Again! Step, kick, kick, leap, kick, touch… Again! God, I hope I get it… Originally devised, directed, and choreographed by Michael Bennett with a score by Marvin Hamlisch, the 1975 musical *A Chorus Line* returns to London this summer in a fresh production directed by Nikolai Foster and starring Adam Cooper and Carly Mercedes Dyer.

Cooper plays Zach, the domineering director-choreographer casting the chorus for a new Broadway musical who puts the hopefuls through the wringer – physically and...

Learn all about the history of 'A Chorus Line' in London and New York

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The iconic musical plays at Sadler's Wells this summer in an exciting new production starring Adam Cooper and Carly Mercedes Dyer.

A musical version of a chick flick? With spectacular fashion shows, epic backstabbing and a diva who’ll chill your soul, it could well be groundbreaking. *The Devil Wears Prada* struts into the West End this autumn. With an original score by Elton John and a cast led by Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry, start planning your outfit for the most stylish show in town! 

Based on the bestselling novel by Lauren Weisberger and the film starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, protagonist Andrea “Andy”...

Everything you need to know about 'The Devil Wears Prada' in the West End

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Elton John's musical version of the hit novel and film arrives at London's Dominion Theatre this autumn, starring Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry.


We’re spoiled for choice when it comes to shows in London, and it can be hard to keep up with everything that’s opening – we all have busy lives and it isn’t possible to fit everything in. Fortunately, second chances do sometimes arise!

A whole host of plays and musicals are being reprised in the West End this spring and summer, from celebrated musicals to classic drama and exciting contemporary writing. If it’s a show you’ve loved before, different cast members and venues can provide a whole...

Catch these incredible theatre shows as they return to the stage in London

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From *Sister Act* and *Hadestown* to *Standing at the Sky's Edge*, there's a wealth of fantastic shows coming into town – so don't miss out!

Make a joyful noise! West End favourite [Lee Mead](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/lee-mead) will join the cast of [*Sister Act*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/28926-sister-act) at the [Dominion Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/dominion-theatre) this June.

Mead is best known for his West End performances in *Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Legally Blonde*, [*Wicked*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/313-wicked-tickets), and, most...

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The London theatre veteran will join Ruth Jones, Alexandra Burke, and more in the musical based on the hit movie, which currently stars Beverley Knight.

The magic returns! [*My Neighbour Totoro*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/25389-my-neighbour-totoro-tickets), the stage adaptation of Hayao Miyazaki's beloved same-named Studio Ghibli movie, will transfer to the West End in 2025. The [Gillian Lynne Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre) will host the 34-week run from 8 March to 2 November 2025. Opening night is 20 March.

*My Neighbour Totoro* follows two sisters, Satsuki and Mei, who move to the...

'My Neighbour Totoro' sets West End transfer

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Following two seasons at the Barbican Centre, the acclaimed play adapted from the classic Studio Ghibli film will play a 34-week run at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

All hail Macbeth! *Macbeth*, starring [David Tennant](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/david-tennant) in the title role and Cush Jumbo as Lady Macbeth, will play in the West End this autumn, with performances running at the Harold Pinter Theatre from 1 October to 14 December.

The production comes to the West End from a critically acclaimed premiere at the Donmar Warehouse in fall 2023, with the entire original cast returning. Alongside Tennant (*Doctor Who*) and Jumbo (*The Good...

David Tennant and Cush Jumbo-led 'Macbeth' to transfer to the West End

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The critically acclaimed production played the Donmar Warehouse in 2023, also starring Tennant and Jumbo, and will now have a two-month run in the West End.

Truth is, no one can do what he does. Born Reginald Kenneth Dwight in 1947, Elton John has been one of the world’s most successful pop stars and songwriters since he released “Your Song” in 1970. 

Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin, some of his greatest hits include “Tiny Dancer”, “Rocket Man”, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, “I’m Still Standing”, “Are You Ready for Love”, and, of course, “Candle in the Wind”, which was revised as a tribute to Princess Diana following her death and became a...

Explore the fantastic stage musicals of Elton John ahead of 'The Devil Wears Prada'

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Follow our guide to the shows composed by legendary pop star Elton John, including *The Lion King, Billy Elliot, Tammy Faye*, and the forthcoming West End musical *The Devil Wears Prada*.  

Revivals of musicals are often every bit as revelatory as new takes on classic plays. In recent years, Daniel Fish’s *Oklahoma!* imbued the 1943 Rodgers and Hammerstein classic with a chillingly contemporary significance without changing a word, and Jamie Lloyd’s stripped back *Sunset Boulevard* recently swept the Olivier Awards.

This summer, *Starlight Express* makes a spectacular return in a specially designed auditorium. There’s star casting aplenty as Imelda Staunton leads *Hello, Dolly!*...

Experience London shows in a new light with tickets to West End musical revivals

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Relive all the joy of classic West End musicals as they return to London in 2024, including *Hello, Dolly!*, *Starlight Express*, and *Kiss Me, Kate*.

The [London Palladium](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/london-palladium) will show a *Robin Hood* pantomime in December, continuing its annual tradition of presenting a panto each Christmas season. Performances will run from 7 December 2024 to 12 January 2025.

The star-studded cast includes [Julian Clary](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/julian-clary) as Robin Hood, Jane McDonald as Maid Marion, Paul Zerdin as Will Scarlet, [Nigel...

Jane McDonald, Julian Clary to lead 'Robin Hood' panto in December

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Numerous award-winning West End actors will join the ninth annual panto at the historic venue, with performances running from December 2024 to January 2025.

*2:22 — A Ghost Story* is set to return to London’s West End for a strictly limited 10-week. The play will open at the Gielgud Theatre on 25 May.

The play premiered at the Noël Coward Theatre in 2020, and featured Lily Allen, Julia Chan, Hadley Fraser, and Jake Wood. A number of famous faces have gone on to star in the production, including Giovanna Fletcher, Tom Felton, Laura Whitmore, Cheryl, and Sophia Bush, among others. This run at the Gielgud marks the play's seventh West End season. ...

'2:22 — A Ghost Story' to return to the West End

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A number of famous faces have starred in *2:22 — A Ghost Story*, including Giovanna Fletcher, Tom Felton, Laura Whitmore, Cheryl, and Sophia Bush. 

Omigod you guys! Complete casting has been announced for this summer's production of [*Legally Blonde*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24209-legally-blonde) at [Regent's Park Open Air Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/regents-park-open-air-theatre). Performances begin on 13 May ahead of a 20 May opening, and the show runs through 2 July. [*Legally Blonde* tickets are on sale now.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24209-legally-blonde)

The complete cast includes Gabriela Benedetti, Lucca Chadwick-Patel, Jasmin Colangelo, Allie Daniel, Joe Foster, Dominic Lamb, Esme Laudat, Liam McEvoy, Billy Nevers, Ashley Rowe, Shakira Simpson, Biancha Szynal and Paulo Teixeira.

They join the [previously announced](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/legally-blonde-announces-lead-casting-at-regents-park-open-air-theatre) Courtney Bowman as Elle Woods, alongside Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, Lauren Drew, Vanessa Fisher, Isaac Hesketh, Nadine Higgin, Alžbeta Matyšáková, Eugene McCoy, Grace Mouat, Alistair Toovey, and Hannah Yun Chamberlain.

Based on the hit 2001 film, *Legally Blonde* centers on sorority president Elle Woods, who follows her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School in the hopes of winning him back. Though she doesn't much care about law at first, she defies the odds to succeed and proves that beauty and brains can exist in equal measure.

*Six* co-creator Lucy Moss will direct the production. *Legally Blonde* is the first production in the Regent's Park summer theatre season, followed by [*101 Dalmatians*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/19096-101-dalmatians) and [*Antigone*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24211-antigone). [Learn more about the 2022 season.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/regents-park-open-air-theatre-announces-2022-summer-season)

[*Legally Blonde* tickets are on sale now.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24209-legally-blonde)

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Omigod you guys! *Legally Blonde* is back in London. Join fashionista lawyer Elle Woods as she teaches audiences a lesson to remember — being true to yourself never goes out of style. Get ready to perfect your bend and snap at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre this summer. *Legally Blonde* tickets are available on London Theatre now.

Just like the *Legally Blonde* film, the *Legally Blonde* musical follows UCLA fashion merchandising major, Elle Woods. She’s a headstrong, popular woman, whose collegiate career is what dreams are made of. When her boyfriend, Warner Huntington III, splits up with Elle to head east to Harvard Law School, she takes matters into her own hands. Leaving her Delta Nu sisters to enroll at Harvard Law too, Elle discovers there’s more to herself than hair dye, a good wardrobe, and friends. What, like being at Harvard Law is hard? 

*Legally Blonde* is based on the 2001 film of the same name, starring Reese Witherspoon as Elle Woods. The new *Legally Blonde* London production will be directed by Lucy Moss, who has previously made history as the youngest female Broadway director for *Six*. She's already proved herself on directing girl power musicals, so we’re excited to see what Moss has up her sleeve. 

Even though the *Legally Blonde* story stays faithful to the film, there's an original score, with music and lyrics by Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe. When *Legally Blonde* premiered on Broadway in 2007, the musical gained a cult following thanks to songs like "What You Want," "Positive," and "Whipped Into Shape." The musical didn't win any Tony Awards though, and closed after 18 months on Broadway. When *Legally Blonde* opened in London, the musical enjoyed greater success, running for three years and winning three Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical. 

*Legally Blonde* is the first production as part of the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre 2022 season. The season is rounded off by [*101 Dalmatians*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24210-101-dalmatians) and *Antigone*.

Tickets to *Legally Blonde* are available now. Book your *Legally Blonde* tickets on London Theatre today.


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Get your bend and snap ready– Legally Blonde is coming back to London! This hit adaptation of the classic film comes to the stage under the direction of Lucy Moss (*Six*). 
The story of Elle Woods’ journey to law school comes with a Best Musical Olivier Award-winning set of songs and high-energy dance numbers. 
Omigod you guys, you don’t want to miss *Legally Blonde* at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.

Get ready to bend and snap with fashion merchandising student turned kickass lawyer Elle Woods in *Legally Blonde*. The feel-good musical returns to London for a limited engagement at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Book *Legally Blonde* tickets in London on TodayTix.

The *Legally Blonde* musical centres around Elle Woods. She’s a preppy, headstrong UCLA student who is head over heels in love with her boyfriend Warner Huntington III. That’s until he suddenly dumps her because she’s not “serious.” Most people would get back at their ex’s in a calm, considered way, but not Elle. 

With the help of her Delta Nu sisters, Elle enrolls in the Harvard law programme and confronts Warner head on. Along the way, Elle discovers there’s more to life than petty arguments. She learns an important lesson too: being true to yourself never goes out of style.

Join Elle Woods in London this summer and keep it positive with *Legally Blonde* theatre tickets.

Book *Legally Blonde* tickets in London on TodayTix.

## What to Watch For: 

- The *Legally Blonde* musical is the first show in Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre summer 2022 season. Upcoming shows in 2022 include the world premiere of *101 Dalmatians* and a *Antigone* play adaptation.
- *Legally Blonde* in London premiered at the Savoy Theatre in 2009. Sheridan Smith and Duncan James starred in the musical. *Legally Blonde* won three Oliviers including Best New Musical. 
- When listening to the *Legally Blonde* music, the songs may shave a familiar musical feel. Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin created the *Legally Blonde* score and then later worked on the original music for *Heathers*. Both musicals are in London right now! 
- Lucy Moss directs Legally Blonde in London. She previously directed *Six* in the West End, a critically-acclaimed girlpower musical. Moss also made history as the youngest female director on Broadway.

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“Is this the face of Harvard Law?” the admission team asks in [*Legally Blonde*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24209-legally-blonde). They’ve received a last-minute application from Elle Woods, a blonde Barbie-eseque UCLA grad who doesn’t scream “typical lawyer.” In the space of a few months, she charms her way through the Ivy League school, proving that being yourself never goes out of style.

We first fell for the *Legally Blonde* story two decades ago, when Reese Witherspoon played the spunky, feminist law student in the original film. Sheridan Smith then delighted audiences in the West End musical premiere a decade later (a production I personally credit to changing the way I view musical theatre for life.) 

We’re in a different sociocultural landscape than when *Legally Blonde* took over the stage and screen in the '00s. The rise of social media, the legalisation of same-sex marriages, and the #MeToo movement now influence the way in which we see Elle Woods’s story in 2022.

Thankfully, Lucy Moss’s direction excellently captures today’s multi-generational issues. A few line changes here and there — of course Elle Woods would know Timothée Chalamet — bring a current focus to *Legally Blonde* which makes it the must-see feel-good musical.

Praise must go to Natalie Gallacher as casting director, as the *Legally Blonde* cast reflect a diverse society, and it’s something which the wider theatre community should take note of. 

Isaac Hesketh makes history as the first non-binary actor to play Elle's sorority sister Margot. However, showcasing such a diverse cast exposes how the material was originally written with one gender in mind. 

Courtney Bowman delivers a polished performance as Elle Woods, confidently strutting around the stage while simultaneously melting our hearts. Nadine Higgin — who understudied the role of Paulette in the West End a decade ago — is a perfect pairing for Bowman’s Elle as the kooky hairdresser with maternal aplomb.

Alistair Toovey and Michael Ahomka-Lindsay contrast excellently as the lawyers and love interests, Warner Huntington III and Emmett Forest, respectively. Ahomka-Lindsay cleverly internalises Emmett’s personal struggles, so that by “Take It Like a Man” — a musical number where Emmett finds a new sense of style — we believe he’s found a new sense of self.

Lauren Drew stands out as Brooke Wyndham, displaying a Herculean feat of skipping, singing, and riffing without breaking a sweat. Kudos to Ellen Kane for choreographing such a smart “Whipped Into Shape” routine.

It’s a shame then that creatively, this *Legally Blonde* misses the mark. While Laura Hopkins’ set design incorporates Elle Woods-bubblegum pink throughout, the mismatched curtain design to reflect braided hair looks strawlike. While Jean Chan’s in-vogue costume colour palettes complement one another, but the overuse of thin, stretchy material screams Primark instead of Prada. 

The show tows a thin line between trendy and kitsch . The Greek chorus’ Britney mics stick out like sore thumbs, and singing “Keep it Positive” closer to “Keep ih Posaaa-taaave” felt dated. And the jury’s out on casting actors to play the dogs, Bruiser and Rufus.

On the surface, this is a *Legally Blonde* for the Instagram-lovers and TikTokers. Elle Woods is a modern-day icon, and any *Legally Blonde* musical must play up to the blonde “bimbo” stereotype in part. But this *Legally Blonde* is an assured and snappy production which fits slap-bang into the present day. The sheer joy resonating around the auditorium as we see Elle graduate should be illegal. 

Bend and snap your way to [Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/regents-park-open-air-theatre) this summer. What, like it’s hard? 

[*Legally Blonde is at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre to 2 July. Book Legally Blonde tickets on London Theatre.*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/24209-legally-blonde)

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