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Jaja’s African Hair Braiding

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May 17 – June 15 | Mandell Weiss Theatre

By Jocelyn Bioh | Directed by Whitney White

“Hot and hilarious… prepare for laughter.” The New York Times

Direct from Broadway, this dazzling production welcomes you into Jaja’s bustling shop in Harlem, where a lively and eclectic group of West African hair braiders create masterpieces on the heads of neighborhood women. During one sweltering summer day, love will blossom, dreams will flourish and friendships will be tested. When their uncertain circumstances boil over, this tight-knit group must confront what it means to be outsiders in the place they call home.

The Guardian called it “rapturous,” and The New York Times raved, “full of treasurable moments, when the drama feels tightly woven with the comedy.” Featuring humor as entertaining as its characters, this extraordinary play by Ghanaian-American playwright Jocelyn Bioh celebrates courage, community and the indomitable spirit of women. Jaja’s is a must-see for San Diego.

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NEXT EVENTS

Christmas Eve Dinner at the Catamaran Resort

Christmas Dining at The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

Christmas Eve Dining at A.R. Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

Lightscape

Christmas Eve Pre-Fixe Dinner at Juniper & Ivy

Christmas Dinner at The Landing

Celebrate Christmas with Oceanfront Dining at The Marine Room

Christmas Eve Dinner at Valle

Grinch's Christmas Eve Tea Party

Christmas Day Brunch at the Catamaran Resort

Christmas Day Dining at A.R. Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

Christmas Dinner at Sally's

Christmas Dinner at Sally's

Seaside Christmas Day Buffet at The Shores Restaurant

Savor the Season Christmas Day Buffet at The Seabird

Christmas Day Dinner at Valle

New Year’s Dinner at Sally’s

Wild Horses Festival

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