JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING

An Obsidian, Soulpepper and Nightwood Theatre Co-Production

“We all deserve some joy in our life”

Step into Jaja’s shop, where every braid carries a story. On a sweltering July day, this vibrant comedy celebrates five women building new lives far from home. Overlooked by the world around them, inside Jaja’s, they’re artists with gifted hands and bold ambition.

Equal parts hilarious and tender, Jaja’s reminds us that everyday rituals can become profound celebrations of community, calling us back to who we really are.

Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

Illustration by Celeste Cole