Jaja's African Hair Braiding tickets
About Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Don’t miss Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, this two-time Tony-award-winning comedy by Jocelyn Bioh, set over the course of one hot summer day in Harlem. Book Jaja’s African Hair Braiding tickets on TodayTix.
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is a play about a spirited group of West African immigrant braiders as they work hard to keep their customers happy and, thus, keep business afloat, as well as their passions and dreams. However, as appointments pile up around them, secrets come flooding in, personalities clash, and the salon becomes fueled by laughter and difficult discussions, bringing hard feelings to the surface.
What begins as a workplace comedy turns into a reflection on love and belonging in a world that doesn’t often feel so loving. Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is making its UK premiere at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, in all its sweet and funny glory, while giving weight to the heavy realities facing the women at its core.
Run time
1hr 30min. No interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
18th March, 2026
End date
25th April, 2026
“Hilarious, heartfelt celebration of African diaspora life”
A Joyful Celebration of Community and Culture
Audiences are absolutely raving about this brilliantly crafted production that perfectly captures the vibrant atmosphere of an African hair salon. The show masterfully balances laugh-out-loud comedy w...
What It Feels Like
- Pure joy
- Culturally rich
- Emotionally moving
You’ll Love This If…
- You appreciate authentic cultural storytelling with heart and humour
- You enjoy relatable characters who feel like people you know
- You love theatre that tackles real issues whilst making you laugh
Much better than every aspect that I expected. Sharp, witty, funny but serious when it needed to be. Excellent acting. Great all round show
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, a collaboration of Jocelyn Bioh and Monique Touko, brilliantly showcases community and culture at Lyric Hammersmith. It is colourful, moving and full of energy.
Great show!! The content had its serious elements but the story telling incorporates humour, great acting, and some intense moments. Loved the way the story is depicted and the way it all came together on stage.
Jaja's African Hair Braiding cast and creative team
By: Jocelyn Bioh
Director: Monique Touko
Venue
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Hammersmith
Bus numbers: 190, 266, 267, 391, H91
Night bus numbers: N9, N11
More information about Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in London reunites writer Jocelyn Bioh and director Monique Touko, the team behind School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, while bringing Bioh’s Broadway smash hit to the UK stage for the very first time. This play premiered on Broadway in 2023 and received five Tony Award nominations in 2024, winning two.
This production’s cast is led by Zainab Jah as Jaja and Sewa Zamba as Marie, accompanied as well by Dani Moseley, Renee Bailey, Babirye Bukilwa, Jadesola Odunjo, Dolapo Oni, Karene Peter, Bola Akeju, and Demmy Ladipo. It also features an impressive creative team: set dressing by Paul Wills, costuming by Jessica Cabassa, lighting design by Simisola Majekodunmi, sound design by Tony Gayle, and wigs, hair, and make-up design by Cynthia De La Rosa.
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is an incredibly warm, gorgeous night at the theatre with plenty of heart to go around. Audiences are sure to leave this show with a smile on their face and love in their hearts.
What to watch for
- This show won a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Wig and Hair Design in 2024.
- Jaja’s African Hair Braiding was extended twice on Broadway from its initial end date.
- Writer Jocelyn Bioh’s play, African Americans, was selected as a Ruby Prize Finalist in 2011.
- Jaja’s African Hair Braiding premiered at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre in October of 2023.
Frequently asked questions
What is Jaja's African Hair Braiding about?
Don’t miss Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, an incredibly funny, beautiful, Tony-winning comedy about sisterhood and the difficulties of immigrant life as it makes its UK premiere.
Which theatre is Jaja's African Hair Braiding at?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding is at London's Lyric Hammersmith, which is located at King Street, Lyric Square, London, W6 0QL.
How do you get tickets for Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
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What is the running time of Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding runs for 1hr 30min. No interval.
What is the age recommendation for Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Ages 14+.
Who wrote Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Jocelyn Bioh wrote the play.
Who directed Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Monique Touko is the director.
Is Jaja's African Hair Braiding appropriate for kids?
This show is most appropriate for those ages 14 and over.
Is Jaja's African Hair Braiding good?
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is phenomenal for those who enjoy rich, ensemble plays. It highlights its humour well without overshadowing the deeply human storylines that live with its characters.
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