There’s something truly special about the right combination of humour, heart, high-energy choreography, whimsical set-design, and a catchy score— – and this is the exact combination Legally Blonde: The Musical so expertly delivers.
Based on the popular film, and directed by Saccha Dennis, Hart House’s production of Legally Blonde: The Musical follows everyone’s favourite blonde, Elle Wood’s, as she navigates love, life, and law -school following a heartbreak that leads her to Harvard. This journey, however, is not experienced alone, and the charm of this production lies within the abilities of its excellent cast to bring these loveable character’s to life.
Emma Sangalli is a phenomenal Elle; from beginning to end, the audience is rooting for her success and, genuinely feeling her kindness, frustration, kindness, and determination to be more than just a label. Another show-stopping performance is brought by Moulan Bourke’s Paulette Bonafonte, who delighted the audience with her killer vocals and many moments of comedic relief. Amy Holden also stunned the audience with her portrayal of Brooke Windham, even earning a standing-ovation for flawlessly belting “Whipped into Shape” while simultaneously executing an intense jump-rope routine. Though these were highlights of the night, there was not a moment where each member of the cast did not shine in some way.
Especially as a student, it is truly special to encounter a musical that can make you feel both as though you’re escaping the rigour of academia and the ebbs and flows of growing up, whilst also inspiring you to face your passions head- on and live the life you were meant to unapologetically. As the show wraps up with the heart-warming, “Find My Way”, it leaves us with the message that, “being true to yourself never goes out of style” and perhaps, in this way, we can all learn to follow Elle’s suit and believe in our potential despite what society pins against us.
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