A joyful, powerful musical about a young Black girl learning to love her natural hair, embrace who she is, and believe in the dream inside her.
The musical is inspired by Kayla Walker's childhood growing up in an interracial home and not always having the knowledge or resources to understand and care for her natural hair.
Those experiences shaped the story of a young Black girl navigating bullying, identity and self-doubt while discovering that the things that make her different are also part of her power.
Believe uses music and theatre to create a night of joy, education, empowerment and representation for Black girls, Black children, mothers and caregivers.
Natural hair, Black childhood and cultural identity are celebrated on stage.
The story addresses bullying, self-confidence, perseverance and finding your voice.
Families can talk about natural hair, identity, empathy and how to affirm Black children.
Our goal is an unforgettable live experience a young girl carries with her long after curtain call.
A young Black girl. A big dream. A journey to embrace the beauty and power already inside her.
Believe follows a young Black girl who dreams of singing and performing but begins to question herself after being bullied about her hair and appearance.
Through original music, live acting and dance, she learns to embrace her natural hair, understand her identity and believe in her own voice.
A magical pre-show beauty and confidence experience for girls.
Before the curtain rises, the Believe Experience gives girls a chance to step into a joyful space created just for them — a place to get pampered, express themselves, and feel special.
In partnership with Afro Unicorn, this special experience helps bring confidence, creativity, and care to the girls attending the event.
From hair styling and nails to fun glam touches and beauty moments, this experience is designed to help every girl feel confident, beautiful, and celebrated before enjoying Believe the Musical.
The Believe Experience is more than just getting ready — it is about creating a moment of joy, self-expression, and self-confidence. It reminds girls that they deserve to feel seen, empowered, and beautiful exactly as they are.
Come early and enjoy a fun, confidence-filled beauty experience before the show begins.
Get Ready to Shine
Kayla Malika Walker is an educator, actress, filmmaker and children's creator whose work is centered on uplifting, educating and encouraging young audiences.
Her nickname, Keekah, grew from her name, Kayla Malika, and became the name children know through her music, movement and children's content. Believe the Musical brings Kayla's personal story and the same heart behind Keekah to the stage.
Educator, actress, filmmaker and children's creator. Kayla created Believe from her own lived experience and a desire to give young Black girls the confidence-centered representation she wished she had growing up.
Justin Carmouche is a writer, creator, filmmaker and producer helping shape Believe's story, visual direction, production and live experience. Together, Kayla and Justin are creating a musical designed to inspire young audiences and leave a lasting impact on families.
The dream is hitting the road. ✨
Believe the Musical is creating a live experience centered on Black girl joy, identity, confidence and the power of being exactly who you are.
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