Jaja’s realistically encapsulates one day’s worth of work in a Harlem-based braid shop. Clients of all backgrounds come in asking for different styles: everything from sew-ins to micro braids. And if ...

Jaja’s can sometimes veer a little formulaic or presentational: In the single-scene appearance of Jaja herself, Kakoma spends most of her time standing directly downstage center (in, not to spoil ...

Hair is sacred to Black women, as are the institutions that shift and mold our tresses, styling them for seasons and occasions. Beauty salons are staples in the Black community, but the braiding shop ...

It's not often that I get to see plays and it's even more rare that I get to see plays with an entirely Black cast. "Jaja's African Hair Braiding" managed to merge the two worlds for a timely yet ...

INDIANAPOLIS — As we continue to celebrate culture during Black History Month, we can't forget about African Americans' contributions to style. Tempest Golden, assistant campus director at Tricoci ...

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The show curtain has a picture guide for the uninitiated: box braids, cornrows, micro braids, Ghana braids, tree braids. Even, if you’re lucky and the stylist is in the right mood, kinky twists. All ...

KANSAS CITY, MO — The Black Repertory Theater of Kansas City is highlighting a rich lineup of arts this November with ‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’. Black Rep Theater founder Damron Russel Armstong ...

This show is expanding beyond Broadway to introduce newcomers to the virtual theater scene. For those unable to catch “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” on Broadway, the show will be available on ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” which opened on Broadway in 2023, just staged its L.A. premiere at Mark Taper ...

Campus seniors Aaliyah Trotter and Yosolaoluwa Olakunle use their hair-braiding businesses to connect with other Black students and both understand the importance of embracing their natural hair.