Since then, she married, raised six children, and supported her family by braiding hair ... unparalleled coverage of Atlanta’s African American community in your inbox. Sign up He never came home.

T Charles Erickson Share “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” opened on Broadway in 2023 with a run that extended twice. Ghanaian American playwright and actor Jocelyn Bioh’s comedy earned six ...

They’re popular in part because they’re supposed to leave your hair in better shape than traditional styles. Here’s what the experts say.

The comedy now on stage spotlights its characters’ individuality but also celebrates the rich diversity of American culture. Entertainment reporter Vince Gerasole sat with its director, Chicago native ...

With a number of black haircare products on the market, its hard to decide which one helps or hurts our hair. Here's what to ...

Historic Black theater kick off its 2025 season February 11th at Southwest Atlanta Arts Center Kenny ... upcoming production of “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a play about an African ...

The shows of abundant holiday cheer have closed, we’re rolling through January, and it is time for Atlanta theaters ... premiere of “JaJa’s African Hair Braiding,” a heartfelt exploration ...

What awards has Dede Ayite won? Dede Ayite has won the Best Costume Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Jaja's African Hair Braiding and a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards.

Outstanding Direction of a Play (Drama League Awards) for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Outstanding Director (The Lortels ...

At Jaja's salon, stories are told, dramas unfold, jokes fly, and immaculate hairstyles tower. Tony-nominated ...

The hit play, which originated in New York, offers an intimate look at the lives of hair braiders and their clients, ...

Zoo Atlanta announced a new big-eared resident was coming to their African Savanna thanks to a new transfer from the Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita, Kan. According to zoo officials, Titan ...