Dramatics NYC

I had a great experience for my first visit to this salon. My stylist Gucci was exceptional. She saw me immediately at the time we scheduled, gave me an in depth consultation and addressed all of my concerns. She colored my hair exactly the way I wanted and kept my curls in tact. She styled my curls with a lovely scented styler and I left the salon feeling super confident. The place is lovely and the staff members all are all very welcoming.
I will not look any further for a professional stylist with years of experience. Gucci is the way to go!
I have naturally curly hair and she was able to balyage my hair with a beautiful midnight blue. Everyone loves and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.

I have been going to this place for years and years now. I want to love this place but something holds me back from saying so. I bounce around to see if I can do better and I come here when I absolutely need it which is averaging about once a year. I don’t get anything crazy done. I am a boring girl when it comes to my hair: wash, trim ends straight across (no layers, no bangs, no dye jobs, no nothing), blow dry with flat iron and basically get it as straight as possible. At first I used to see Yuki and when she left I followed her around until she disappeared. Then I came back here and started seeing Cleo and then she left for greener ($$$) pastures. After exploring around a bit, I felt like I had to come back here. When I made my appointment, I asked for someone who had experience with straightening ethnic and processed hair and the receptionist set me up with Mia. She told me, and I quote «Don’t worry, she’s Dominican». OMG.
Here is the issue that ruins my experience, I always feel as if they are trying to sell me products all the time. I can almost recite the script word for word: «Hey how much are you paying for your deep conditioning treatment today?» (I never remember). «Because if you buy this conditioner (which is a $ 50 shea conditioner) you will get more for your money. I think you really need it because your hair is really dry.» I felt that Mia was too pushy with the sales. I can’t ever bring myself to buy $ 50 conditioner that will literally go down the drain. Mia was very sick one time and I didn’t feel like rescheduling again so that is how I was introduced to Mimi. Mimi does exactly what I asks. I LOVE Mimi. She chats and lets me relax at the same time. She always has a great attitude and never makes me feel uncomfortable. (The shampoo person reads the sales script now). I think the difference is that one recommends products and the other one pushes. Get my drift?
Another major gripe: Why doesn’t Dramatics have free Wifi? WTF? Starbucks, McDonalds, Wendy’s, Dunkin Donuts, Panera, doctor offices all have free Wifi except for the one place that I am going to spend roughly 2 – 3 hours in? They have free coffee and tea but no free Wifi in the one place that should have it? Come on now! Get with the program.
Now let me list the reasons why I travel all the way from the Bronx to here to get my hair done: Never, not once, were they ever late for my appointment. They are always ready for me at my appointment time-​this shows me that they value my time; I highly recommend the clear gloss treatment-​it makes your hair so shiny for weeks; professional and clean looking salon; professionals all around who aim to please; scalp massages; free coffee and tea and even though I don’t utilize the service but from what I can see they do great highlights/​color.
Bottom Line:
Of course I will come back but I will be stepping out on the side too.

SOHO is amazing. I recently had highlights done. She really took her time and did a fantastic job. I highly recommend her.

I had an amazing experience here with Katt. My hair was a stubborn brown with mint green and she managed to get me to a beautiful blonde! She also cut and styled my hair. Katt really listened to what I wanted and went beyond and above my expectations. Not only is she a talented hairstylist and colourist, but she is also really nice.
The rest of the staff in this salon is great as well. They are very polite and often offer coffee, tea, and beverages. At a reasonable price, I was able to gain a boost of confidence with this make over. I will definitely be coming back for Katt in the future.

After what started out as a hectic start to the appointment I have to say Serge and Spirit were beyond accommodating and polite after squeezing me in after a double booking error on Serge’s last day (just my luck, he’s off an his next adventure as soon as I find him).
Serge is a true artist with his work. I have been growing my hair out for a year trying to get my hair healthy again– which led to literally two toned hair and not the good kind. After seeing all his raving reviews it was an easy choice to want him to color my hair. He did an AMAZING job and was straight with what my expectations should be.

Wow, It was my first time there and Katt did an amazing job!!! She was patient with me, saw my vision and executed it flawlessly! She made me feel so comfortable and didn’t rush at all. Making sure it was exactly what I wanted!!! Thanks Katt, your amazing!!! I will be back!

I decide to tried this place because of the good reviews in Unilocal.I was a walk-​in. The receptionist told me to wait for a possible no show up around 15 minutes. I noticed that another walk-​in came by and she gave her my spot. I waited for her to find another spot for 15 more minutes. NOthing, I asked her about the previous walk-​in and she said «they have plenty of customers and if I did not want to wait There was a $ 25 fee» I said thank you and left.

I called them the same day for an appointment and they gave me one. Very well connected to subway and very easy to locate. Started off by greeting me. I had not booked a stylist but they told me the rates and hair dressers. I finally settled with Kate. Began by discussing what I wanted and also gave me suggestions. She is really very friendly and took her time to give me the haircut I wanted. It took about an hour but it was worth it. Worth the price. I Would completely recommend the salon and would definitely give it a second visit. Thank you guys!

I love this salon! Everyone is so friendly and accommodating.
Mimi rocks! She’s so patient and lovely. She always knows exactly the look I’m going for and by far one of the best stylist I’ve been too!

Serge is a true professional who always has his clients best interest at heart. Creative and consistent, Serge has a flair for listening to his clients and delivering. I went in for highlights — Serge suggested balayage and I couldn’t be happier with how it photographed. Good vibes & great personality! So happy I got to catch him before he kills the game in South Florida!

Went in Dramatics with an appointment this time with Serge, again, for just a touch up. The beautiful receptionist Woman was there greeted me as I walked in the door Serge was in the back and waved at me. This is my second time there and they remembered me. I love this place! It really feels like home. Genuinely nice people, I highly recommend it. And because I gave them a great review the first time I got a free product of dramatics NYC volume standing ovation styling wax.

Serge (Elliot) is a great hair stylist. He gave me a lovely cut and blonde balayage and it came out better than I expected. This is only the second time I’ve treated my hair and I absolutely trust Serge’s expertise. He’s also just a fun dude– I enjoyed chatting with him and it made the time go by quickly! Would definitely recommend.

Serge ALWAYS kills it when it comes to finding the perfect color, cut, and style for me. He’s learned my hair so quickly and he always knows what to do to revive it from its dryness and turns it into a sexy, shiny, full of body crown glory! If you have fuller and course hair, and want to give it some life, call and ask for Serge! He’ll give you the works!

Am absolutely thrilled with my haircut by Angel.
I typically have short hair and I went to get a trim and some colour damage taken off elsewhere last week (my usual place being in DC and not having the time to get there) and was not at all pleased.
I took my time looking at Unilocal reviews, mostly the pictures posted to find a place that also featured pixie cuts and short hairstyles for women.
This was the one that caught my eye.
They took me the same day and Angel is a dedicated perfectionist, focusing steadily on every strand.
I’m so relieved to have found a place here that I can count on. Thank you so much, Dramatics!

I’ve never written a review before, but my hair and the service I received tonight is something out of the ordinary. Serge did an amazing job on my hair, so beautiful. I’ve done so many different styles with my hair and been to so many stylists but never have I loved my hair so much that I ever bothered to write a review, so it’s that amazing. It’s beautifully blended magenta and purple, all over my hair really rich bright colors but styled in a way that it looks almost natural. Also, he’s super nice and everyone who works there is super nice and friendly.
I made an appointment for 5:30 not even an hour before, and my process took me until after closing, and they took their time to make it look great. They were so exceptional that I will definitely be coming back!

Serge is the best. He works with you on styles you made want but don’t know how it will look on you. He even give you a better style that maybe you didn’t even think of. Well just know that when you go to him you always come out with a good look. I’ve been going to him for 2 years and it’s the longest I ever stay with a hairstylist. This being said I’m always happy after my hair cut visit with him.
Thanks serge

This review is for Serge. The reviews are true. He is a master colorist with a lot of talent and enthusiasm. His tips and advice are insightful and seem to come from years of experience in the business. As a guy I appreciated what he had to share about hair more so than the average female stylist who will never «get» it. He’s also personable and chatty if you go to the salon for that sort of interaction.
I’m not convinced he can rival the skills of a master barber but when I find out I’ll let you all know.

Best experience in nyc that I’ve ever had. Serge is Affordable, Personable, professional, polite, and very well put together. He totally made my experience. Everyone else was very nice too and supportive. I didn’t have a problem bringing my service dog either. Everyone was welcoming and the environment was loving. Definitely good vibes. There’s also no chip on the shoulder bs going on here if they need a second eye to be completely sure they are on point they make sure they ask for help which is extremely important. If give more stars if i could!

I made my appointment and was seen by Lucky. First of all, she is very engaging and charismatic. we spoke and joked around the entire time.
I spoke to her about trying a pastel color and she suggested that, in order to keep the integrity of my hair, I consider a darker version of the color I had wanted: pink. I was EXTREMELY impressed by the dimensions that she created in my hair with the various shades of pink they held. Not to mention, the color of my hair was lifted very much so and I walked out with it feeling so much healthier than when I walked in (as a brunette).
She knew exactly what would suit my face shape and what needed to be done to leave my hair at optimal health. Lucky is the woman to see!

This time, I went in for a cut and color, so I feel like a new review is appropriate. My natural color is DARK and I’ve been box reds and purples for so long, I needed a change. Serge gently steered me away from my original idea (balayage). We both knew it would be wrong for me, but we both knew what I wanted was change. He made some suggestions and we decided on a color that would be noticeably different for me, but conservative enough that I can walk into a job interview and not worry. I love bold choices, but right now I don’t want to be «that woman over there with the Crayola head.» I want to be «that woman over there… the pretty one.»
I could just beat you over the head with how great Serge (and all the staff at Dramatics) is, but the guy really is passionate. He loves his job and there is no way he would let a client walk out looking like a sukka mc. Seriously. He’ll give you what you never even knew you wanted. I look polished, but not like some cardboard cut out.
Also, Serge cut my hair differently this time because he instinctively knows how my hair is going to act in the summer heat. This was my second appointment with him and I told him that he doesn’t even have to ask me if I want layers or a bob or whatever — I told him, «just do.» I fully trust him to make me look amazing.
I also want to give a quick shout out to Rhythm. She’s one of the assistants and she is INCREDIBLE. She works her tail off. She shampooed me and in between timers, her efficient-​self was pulling garbages and cleaning counters. She seems like a great asset to Dramatics NYC. (And if you are ever in the position I was with her rubbing toner on one side and Serge rubbing it on the other side… Sweet Baby Rays! I’m telling you, my scalp experienced something that Sting would endorse).
I never spend money on my hair. I’ve spent more on my hair in the last six months than I have in my whole life. I don’t make a ton of money and I work at night from home, so I don’t need to be boardroom fabulous, but I will go back.
Try Serge once. Just once.
You’ll be back too.
NOTE: This picture is not the current ‘do. Check out Dramatics NYC’s pictures for my head of glorious highlights that my mother called «rich.» Also note that my mother never approves of me coloring my hair. She loves what Serge did. Apparently, she just must have never approved of ME coloring my hair. Ladies, put the box down and walk away slowly… no sudden movements… Let Serge make your mama happy.