School Girls Play to Stream Final Broadway Shows
The production will offer live-stream tickets for its final week of shows starting November 10.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Children’s Theater
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School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play will live stream its final week of Broadway performances at the Friedman Theatre from November 10-15, 2026. The production, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White, aims to increase accessibility for global audiences.
Why it matters
By offering digital access, the production seeks to remove geographic barriers, allowing viewers outside of New York City to experience the Broadway run. This initiative also provides students nationwide with an opportunity to engage with the material.
Live-stream tickets for the November 10-15 performances are priced at $59, with access available for a 24-hour replay window. Meanwhile, 70 high schools have registered for the free filmed version available between November 2 and November 13.
The players
Jocelyn Bioh
She is the playwright who wrote School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play.
Whitney White
She is the director responsible for the stage production at the Friedman Theatre.
The details
The production, which debuted its Broadway run with previews on September 8 and officially opened on September 28, concludes its tenure at the Friedman Theatre with these streaming options. High schools may access a dedicated filmed version of the play during the first half of November.
Timeline
September 8, 2026: Production began previews.
September 28, 2026: Production opened.
November 2-13, 2026: Free filming available to high schools.
November 10-15, 2026: Live stream of final week performances.
Industry Dynamics
This move reflects the growing trend of leveraging digital distribution to extend the lifespan and reach of Broadway productions beyond the physical constraints of a theater seat. It positions the production to engage broader audiences and student groups, mirroring current shifts toward hybrid theatrical models.
Theatergoers can view the final performances from home by purchasing tickets for $59. The stream includes a 24-hour replay window, providing flexibility for viewers to watch the production on their own schedule.
The takeaway
This digital offering provides an accessible way to experience a major theatrical work regardless of your proximity to Broadway. Students and interested viewers can leverage the streaming window to catch the final performances at a fraction of the cost of a traditional theater ticket.
What happens next
The production will be available to high schools from November 2-13, 2026, followed by the final week of Broadway performances which will be live-streamed from November 10-15, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local performances, visit the Children’s Theater section.
More information
To purchase your access, visit the live-stream ticket purchase portal.
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