In this video, Christian Borle sings 'Chip on My Shoulder' from LEGALLY BLONDE on the Broadway Cruise, while discussing a failed audition for Stanley Tucci, his famous Ebay commercial, and more!
Vanessa Williams will take on the role of Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada musical, coming to London this year
OMIGOD YOU GUYS! The songs of Legally Blonde: The Musical just hit the Feinstein's/54 Below stage. On Sunday night, Carrie St. Louis led a cast of Broadway and tour favorites in the music of the 7-time Tony-nominated hit musical.
First there was Grease: You're the One That I Want! On NBC in 2007. Then on MTV came Legally Blonde: The Search for the Next Elle Woods on Broadway in 2008. Soon, theater fans will be excited to watch the next Broadway-themed reality show.
Reese Witherspoon recently excited fans of the LEGALLY BLONDE movie franchise by teasing that she would consider reprising the role of Elle Woods for a third installment.
A very special edition of Backstage with Richard Ridge comes to you today, presented by Bergdorf Goodman. The panel features 6 of the theatre world'ss most celebrated and influential costume designers. In this special discussion, they explore current trends in costume design, as well as the impact design has on consumer fashions, and how contemporary fashion influences costume design. BWW TV Exclusive: Backstage Special - 6 of Theatre's Hottest Costume Designers Talk Trends, Fashion & More - PRESENTED BY BERGDORF GOODMANClick and drag to moveA New York landmark since 1901, Bergdorf Goodman represents the pinnacle of style, service and modern luxury. Located at 5th Avenue and 58th Street, it is the leading fashion authority and a singular destination for the most discerning customers from around the world. This special panel was filmed at Eric Winterling Costumes Inc., who have been making costumes for shows on Broadway and beyond for more than 20 years. Featured on the panel are Jess Goldstein, William Ivey Long,Rita Ryack, Carrie Robbins, Gregg Barnes, and David Zinn. Check out Part 2 of the conversation below, and CLICK HERE to watch Part 1!
A very special edition of Backstage with Richard Ridge comes to you today, presented by Bergdorf Goodman. The panel features 6 of the theatre world'ss most celebrated and influential costume designers. In this special discussion, they explore current trends in costume design, as well as the impact design has on consumer fashions, and how contemporary fashion influences costume design. Click and drag to moveA New York landmark since 1901, Bergdorf Goodman represents the pinnacle of style, service and modern luxury. Located at 5th Avenue and 58th Street, it is the leading fashion authority and a singular destination for the most discerning customers from around the world. This special panel was filmed at Eric Winterling Costumes Inc., who have been making costumes for shows on Broadway and beyond for more than 20 years. Featured on the panel are Jess Goldstein, William Ivey Long, Rita Ryack, Carrie Robbins, Gregg Barnes, and David Zinn.
STAGES ST. LOUIS continues its record-breaking 27th Season when it turns St. Louis pink, with the romantic comedy, Legally Blonde, The Musical tonight, July 19th through August 18th . A plethora of upbeat music, dance and of course laughs, made the show a hit on Broadway in 2007. The Tony nominated score features the hilarious 'Omigod You Guys,' the sassy 'Bend and Snap' and the catchy 'Legally Blonde.' BroadwayWorld has a first look at highlights of the show below!
STAGES ST. LOUIS continues its record-breaking 27th Season when it turns St. Louis pink, with the romantic comedy, Legally Blonde, The Musical tonight, July 19th through August 18th . A plethora of upbeat music, dance and of course laughs, made the show a hit on Broadway in 2007. The Tony nominated score features the hilarious 'Omigod You Guys,' the sassy 'Bend and Snap' and the catchy 'Legally Blonde.' Check out a sneak peek of rehearsals below!
The RONACHER, artistic director Christian Struppeck, presents the German premiere of the Broadway musical LEGALLY BLONDE, beginning 21 February 2013. Click below to watch highlights from the cast presentation of LEGALLY BLONDE's leading actors!
The Music Theatre of Wichita presents LEGALLY BLONDE, opening August 8 and running through August 12. BroadwayWorld has a behind-the-scenes look at the show. Check out the videos below!
Audience members got an extra surprise at after a recent regional production of LEGALLY BLONDE. The Youtube description reads: 'My friends are both actors for the local theatre group, and the show was Legally Blonde. Chris plays the UPS guy, and his girlfriend plays Paulette. Chris plays his part while proposing to his girlfriend by 'delivering a package' after the show ends. They get married in the show, and then engaged in real life!' Check out the adorable proposal below!
Fresh off its National Tour PCPA puts its spin on Legally Blonde, the Musical playing July 6 - 22, in the Marian Theatre then July 27 - August 19, in the Solvang Festival Theater. It will be directed and choreographed by Michael Jenkinson. BroadwayWorld has a look at an interview from Director/Choreographer, Michael Jenkinson. Click on the link below.
Buzzing around the theatre community this weekend was this video of an 11 year-old belting out the Act 1 finale of LEGALLY BLONDE. Click below to check out the awesome performance of 'So Much Better!'
BroadwayWorld brings you the highlights from a meeting of two Elle's - Laura Bell Bundy, Tony-nominated star of Broadway's LEGALLY BLONDE from 2007 to 2008, and Sheridan Smith, who has played the bubbly Elle Woods on the West End since December 2009.
Today, Seth Deconstructs Orfeh in LEGALLY BLONDE! Seth writes 'Orfeh sounds amazing on this...and I love Leslie Kritzer!!!!'
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, based on the MGM film of the same name, plays the San Diego Civic Theatre through April 4, 2010, where it has been running since March 30. BroadwayWorld's Audra Stafford recently caught up with the star of the LEGALLY BLONDE tour, Becky Gulsvig, to talk about what it's like being on the road, how the show has impacted her, and the most challenging part about sharing the stage with co-star Frankie (who plays chihuahua 'Bruiser').
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, based on the MGM film of the same name, hits the San Diego Civic Theatre on March 30 and will run through April 4. The city is so excited, cameras captured fans engaged in the 'bend and snap.'
The Pantages Theater went to the dogs on Friday, as the canine stars of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL walked the red carpet on opening night at Los Angeles' Pantages Theater.
A reality musical series executive produced by feature film and theatre producer Marc Platt who also serves as creative consultant (Honey, Legally Blonde, Nine, Broadway Musical Wicked), the show is the first of its kind to be scored with music performed by cast members in-scene. Each episode of Taking The Stage will feature songs and dance routines written and choreographed by the cast.
Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Artistic Director, Mark W. Jones-Executive Director) presents Paper Mill's premiere of Disney High School Musical. Paper Mill's Artistic Director, Mark S. Hoebee directs and Denis Jones (Associate Choreographer of Legally Blonde) choreographs. Disney High School Musical is based on the Emmy Award® winning Disney Channel hit musical and triple-platinum selling soundtrack. Disney High School Musical will run at the Millburn theatre from November 5 through December 7, 2008. Disney High School Musical is sponsored by RBC Wealth Management. BWW TV joined in on the school spirit as Bailey Hanks, Chase Peacock and the rest of the dynamic young cast got ready to bring this successful favorite to the Paper Mill stage!
Bailey Hanks won the MTV competition 'The Search For The New Elle Woods' making her the new successor to Laura Bell Bundy in the role of Elle Woods. On July 23rd, 2008 Bailey took the stage for her Broadway debut, but the day before that huge step she shared a table at Sardi's with BroadwayWorld TV to discuss all the excitement!
On Sunday, July 20th at 7pm Tony Award Nominee Laura Bell Bundy, Broadway's original Elle Woods, played her final performance in the musical 'Legally Blonde' It was a night of emotional farewells and tearful celebration and BWW TV was there to capture Laura Bell's last 'Bend and Snap'!
Natalie Joy Johnson takes BroadwayWorld.com behind the scenes 'Backstage at Blonde', the young singer and actress is making her Broadway debut in the hit musical Legally Blonde. As the cast celebrates the show's continued success, Natalie shares the inside scoop on what it means to be a 'Blonde' on Broadway!
Clips from the MTV exclusive broadcast recording of 'Legally Blonde' are online now!
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