Jaja's African Hair Braiding
A Nightwood Theatre, Obsidian Theatre and Soulpepper Theatre Co-Production in partnership with Luminato Festival
Directed by Mumbi Tindyebwa Otu
May 13 – June 6, 2027
Young Centre for the Performing Arts – The Marilyn and Charles Baillie Theatre
(50 Tank House Lane)
“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
Tickets are currently available to be booked by purchasing a Nightwood Season Pass. Single tickets will go on sale later in the year.
Tuesdays – Saturdays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays & Sundays at 1:30 pm
To book tickets over the phone once available, please contact the Young Centre Box Office at 416.866.8666.
Tony Ofori, Warona Setshwaelo, Sophia Walker
Directed by Mumbi Tindyebwa Otu
The show is taking place at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. Click here for the accessibility guide.
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