina)
Maalik Shakoor (Ensemble)
Jarris Williams (Ensemble)
St. Louis Theater Circle Awards
Outstanding Lighting Design in a Play (Brian Sidney Bembridge)
Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Mikhail Fiksel)
