Yalla Bitch

Written By Ujima Admin
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Closing the season is Yalla Bitch by Ujima’s legendary founder, Lorna C. Hill.

This bold and provocative play, staged in the heart of summer, is a fierce exploration of power, agency, and the voices of Black women. Yalla Bitch serves as both an artistic triumph and a tribute to Hill’s indelible impact on the theatre world and beyond. In an exciting development, Ujima will be touring this production—an important milestone, as it marks the first time in many years that the company has taken a show on the road. This tour reaffirms Ujima’s commitment to sharing impactful stories with a wider audience and strengthening our reach beyond Buffalo. This special run of Yalla Bitch will be performed in gardens across the Buffalo Area.

The tour will feature three different types of experiences. You are welcome to choose the one that best suits you or come and experience all three!:

  • Free Performance Evenings - Community centered performances open to the public. Reservations encouraged but not required. Bring a seat or a blanket and enjoy!

  • Paid Performance Evenings - These evenings will feature special locations and include extra goodies for audience members in partnership with local businesses as well as a guaranteed seat for the show.

  • Yalla Gala - A special evening of fellowship, music, and joy at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens in celebration of what would have been Lorna’s 75th birthday. Tickets are limited for this exclusive event featuring food, bespoke merchandise, and a special performance of Yalla Bitch by Lorna C. Hill. Stick around after the show to explore the gardens privately with Ujima’s guests!

June 19 - July 12, 2026

Showtimes:

Free Performances

  • June 19th & 20th, 6PM @ School 77

  • June 27th 6PM @ 60 Winston Rd

  • June 28th, 2PM @ Silo City

  • July 6th, 6PM @ The Saul Elkin Stage at Shakespeare in Delaware Park

  • July 11th, 6PM @ Freedom Park

  • July 12th, 6PM @ Gail V Wells Memorial Food Forest


Paid Performances:

  • June 21st, 6PM @ 5 Points Bakery

  • *YALLA GALA* - June 26th, 6PM @ Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

  • June 28th, 6PM @ Duende at Silo City

  • July 10th, 6PM @ Penn Dixie Fossil Park


Tickets:

$100 Yalla Gala Ticket

$40 General Admission

$30 Seniors

$20 Veterans & Students

Ujima Admin