The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls
By Keli Goff
Directed by Guinea Bennet-Price
January 29 - February 14, 2026
Keli Goff’s The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls is a vibrant, funny, and heartfelt celebration of Black women, Black hair, and the stories woven into every curl, braid, press, twist, and crown.
Told through a collection of powerful and interconnected monologues and scenes, the play explores the deeply personal—and often complicated—relationship Black women have with their hair. From beauty shops and kitchen conversations to workplace politics, family expectations, cultural traditions, and personal discovery, Crowns, Kinks and Curls reveals how hair can become a reflection of identity, history, pride, resistance, belonging, and self-love.
With humor, honesty, and plenty of personality, Goff gives voice to women across generations and experiences, reminding us that what may look like "just hair" is often anything but. Familiar, joyful, thought-provoking, and unapologetically Black, this production invites audiences to laugh, reflect, recognize themselves, and celebrate the beauty of showing up exactly as you are.
Join Soul Rep Theatre Company for an entertaining and affirming theatrical experience that celebrates the stories behind the styles—and the glorious women who wear them.
Season 26/27
Soul Rep Theatre Company proudly announces its 2026–2027 Season, a celebration of Black storytelling that uplifts, inspires, and brings our community together through three unforgettable productions. This season explores the richness of Black life through music, family, identity, and tradition, inviting audiences to laugh, reflect, and connect with stories that resonate long after the curtain falls.
The season begins with George C. Wolfe's Spunk, adapted from the stories of Zora Neale Hurston running October 23–November 1, 2026, at Bryant Hall. Adapted from the beloved stories of Zora Neale Hurston, Spunk is an electrifying theatrical experience infused with the rhythms of blues, gospel, and jazz. Through three captivating tales, this vibrant production celebrates love, resilience, folklore, and the enduring spirit of community.
Next, Soul Rep heads to the South Dallas Cultural Center for Keli Goff's The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls, January 29–February 14, 2027. Filled with laughter, heart, and authenticity, this uplifting comedy celebrates Black womanhood, natural hair culture, friendship, and self-discovery. Set in the welcoming atmosphere of a neighborhood salon, it is a joyful reminder of the power of community and embracing who we are.
The season concludes with Zora Howard's Stew, April 23–May 9, 2027, at Bryant Hall. This poignant and beautifully crafted drama gathers generations of Black women around a family kitchen, where food becomes a language of love, memory, and legacy. Rich with warmth, humor, and emotional depth, Stew honors the traditions that nourish us and the family bonds that sustain us.
Together, these three remarkable productions embody Soul Rep Theatre Company's mission to protect and progress the Black Theatre experience. Join us for a season filled with unforgettable performances, meaningful conversations, and stories that celebrate the beauty, resilience, and complexity of Black life.
