Theater Roundup: Simard Stay, School Girls Stream, Glee Return
Jennifer Simard has added performances to her Schmigadoon! run through November 29. School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play will be livestreamed during its final week, November 10–15. A Glee reboot has also been announced, with Lea Michele reportedly returning and other original cast members hinting at appearances.
Jennifer Simard’s Mildred Layton stay in Schmigadoon! now runs through Nov. 29. Juan Pablo Di Pace joins as Doc on Oct. 24, with Ivan Hernandez scheduled back Nov. 24; the musical won four Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play will stream at scheduled curtain times Nov. 10–15, with next-day replays, and Manhattan Theatre Club offers free high-school access plus teaching materials. A Glee revival is announced, with Lea Michele reported to return and other original cast members teasing appearances.
The extension and livestream could widen access for theatergoers who cannot attend in person, especially students using free school resources. A Glee revival may draw nostalgic viewers and new audiences, while also raising questions about how legacy casts shape reboot appeal. These developments may help producers test hybrid in-person/streaming models and gauge demand for familiar titles, though their broader cultural effect remains uncertain.