The Friday 5: 5 Back-to-School Shows

With summer unofficially over, it's time to head back to school - even in the theater world! Here are 5 of my favorite shows that take place entirely or partially in the classroom.

THE FRIDAY 5:

5 Favorite 

"School" Shows

Honorable Mention: 13 (Middle School)

5. Legally Blonde (College!)

Faculty: Professor Callahan      

Top Students: Elle Woods, Emmett Forrest, Warner Huntington III

4. The History Boys (High School)

Faculty: Headmaster, Hector, Irwin, Mrs. Lintott      

Top Students: Dakin, Timms, Crowther, Akthar, Lockwood, Scripps, Rudge

3. Bare (High School)

Faculty: Priest, Sister Chantelle   
Top Students: Jason, Peter, Ivy, Nadia

2. Hairspray (High School)

Faculty: Principal, Gym Teacher   
Top Students: Tracey Turnblad, Penny Pingleton, Link Larkin, Amber Von Tussle, Seaweed J. Stubbs, Little Inez

1. Matilda (Grade School)

Faculty: Miss Honey, Miss Trunchbull 
Top Students: Matilda, Lavender, Bruce 

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