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Review: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
by Jake Bridges - Sep 15, 2024

What did our critic think of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage?

Cast and Creative Team Set for JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Live Stream Final Week of Broadway Run
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023

The League of Live Stream Theater will partner with Manhattan Theatre Club to present the Broadway sensation Jaja's African Hair Braiding via live stream.

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Extended Through Late November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023

Get the latest updates on JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, the hit Broadway show that has been extended. Don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity to experience the vibrant energy of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING on stage.

Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 4, 2023

Jaja’s African Hair Braiding officially opened last night, October 3, at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Performances run through Sunday, November 5. Check out photos from inside the festivities here!

Photos: The Cast of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 4, 2023

Jaja’s African Hair Braiding officially opened last night, October 3, at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!

Review Roundup: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2023

Jaja’s African Hair Braiding opens tonight at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Read the reviews!

Jennifer Fouché, Liane Grant, Nadia Brown and More Will Lead Industry Reading Of HALF ME, HALF YOU
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

Zhailon Levingston directs this timely new play, following its critically acclaimed Off-West End production and New York festival wins. Learn more about the reading here!

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Extends Broadway Engagement Through Early November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING's Broadway engagement has been extended. Now running through early November. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: First Look at JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023

Check out photos of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING on Broadway! Learn how to purchase tickets!

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Will Offer Post-Show Talkback Series
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2023

The world premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding begins previews next week. Learn more about the upcoming post-show talkbacks!

Up on the Marquee: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 9, 2023

Check out new photos of the Broadway marquee for the world premiere of Jaja's African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh (School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play) and directed by Whitney White (Our Dear Dead Drug Lord).

Tickets Are on Sale Now For JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2023

Ttickets are now on sale for the world premiere of Jaja's African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh (School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play) and directed by Whitney White (Our Dear Dead Drug Lord).

Full Cast Revealed For JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023

The full cast has been announced for the world premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White. Find out who is starring in the world premiere here!

Photos: Go Inside The 2nd Annual BLACK WOMEN ON BROADWAY Awards!
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 6, 2023

The second annual Black Women On Broadway awards were held this week in New York and the star-studded event included appearances from the organization's founders, Danielle Brooks, Jocelyn Bioh, and Amber Iman and Broadway luminaries NaTasha Yvette Williams, Tonya Pinkins, Crystal Lucas Perry, LaChanze, Audra McDonald and more! See who else turned out to celebrate Black women on Broadway in the photos below!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of New York Theatre Workshop's HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 14, 2023

Just last night, New York Theatre Workshop celebrated opening night of How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Review Roundup: HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF at New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2023

New York Theatre Workshop presents How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla (TWITCH), co-directed by Tony Award-winning NYTW Usual Suspect Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown), Susan Smith Blackburn finalist Liliana Padilla and Princess Grace Award winner Steph Paul (The Last Match). Read reviews for the production.

Previews Begin Tonight for HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF at New York Theatre Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2023

How to Defend Yourself begins performances tonight, Wednesday February 22, 2023, with an opening night set for Monday March 13, for a limited run through Sunday April 2, 2023 at New York Theatre Workshop.

Exclusive: What Goes Into Casting a Broadway Show? Casting Directors Tell All
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Feb 19, 2023

Ever wonder what goes into casting a Broadway show? In this video, casting directors Bernard Telsey, Erica Hart, and Erica Jensen explain how the job works and how it has evolved in the last several years.

Talia Ryder to Lead HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF at New York Theatre Workshop; Full Cast & Creative Team Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023

New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast and creative team for How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla. See performance dates, how to purchase tickets, and more!