It’s going to be very pink, very blonde, and some serious fun. Elle Woods— the infamous Barbie doll attorney from the 2001 movie Legally Blonde— will soon hit the stage, but not in the way you might remember. Get ready to “bend and snap” during 3B Production’s Legally Blonde, The Musical, opening on Thursday, May 26.
Not going out of style
Legally Blonde, The Musical is based off the 2001 movie of the same name, and according to Michelle Johnson, director of the upcoming production, “The musical version follows the same basic storyline as the movie.” Though, there are a couple notable differences, including new characters, and a Greek chorus that appears throughout the show to act as Elle’s personal cheerleaders.
The musical follows Elle Wood, a pink-loving, blonde sorority girl, who gets dumped by her boyfriend because he feels she is not serious enough. To prove him wrong, Elle follows him to law school and challenges everyone’s expectations.
Following the movie’s massive success, the musical opened on Broadway. Since then, the show has been produced across the globe.
A comedy with heart
With such a fun show, it can be hard to narrow down a favorite part, but the musical offers a few moments special to Johnson, saying, “I absolutely love the opening number, ‘Omigod, You Guys!’ This upbeat production number sets the tone for the entire show. The sisters of Delta Nu are preparing to present Elle with a signed card to congratulate her on her pending engagement to Warner Huntington. I also love ‘Gay or European’ in Act 2,” says Johnson.
Cheeky and entertaining, the musical comedy also has heart and a particular message. Johnson explains, “Legally Blonde shows that everyone has an opportunity; they just have to be willing to work for it.”
Thursday | May 26-Sunday |
May 29 | 8pm | Thursday-Saturday | 2:30pm Sunday.
Tickets: $13 students/seniors |
$15 general seating | and $17 preferred seating;
An optional wine and cheese buffet prior to performances for an additional $5 fee.
The Maumee Indoor Theatre | 601 Conant St. | Maumee | 3bproductions.org/tickets.html
