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School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play

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School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play Summary

Show Status: Closing Soon
Genre: Play
School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play is 90 minutes long, and does not have an intermission.
8 Shows per week
Popularity Index: 30
Previews Began: September 8, 2026
Show Opened: September 28, 2026
Show Closes: November 15, 2026

At a Ghanaian boarding school, queen bee Paulina’s rule is threatened by a new girl, sparking rivalry, shifting friendships, and a beauty pageant showdown over identity.

What's School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play Like?

School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play follows a tight-knit group of girls at an elite Ghanaian boarding school, where popularity, beauty, and status rule everything.

Story

Paulina is the undisputed leader of the school and fully expects to win the upcoming Miss Universe Ghana pageant. She controls her friend group with confidence and cruelty, keeping everyone in line—until Ericka, a new student recently arrived from America, enrolls.

Ericka’s lighter skin and effortless charm quickly attract attention, threatening Paulina’s long-held position. As the pageant approaches, tensions escalate into open rivalry. Alliances shift, secrets surface, and the girls are forced to confront what they truly value—winning, friendship, or self-acceptance.

Turning Point

When the pageant results don’t go as expected, Paulina is forced to face the consequences of her behavior and rethink her identity beyond status and control.

Resolution

The story closes with a shift in perspective, as the girls begin to see themselves—and each other—more honestly.

Is School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play Good for Kids?

Not ideal for young kids—contains mature themes (bullying, colorism) and some language. Better suited for teens and up, depending on maturity level.

School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play Ticket Lottery and Rush Schedule

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School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at TKTS Ticket Stands

Below is the discount ticket availability for this show at the TKTS ticket booths.

Booth	Discount	Price	Today's Show Time
Times Square	Closed (50%)	Closed ($91-121)	7:00 PM
Lincoln Center	Closed (50%)	Closed ($91-121)	7:00 PM

School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play Box Office Data

Ticket Sales for the Week Ending 10/25/26

This Week's Gross: $411,613.00
Last Week's Gross: $439,922.00
Gross Difference $: -$28,309.00
Gross Difference %: -6.65%
Average Ticket Price: $83.70
Seats Sold: 4,918
Total Seating Capacity: 5,123
No. of Performances: 8
Capacity This Week: 96%
Capacity Last Week: 96%
Capacity Difference %: -0.01%

School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play on Broadway Background

School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play premiered Off-Broadway at MCC Theater in 2017 after development in its PlayLab program. Directed by Rebecca Taichman, the production quickly gained attention and was extended due to strong audience demand.

Productions

Following its debut, the play has been widely produced across the United States and internationally, becoming a staple at regional theaters and educational institutions. Its popularity has continued to grow, with frequent revivals and a planned Broadway run further elevating its profile.

Reception & Success

The play was a critical success, winning the Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play and earning praise for its humor and sharp social commentary. While Off-Broadway shows do not typically report commercial grosses, it was considered a strong box office performer, selling well and building a lasting presence in the theater world.