Coming To Television!

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Exciting news Broadway lovers!

The musical adaptation of Legally Blonde will be broadcast on MTV.

The network plans to air a performance of the show in October.

Posted: Sep 5, 2007 at 3:19 pm / Email this »

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lar says – reply to this

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Broadway is dead.
Just rehashed movies and tv shows, not original anymore.
Lauren says – reply to this

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YAYY how exciting! loves it!
Lauren says – reply to this

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don't be a debbie downer Iar
STEPHO! says – reply to this

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ahhh!!! omg i loooooove legally blonde!
DD says – reply to this

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I how they cast little old me!!!!
J Ox says – reply to this

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Like, oh my god, for real?
kerri says – reply to this

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wont be the same without reese
nitric says – reply to this

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God help us.
egg says – reply to this

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boo
PAT says – reply to this

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YAYYYYYYYYYY
Marie says – reply to this

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That is the dumbest sounding thing on earth.
c*nt Fac says – reply to this

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first
ac says – reply to this

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no one like Reese though
Princess Mandie says – reply to this

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Well, I'm excited. 1st?? EVER?!
Brownbear says – reply to this

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uhhhh…bad idea
alex says – reply to this

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stupid movie 1st bitches
darron says – reply to this

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at least this post isn't about Perez…
lols says – reply to this

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4th. bby
Annie says – reply to this

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oh yeah broadway is lame now.
you ask why.
this is why.
David Phan says – reply to this

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Why don't they do Clueless the musical??

I mean the cast is bigger, there would be decent music, the set always changes.. Someone pitch this to the broadway people!!
Nick says – reply to this

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Joke?
KAT says – reply to this

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WHO CARES ABOUT BROADWAY IT SUCKS ANYMORE
carlabelle says – reply to this

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sweet, bend and snap musical stylezzz.
Ohhellno!! says – reply to this

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What's next? Glitter the Musical? I feel bad for all the real stage actors out there..Broadway is getting butt fucked right now !!
Abumchuck says – reply to this

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News flash: the skinny in the theatre world is that this show sucks hardcore right now. They're trying desperately to work things out before it opens. So unless you're some twelve year old, or thirty year old still acting like a twelve year old, I'd say it won't be worth tuning in. Unless they can get their act together.
ian says – reply to this

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the producers have already issued the following statement earlier today

catch up kids…

"Wednesday, September 5, 2007
STATEMENT FROM THE PRODUCERS OF LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL:
“The report in today’s edition of The New York Post on Legally Blonde The Musical (“I ‘Blonde’ My MTV”) is premature. If an agreement is reached between the producers of the Broadway production and MTV to air a behind-the-scenes special and the production in its entirety, a detailed press release will be issued. There is no confirmed news to be reported at this time."
ilovesit says – reply to this

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legally blonde the musical is amazing!
i love the soundtrack and i'm so excited to hear it will be shown on TV!
:D
Tobiko says – reply to this

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Ok.. why??!!!? Was it really necessary to do a TV show as wel!!
balls says – reply to this

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that is the lamest shit i have ever heard. ew.
Broadway says – reply to this

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For those of you who think Broadway is dead, have obviously not seen a Broadway show recently…I while agree Legally Blonde seemed like a ridiculous idea for a musical, but after seeing it I was OBSESSED, not only is the music amazing, the choreography is breathtaking (literally)…and Laura Bell Bundy is a true Broadway star…if you still think Broadway is so over, then I suggest you see Spring Awakening, because there hasn't been a musical since Rent that has caused such commotion in the younger generation. It has rock music, modern choreography, and themes that every teenager and adult can relate to.
PAULETTE says – reply to this

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ummm ok some of you have been seriously miss informed! The show already opened (it opened last spring) AND had the most Tony award nominations of the year! Laura Bell Bundy is GREAT and the music is FUN! I can't wait to see the special!
alexa says – reply to this

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ahhh im sooo excited! atleast i wont have to pay an arm and a leg to see it in NY now!
matt says – reply to this

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YESS! I live in California so I never get to see broadway shows I can't wait!!!
Now show Spring Awakening on TV no make it a MOVIE!
Greasy Queef says – reply to this

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This news makes me feel the need to douche.
LBlover says – reply to this

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You people are so wrong. This is the best broadway show I have ever seen! And Laura Bell is amazing!!!! She will prove you all WRONG.
Tatum says – reply to this

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YAY i am so excited
it's gonna be AWESOME
jeff23 says – reply to this

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Um, really? Because nothing sucks the life out of live theater more than broadcasting on TV? I don't know who comes off more desperate here: the show producers or MTV. Actually, it's a tie!
Michael says – reply to this

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I saw this show and its horrible. They took the movie and put words to the lyrics…there is no originality. Poor girl is great but the show blows
cited says – reply to this

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THIS IS FANTASTIC!!!!! I saw this in NYC this summer. It was GREAT! I went in thinking it would suck, and I loved it. This will be huge. ALL B'way shows should do this.
SHA says – reply to this

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i seen this musical when it was in san francisco! it was the 1st show i had ever been to and it was really good! i loved this musical and i'll bet i'll love the show! "OMG the bend and snap, works every time!"
Lothar of the Hill People says – reply to this

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The worst Broadway show I have seen this year. "Oh my God, Oh my God you guys!!!"
The lead played Amber von Tussle, the villain, in "Hairspray".

By contrast, the woman who played Penny in "Hairspray" is starring in Xanadu: The Musical, right around the corner from Legally Blonde. It's a much better show.

Just like in Hairspray, Penny gets the better deal.
Jessica says – reply to this

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haven't seen it yet but apparently it's good.
Rammy says – reply to this

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OMG I CANT WAIT!!!
Gordon Davidescu says – reply to this

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just in time. i got my legally blonde magnet when i was visiting new york last week
Ben says – reply to this

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Seriously… before you all judge how stupid this may be, I urge you to listen to the music. It's a really really smart score… same people who did Bat Boy, which is also awesome. The movie is cute or whatever, but it's a great show.
erin says – reply to this

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This will be awesome! I can't wait to see it.
Vicki says – reply to this

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OMIGOD you guys!!! I am SO excited!
Tiffany says – reply to this

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Laura Bell Bundy is the biggest snottiest b*tch on Broadway. I've met her several times while waiting for Matthew Morrison (who btw, is a sweetheart) and she has been nasty every single time I've met her.
asdf says – reply to this

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adsfadfasdf
Darv says – reply to this

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And people actually watch this trash? Amazing.
theresa says – reply to this

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this kinda of looks like lindsay lohan in a werid way hahahaha
adara says – reply to this

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SAWEET!!!!! They need to do this on a regular basis. SPRING AWAKENING NEXT!!!
Haley says – reply to this

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OMGOMGYG!!!
oh my god, oh my god you guys!
KASEYBABY says – reply to this

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Re: alex – no sorry my friend. you are NOT first. nice try; play again!
Bytch says – reply to this

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I'd watch it.
Big Papi says – reply to this

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Can they make a XXX version of this? That I'll pay admission to.
Mons says – reply to this

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MTV should show Spring Awakening that's a cooler show…
Ashley says – reply to this

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This show was amazing on Broadway, sooooo stoked. It is AMAZING.
Shannon says – reply to this

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JOY! Can't wait to see it…I'm a big fan of both movies so the musical should be great as well.
yay says – reply to this

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omg! Loves it!
melissa says – reply to this

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does anyone know if the girl who plays the lead's real name is Ashley something? There was a girl in the Grease: You're The One That I Want search that was the runner up and it looks like her from the picture. I was just curious. She was great on the show- really has talent. Let me know if anyone knows who I'm talking about. thanks!
Melissa
M Chiv says – reply to this

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im a drama gay
and the music is so freaking good
and i cannot wait to watch this
oh btw perez, i love you too
so ummm, lets make babiezzz
kris says – reply to this

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best news I've heard all week.
Kaci says – reply to this

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Omigod, omigod you guys!!!
Parks says – reply to this

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For whoever was wondering who the girl is, her name is Laura Bell Bundy (in the picture above).

The show has been open on Broadway since April and has been one of Broadway's top grossing shows since it opened.

The stage adaptation stays pretty loyal to the movie, but does have a few things that are different.

The stage adaptation is not meant to be taken seriously or to be brilliant–it is just a very fun show with great music and dancing. The cast is terrific as well!

I'd say this is definitely worth tuning into, unless you feel you are above a little fluff! The opening number is titled "Omigod, You Guys," which is meant to be funny–and it is. The plot thickens as the story goes on, and there are some great songs in the show. Just give it a chance! Turn it on for 10 minutes, and if you hate it–you can then turn it off, but it really is a very fun show.
Rash Manly says – reply to this

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I will go see
Texas Chainsaw Massacre The Musical
but only if Rob Zombie has nothing
to do with the production
because he will mess it up
and the music won't be happy
and gay enough.
Rob's dance numbers
would be too heavy metal
for Broadway.
Erin says – reply to this

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sorry but no one can do it better than reese!!! unless your paris!
M_Audio says – reply to this

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I saw this is SF when they were working out the kinks before Broadway. Its a great/funny show that has a lot of differences from the movie.
hk says – reply to this

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Actually I saw it reluctantly and i actually thought it was amazing. Not what I expected
Sunny Sam says – reply to this

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What's next? "Bowling for Columbine - The Musical"?
k-dub says – reply to this

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that ought to be interesting?
Mike says – reply to this

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OMIGOD YOU GUYS, REALLY!? This musical is awesome.
GimmeABreak says – reply to this

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Re: PAULETTE – Get real - this girl is HORRIBLE. What happened to putting pretty people on the stage/tv?

I see ugly people like her all day in my real life. I want to see pretty people when I'm being entertained.
Surprised says – reply to this

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This is FANTASTIC!!!! I LOVED this show!
Jessypop! says – reply to this

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Oh I LOVE ITTT!!!!!!
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Seanathan says – reply to this

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saw this in NYC in July… and it was fucking amazing….. can't wait to see it on TV. YA!
Parks says – reply to this

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WHAT?!?! LAURA BELL BUNDY IS GORGEOUS!! Just go Google her and look at some pics of her! That's not her most…normal looking picture.

And the models who you are expecting to see don't have the voices to sing/bodies to dance that most Broadway actors have!

STEP OFF!
Vicki says – reply to this

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Re: melissa – Ashley is in HAIRSPRAY playing Amber right now, Elle is played by Laura Bell Bundy!
Kayla says – reply to this

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This show was amazing!! I saw it in July!! Seriously!It was hilarious and so well done!! I cant wait for this to air, I am so excited!!
Kiki says – reply to this

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separated at birth? The Orange Oprah and the Legally Blonde The Musical Elle Woods…she could be orangier though…
maria says – reply to this

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i thought musicals were all about the music??? i didnt know legally blonde had singing in it!???? where the eff was i???
Taylor says – reply to this

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OMIGOD you guys! I'm so Excited. Legally Blonde is my favorite musical right now. and broadway's not dead, you're just pretentious is all! OMIGOD!!!!!!!!
Aly says – reply to this

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LOVE Legally Blonde the musical.
I basically listen to the CD nonstop.
For those of you that don't know, Laura Bell Bundy (Elle in the musical) was the original Amber Von Tussle in Hairspray.
She has an AMAZING voice.
Don't bash it till you watch it.
Joanna [Poland] says – reply to this

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WOW, I'M SO HAPPY!
wert says – reply to this

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To. says – reply to this

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PLEASE Upload this to the net (torrents anyone?) after this airs! I won't be in the U.S. in October… PLEASE!!
Monica says – reply to this

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omigod you guys!
mac says – reply to this

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this is crap, i am a huge fan of the show, and the producers are completly selling out. Broadway is ment for broadway. Live theatre is what makes it so magical.
I hate you MTV!!!
R says – reply to this

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I'll watch just to see Orfeh.
Sharon says – reply to this

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Perez Hilton / Perez Sez is: Extremely ”Gay” and BORING!!! You acted like you have never seen an entertainer before and the excitement you felt being in the presence of a (real) star simply overwhelmed you. Perez, you are truly the “ONLY” person in the world making money (short lived I hope) for absolutely NO TALENT, NO CLASS, NO RESPECT FOR OTHERS and saying things to create turmoil, jelousy, bitterness, heartache, sadness….etc., of the people in the entertainment business,(who are the TRUE entertainers of America) and then you seem to think of yourself as a “STAR”!!! Perez, when it stops for you it will be VERY abrupt. It is honestly a wonder we have anyone who would want to entertain us with people like you. YOU ARE A VERY “LUCKY”, UNTALENTED TROUBLE MAKER. Sharon
Katelyn says – reply to this

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Yay!!!
I am like OBBSESSEED with Broadway.
I am seeing this play in December in New York.
So yea.
I cant wait.
It has some of the bestt music eva.

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