Jaja's African Hair Braiding tickets
About Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Step into the vibrant world of Jaja's African Hair Braiding. Set in the pulsating heart of Harlem, this comedic gem unravels the complexities of cultural identity, assimilation, and the pursuit of the American Dream within the African immigrant community. Follow the uproarious escapades of Marie, Bea, Miriam, Aminata, Ndidi, Jaja, and others as they navigate life and laughter in Jaja's bustling hair braiding salon. With humor as rich as its characters, this Tony Award-winning production weaves hilarious moments with profound insights, celebrating the indomitable spirit and interconnectedness that define us all.
"Vibrant...Immersive...Tremendous talent" - The Washington Post
"Laugh-out-loud hilarious" - DC Theater Arts
"A heartwarming and raucously funny tale" - Broadway World
"A powerfully captivating story" - Maryland Theatre Guide
Southwest Nights
- Saturday, September 21 at 2 p.m.
Audio-Described Performance + DC Theatre Week Kickoff Fest in Lobby
- Saturday, September 28, at 2 p.m.
ASL-Interpreted Performance
- Saturday, October 5, at 8 p.m.
Mask-Required Performances
- Tuesday, October 8, at 7:30 p.m.
Post-Show Conversations
- Thursday, September 19, at 8 p.m.
- Thursday, September 26, at 12 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 1, at 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 2, at 12 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 9, at 12 p.m.
HBCU/Divine 9 Night
- Thursday, September 19 Rep your colors! Calling all of our Divine 9 members and HBCU students, staff, and alumni to come out to the show that will have everyone talking! 8 p.m. performance followed by a thought-provoking post-show conversation.
Jaja’s Marketplace: EmpowerHER Event
- Saturday, September 21
Welcoming all entrepreneurs and beauty enthusiasts! Arena will transform into Jaja’s Marketplace where you can buy from local women-owned businesses and learn what it takes to own a business and effectively promote your brand. The Marketplace will be open to the public for shopping from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The day's ticketholders—for the 2 p.m. matinee or 8 p.m. evening performance—will be invited to an exclusive 6 p.m. panel discussion featuring bold women who have mastered the art of launching and scaling their businesses to make an impact in their communities.
Know before you go
Mask-Required Performances: Oct 8, 7:30PM.
Run time
1hr 30min. No intermission.
Categories
Start date
September 6th, 2024
End date
October 13th, 2024
Jaja's African Hair Braiding cast and creative team
By: Jocelyn Bioh
Director: Whitney White
Cast list: Melanie Brezill, Victorie Charles, Yao Dogbe, Mia Ellis, Tiffany Renee Johnson, Colby N. Muhammad, Jordan Rice, Awa Sal Secka, Aisha Sougou, Bisserat Tseggai
Design: David Zinn
Costumes: Dede Ayite
Lighting: Jiyuon Chang
Sound: Justin Ellington
Other info: Video design by Stefania Bulbarella, hair and wig design by Nikiya Mathis, associate direction by Manna-Symone Middlebrooks, stage management by Mandisa Reed, assistant stage management by Jamie Berry
Venue
Kreeger Theater at Arena Stage
Tickets
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