Looking for the best things to do in Chicago this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your ...

Michael Shayan’s show, in which he plays his own mother as she celebrates the Iranian New Year, has much akin to stand-up ...

Chicago Shakespeare hosted its opening night for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Friday. In attendance were LaChanze, a producer ...

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 ...

Playwright James Ijames plays constantly with two types of expectations: the ones your family places on you, and the ones that Shakespeare has placed on all of us.

Set in Harlem’s hottest braid shop on a sweltering 99-degree day, the play revolves around Marie (Jordan Rice), Jaja’s college-bound daughter, who is managing the shop while Jaja prepares for a ...

In fact, Chicago Shakespeare has two plays running simultaneously that take on both. In its larger Yard Theatre, the play “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” takes us inside a hair salon in ...

A local stop at Chicago Shakespeare Theater opens this week and runs through Feb. 2. Underneath the laughs, this lively comedy is a portrait of African immigrants striving to make it in America.

This year, three high school students will have their plays produced by Pegasus Theatre Chicago. The fest come to an end this Sunday. Jaja's African Hair Braiding - Chicago Shakespeare Theater ...