By Jocelyn Bioh, Directed by Lili-Anne Brown
“NONSTOP BELLY LAUGHS ALONG WITH A HELPING OF HEART”
– Chicago Sun-Times
School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play
Jul 30 – Aug 29, 2021 in Goodman's Albert Theatre
80 minutes with no intermission
School is back in session! This biting and buoyant comedy was playing to packed houses when our stages went dark—and you won’t want to miss its triumphant return.
As the reigning queen bee at Ghana’s most exclusive boarding school sets her sights on the Miss Universe pageant, a new student unexpectedly changes the game. This “nasty-teen comedy, wonderfully refreshed and deepened” (The New York Times) spotlights the universal similarities—and glaring differences—of teenage girls around the globe.
Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Please note: Regardless of vaccination status, face coverings will be required for all patrons during performances of School Girls. In an effort to seat parties together and provide space between our guests, all tickets are available in groupings of 1, 2, 3 or 4 seats only. You must purchase all seats within a pod in order to checkout. Learn more at GoodmanTheatre.org/Protocols
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Critical Praise
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“School Girls delivers nonstop belly laughs along with a helping of heart”
– Chicago Sun-Times
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“Highly entertaining and moving”
– Chicago Tribune
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“It’s back in all its hilarious and heartbreaking live glory”
– Chicago Reader
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“A welcome return to live theater”
– Chicago Tribune
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“Truly a joy to watch”
– Chicago Sun-Times
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“The first show back…is an excellent match for the moment”
– Chicago Tribune
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“A must-see for school girls, mean girls, and all people, everywhere”
– Chicago Sun-Times
Audience Feedback
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A great show with humor and heart!
Susan D. via Facebook
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The cast was phenomenal…funny with a great message.
Theresa R. via Facebook
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Thanks for making us feel safe & welcome – and making us laugh!
@austintichenor via Twitter
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Fantastic play!!!! So funny and heartwarming, and the ladies performed beautifully. 🙌ðŸ¾â™¥ï¸ðŸ”¥
LanDis F. via Facebook
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