Jaja's African Hair Braiding tickets
About Jaja's African Hair Braiding
‘Are we making money today or what?’
Welcome to Jaja’s! This bustling Harlem braiding salon is where neighbourhood women come to have their greatest hairstyle dreams come true, all in the hands of a lively group of West African immigrant braiders.
Across one hot summers day, these women experience everything in the pressure cooker of the sweltering shop: from demanding customers to secrets and lies, laughter and betrayal. But each of these women has big dreams as well, dreams which increasingly pit them against the city they call home.
Following its sold-out run in 2026, the UK premiere production of this Tony Award-winning comedy returns to the Lyric in 2027, reuniting the team behind smash-hit School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play in writer Jocelyn Bioh and director Monique Touko.
Audio Described:
- Tuesday, 9th February, 7:30pm
BSL Interpreted:
- Thursday, 18th February, 7:30pm
Open Captioned:
- Tuesday, 16th February, 7:30pm
Chilled:
- Saturday, 20th February, 2:30pm
Run time
1hr 40min. No interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
28th January, 2027
End date
27th February, 2027
“Hilarious, heartfelt celebration of sisterhood and immigrant dreams”
A Salon Full of Laughter and Heart
Audiences are overwhelmingly enchanted by Jaja's African Hair Braiding, praising its authentic portrayal of life inside an African braiding salon in Harlem. The sharp, witty humour has crowds laughing...
What It Feels Like
- Joyfully authentic
- Warmly nostalgic
- Emotionally vibrant
You’ll Love This If…
- You cherish stories celebrating Black womanhood and community
- You enjoy comedy with real emotional depth
- You appreciate culturally rich theatre that feels like home
A good representation of our culture with added comical touch
Much better than every aspect that I expected. Sharp, witty, funny but serious when it needed to be. Excellent acting. Great all round show
Great show!! The content had its serious elements but the story telling incorporates humour, great acting, and some intense moments. Loved the way the story is depicted and the way it all came together on stage.
Jaja's African Hair Braiding cast and creative team
By: Jocelyn Bioh
Director: Monique Touko
Venue
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Hammersmith
Bus numbers: 190, 266, 267, 391, H91
Night bus numbers: N9, N11
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
What is Jaja's African Hair Braiding about?
Welcome to Jaja’s! This bustling Harlem braiding salon is where neighbourhood women come to have their greatest hairstyle dreams come true, all in the hands of a lively group of West African immigrant braiders.
Which theatre is Jaja's African Hair Braiding at?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding is at London's Lyric Hammersmith, which is located at King Street, Lyric Square, London, W6 0QL.
How do you get tickets for Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
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What is the running time of Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding runs for 1hr 40min. No interval.
What is the age recommendation for Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Ages 12+.
How much are tickets for Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding tickets start at £13.
Who wrote Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Jocelyn Bioh wrote the play.
Who directed Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Monique Touko is the director.
Is Jaja's African Hair Braiding appropriate for kids?
This show is most appropriate for those ages 14 and over.
Is Jaja's African Hair Braiding good?
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is phenomenal for those who enjoy rich, ensemble plays. It highlights its humour well without overshadowing the deeply human storylines that live with its characters.
