The Royale (CBT)
Date and Time
Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Location
The Jenny Boyd Theatre
1710 Andy Holt Ave
Knoxville, TN 37996
Event Details
It's 1905 in the racially segregated world of boxing, and Jay "The Sport" Jackson, a handsome, tough, headstrong and undeniably great boxer, dreams of being the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. Inspired by the life and story of Jack Johnson, The Royale, by Marco Ramirez, is a drama of the psyche that follows Jay after a money-hungry boxing promoter sparks a plan for a historic fight of the century. Suddenly, his dream seems possible..but at what cost? The Royale is a deep examination of society's relationship with history makers and the responsibilities they carry both inside and outside the ring.
Important Event Information
The Royale contains themes of racism and depictions of violence. The play contains strong language.
Pricing
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