New Theatre, Cardiff
Mon 20 – Sat 25 Nov
The film Legally Blonde remains a huge success. Its effervescent protagonist Elle Woods (originally played by Reese Witherspoon), the sorority queen who proves herself as an intellectual lawyer, engaged audiences of all ages. The film spawned a popular Broadway and West End musical, and the hit production now comes to the New Theatre in Cardiff this November for a limited run.
Lucie Jones, perhaps best known for her time on The X Factor, stars as Elle, who, after being dumped by her shallow boyfriend Warner when he departs to study at Harvard Law School, becomes determined to follow him and reunite, deciding that despite Warner’s treatment, he is the one. Warner, declaring that, as a member of a prestigious family, he requires a serious girlfriend, explains to Elle that her bubbly personality, while fun, is simply not enough to prove herself a worthy partner for him. Elle, in an attempt to prove him wrong, studies hard and applies for Harvard Law School herself, successfully entering the course alongside Warner. Despite her achievement, Elle initially struggles and must find a way of succeeding both academically and socially, while simultaneously verifying her own ability. Finding a kindred spirit in Paulette, played by Rita Simons (best known as Roxy in EastEnders, Elle begins to settle, and slowly begins to find her way through the rigours of life as a trainee lawyer.
While the story itself may be simplistic, it is the narrative’s pure and enjoyable nature that has helped maintain its success since the 2001 film. The well-known and now famous set-pieces, such as the always quotable bend and snap routine, effortlessly transition into memorable musical numbers guaranteed to stay with you long after the show ends. Such is the appeal and sincerity of the musical, that regardless of your level of familiarity, you are sure to have a wonderful evening.
Running from Monday 20th of November to Saturday 25th of November 2017 and presenting a perfect start to the winter season, this is a guaranteed fun-filled event for all the family. Legally Blonde should not be missed.
Tickets: £17.50-£40.50. Info: 029 2087 8889 / http://www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk/
words Siobhan Denton