Little Miss Perfect Reviews

Washington City Paper- Recommended

"...The musical’s beating heart is palpable with an infectious joy from centering those who are often pushed to the edges of high school hallways and theatrical stages. That spirit is more than enough to send audiences home with a little more hope that underdogs do tend to win in the end, but is further bolstered by Kawmé’s witty, tuneful score and up-to-the-minute zingers."

MD Theatre Guide- Highly Recommended

"..."Little Miss Perfect" began as a viral hit song by Joriah Kwame on TikTok. It was developed into a full-length musical with the book, music, and lyrics by Kwame. The production is debuting at Olney Theatre Center under the direction of Zhailon Levingston. It may seem unique today but also a possible foretelling of a future source for many stage productions."

Morris Theatre DC- Somewhat Recommended

"...Little Miss Perfect is another world premiere from Olney that’s energized by its younger audience, but too frequently remains stuck in a generic pop musical bubble, even when it has good concepts to explore."

BroadwayWorld- Highly Recommended

"...Little Miss Perfect joins the thankfully ever-growing roster of inclusive, contemporary, joyful productions celebrated on stage. It has an infectiously feel-good story and soundtrack that has already been taken up by a dedicated audience, and one would only hope to see it grow from this stellar debut."

DC Theater Arts- Highly Recommended

"...Little Miss Perfect’s development from a single viral song into a full musical was slow, spanning years as Kwamé struggled to hear his authentic story amid the thunderous applause for his song. Now, with the help of director Zhailon Levingston (fresh off directing Broadway’s Cats: the Jellicle Ball), the coming-of-age musical embraces its adolescent messiness."