A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"This is a production expert at making one smile. For what is clearly one of the past decade’s most loved plays, this Broadway debut is a beautiful homecoming."
The Guardian
Juan A. Ramirez
"85 delicious minutes. Jocelyn Bioh has joined the first rank of American comic playwrights. The Broadway cast is extraordinary."
The New York Times
Helen Shaw
"Uproariously funny with exceptional performances from the entire cast."
"I Love the show it was amazing!! I enjoyed myself from the beginning to the end!! Everyone was great!!!"
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Rita H from Brooklyn on Nov 6, 2026
Would not have been a show I would’ve selected but was invited and loved it
"The storyline was great and all of the actors were excellent! "
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Chanthina A from West Palm Beach on Nov 1, 2026
Funny, Funny,Funny.
"School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls play was eye opening and absolutely hilarious. The writer found the perfect balance in highlighting several important issues without sacrificing overall humor or minimizing important topics. You could hear the range of emotions throughout the entire theater from gut busting laughter to the solemn “mmmm”.
Surprise scene left me wanting MORE.
You were able to see each character develop during the 80 minute, no intermission performance.
Go see this PG-13 play before Nov. 15 and or keep an eye out for the tour you will NOT be disappointed!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 1, 2026
Culturally interesting
"There were themes of colorism and how much importance is placed on particular beauty standards. Entertaining and funny."
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Millicent M W from Burtonsville on Nov 1, 2026
Universal Experience
"The story is one that is universal: how do we navigate standards imposed upon us? School Girls explores the search for beauty and acceptance when the larger world calls the pursuit of these folly. While School Girls, which is set in 1986 Ghana, may seem too foreign and parochial, we are engulfed by their world and transported back to our mid-1980s selves. Our view into the world of these girls isn’t surveillance because we an openly invited in. We meet and grow to love these beautiful girls—even the mean ones! On the surface one could misinterpret the moves of these teen girls as frivolities, but looking more deeply, we uncover the realities we all face, the ache of wanting to be loved and to love. Thank you for a beautiful show and experience."
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Norbert W from Durham on Oct 25, 2026
Excellent show for teens.
"This show was excellent. My daughter and Goddaughters loved it. Seeing it in NY live was amazing. It was relatable and they could follow along and understand the story. "
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Lisa M E from Durham on Oct 4, 2026
Funny but…
"The underlying message and story lines were serious. There wasn’t anything I didn’t like. I was happy it ended the way it did because it was realistic. And it’s good for viewers over the age of 13. Loved the show!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 25, 2026
About
School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play
Paulina, the reigning Queen Bee at Ghana's most exclusive boarding school, has her sights set on the Miss Universe pageant. But the mid-year arrival of Ericka, a new student with undeniable talent and beauty, captures the attention of the pageant recruiter—and Paulina’s hive-minded friends. Directed by Whitney White, Jocelyn Bioh's buoyant and biting comedy explores the universal similarities (and glaring differences) facing teenage girls across the globe. How far would you go to be queen bee?
