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Playwright finds universality in her play ‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’
Ghanaian American playwright Jocelyn Bioh’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” is the product of “30-plus years of stories that I ...
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How a Boston braider taught actors to braid for new production of "Jaja's African Hair Braiding"
A new production of the Tony Award-winning play, "Jaja's African Hair Braiding," a group of West African immigrants are ...
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NYC Braiding professionals unite for more access to licensing
Dozens of braiding professionals rode buses to Albany last week to advocate for reforms to the natural hair styling license requirements.
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‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ showcases the joys and struggles of immigrants in America
The SpeakEasy Stage's production of the Tony Award-winning play centers hair braiders and their lives over one day in the ...
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Actors hope Boston production of "Jaja's African Hair Braiding" will bring people together
A new production of the Tony Award-winning play, "Jaja's African Hair Braiding," a group of West African immigrants are creating community with mini masterpieces in Boston. The play takes place ...