Legally Blonde

Legally Blonde
Adapted for the stage by Heather Hach from the MGM film, based on the novel by Amanda Brown
Music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell
Presented by The Kennedy Center
Reviewed by Debbie Minter Jackson

Legally Blonde is a big splashy musical with heart.  Sure it’s got enough pink and fluff to overdose a sugary Disney cartoon, but the engaging story line, interesting character development, fun lyrics, and bouncy musical numbers are all surprisingly effective, even to the most pink-averse skeptic.  Believe me, I know.  It’s the last thing I thought I would enjoy [Read more...]