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What was groundbreaking about Legally Blonde's presentation in 2007?
What was groundbreaking about Legally Blonde's presentation in 2007?
It was the first Broadway show to air on MTV.
Who were the main contributors to the libretto and music of Legally Blonde?
Who were the main contributors to the libretto and music of Legally Blonde?
Heather Hach wrote the libretto, while Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin composed the music and lyrics.
How did the popularity of Legally Blonde in the UK compare to its reception in the US?
How did the popularity of Legally Blonde in the UK compare to its reception in the US?
The musical was arguably more popular in the UK, prompting tours starting in July 2011.
What concerns did the actors express regarding the MTV airing of Legally Blonde?
What concerns did the actors express regarding the MTV airing of Legally Blonde?
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Which character says, 'But I don’t speak MTV' and in which song does this line appear?
Which character says, 'But I don’t speak MTV' and in which song does this line appear?
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Study Notes
Legally Blonde: A Modern Musical
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Legally Blonde's origins: Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the 2001 film starring Reese Witherspoon.
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Legally Blonde, the musical: Opened on Broadway in 2007 at the Palace Theatre, starring Laura Bell Bundy as Elle Woods.
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Legally Blonde's Popularity: Show is more popular in the UK than in the US, prompting UK tours.
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Legally Blonde and MTV: The musical became the first Broadway musical to be recorded live and aired on MTV in 2007.
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Legally Blonde's Music: The music uses pop music styles, with hints of reggae, parade march, violin pomp, jazz, and samples of traditional songs.
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Legally Blonde's Music Styles:
- Pop music: Embraces pop styles for upbeat and lighthearted moods.
- Reggae: For a college party setting.
- Parade March: For a triumphant entrance into Harvard.
- Violin Pomp: To represent the academics of Harvard.
- Jazz: To show the shark-like nature of a lawyer.
- Folk, Traditional Music (Samples): For moments of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Irish-themed scenes.
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Legally Blonde's Use of Music: The musical uses a variety of music styles to guide listeners to different moods and feelings.
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Legally Blonde's Unique Music: The music embraces pop styles but also blends other genres to create a distinct tone and mood.
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Legally Blonde's Influence: The show's airing on MTV may have influenced the debate on whether broadcasting musicals on television benefits or harms Broadway ticket sales.
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Explore the journey of 'Legally Blonde' from its origins as a novel to its Broadway debut. This quiz covers the musical's diverse music styles, its popularity in the UK, and its unique features, such as being the first Broadway musical aired on MTV. Test your knowledge about this contemporary musical phenomenon!
