Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Synopsis
Welcome to Jaja’s bustling hair braiding shop in Harlem where every day, a lively and eclectic group of West African immigrant hair braiders are creating masterpieces on the heads of neighborhood women. During one sweltering summer day, love will blossom, dreams will flourish, and secrets will be revealed. The uncertainty of their circumstances simmers below the surface of their lives and when it boils over, it forces this tight-knit community to confront what it means to be an outsider on the edge of the place they call home.
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Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Broadway Montage
Type: Teaser • Published 2023-10-05
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Brittany Adebumola
Miriam
Maechi Aharanwa
Ndidi
Rachel Christopher
Jennifer
Kalyne Coleman
Chrissy / Michelle / LaNiece
Somi Kakoma
Jaja
Lakisha May
Vanessa / Radia / Sheila
Nana Mensah
Aminata
Michael Oloyede
James / Sock Man / DVD Man / Jewelry Man
Dominique Thorne
Marie
Zenzi Williams
Bea
Onye Eme-Akwari
Nollywood Film Clip
Morgan Scott
Nollywood Film Clip
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 14, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Whitney White
- Screenplay & Story
- Jocelyn Bioh
- Original Score
- Justin Ellington
- Original Title
- Jaja's African Hair Braiding
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- The League of Live Stream Theater, Manhattan Theatre Club
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Whitney White
Jocelyn Bioh
Justin Ellington
Department Leadership Roster
Jocelyn Bioh
Writer
Whitney White
Director
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What is Jaja's African Hair Braiding about?
Welcome to Jaja’s bustling hair braiding shop in Harlem where every day, a lively and eclectic group of West African immigrant hair braiders are creating masterpieces on the heads of neighborhood women. During one sweltering summer day, love will blossom, dreams will flourish, and secrets will be revealed. The uncertainty of their circumstances simmers below the surface of their lives and when it boils over, it forces this tight-knit community to confront what it means to be an outsider on the edge of the place they call home.
Who directed Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding was directed by Whitney White.
Who stars in Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
The principal cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding includes Brittany Adebumola, Maechi Aharanwa, Rachel Christopher, Kalyne Coleman, Somi Kakoma.
When was Jaja's African Hair Braiding released and how long is it?
Jaja's African Hair Braiding was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Jaja's African Hair Braiding?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jaja's African Hair Braiding was composed by Justin Ellington.