‘School Girls’ is the season’s first big Tony contender, but ‘Downstate’ and ‘Dolly’ are waiting in the wings
Broadway critics discuss the opening of 'School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play' and its potential for Tony Award recognition. The production is noted for its strong ensemble and creative team, positioning it as a significant contender for the upcoming awards season.
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It highlights the evolving landscape of Broadway theater and the critical reception of diverse, ensemble-driven productions.
Welcome back to Tony Talk , a column in which Gold Derby contributors Sam Eckmann and David Buchanan offer Tony Awards analysis . As we head into a particularly busy fall on Broadway, we discuss the second play of the season and debrief on some of the latest additions to the fall and spring slates.
David Buchanan : Sam, after a delightfully spooky start to the new Broadway season this summer with Paranormal Activity , we have officially kicked off the fall frenzy of shows with the launch of Manhattan Theatre Club's School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play . The comedy opened on Sept. 28, and received excellent notices for its sensitive balance of riotous humor and deeply-felt emotion.
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