Legally Blonde The Musical at Newcastle Theatre Royal

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This iconic West End and Broadway musical comedy is back in Newcastle with a brand new production starring Amber Davies (Strictly Finalist, Pretty Woman and 9 to 5 the Musical) as Elle.

If you're not familiar with the story, we meet Elle Woods who has just been dumped by her boyfriend Warner for not being the type of serious giflfriend he needs as he leaves to study at Harvard Law School.

Heartbroken Elle follows Warner to law school and finds that actually, she can be serious too. Elle transforms from a shallow fashionista into a serious lawyer who is picked to help a client (workout star Brooke Wyyndham) win her case.

There's also a fun sub-plot featuring Elle's hairdresser who has a crush on her delivery guy and must 'Bend and Snap' into action.

I am a big fan of the original film that was released 25 years ago and was very much looking forward to seeing how it all traslated to stage.

Need to know:

📆 13-17 May 2026 at Newcastle Theatre Royal
🫶 BSL Interpreted & Captioned Perf (14 May at 7:30pm) and Audio Described Perf with Pre-Show Touch Tour (16 May at 2:30pm)
⌚ 2 hrs 20 mins including interval
⚡Triggers: Contains flashing lights
🎫Tickets available from £32
✅Recommended for ages 7+

⭐ Starring Amber Davies as Elle (please note, Amber will not be performing at the matinee performance on Thu 14 May when Elle will be played by Hannah Lowther) 🎟️Book: https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/whats-on/legally-blonde/

Wow, what a night! Legally Blonde the Musical is the ultimate girls night out. Expect fashion, fun dance routines, iconic moments and catchy original music (played by a live orchestra) which you can't help but tap your toe along to with lots of laughs along the way.

The casting is absolutely spot on. Amber Davies is a wonderful Elle and portrays her journey of finding herself without losing herself perfectly. She commands the stage in the leading role, has a brilliant singing voice and of course, the best dance moves too. How does she do it in those heels?

A special mention to Karen Mavundukure who plays hair salon owner Paulette. She was fun and fierce yet vulnerable at the same time. The powerful numbers were full of confidence and she had the best comic timing too. You couldn't help but warm to her.

And I have to mention the Greek Chorus made up of Amber's sorority friends who cleverly play the role of voices in her head and add lots of fun to the production.

I simply have to mention the celebrity dogs. Wow Bruiser Woods (Sprout the Chihuahua) and Rufus (Milo the Bulldog) absolutely stole the show. The didn't put a paw wrong and I was actually in awe of their talent. So adorable and they really added to the whole evening.

I wonder where they are staying in Newcastle? Do look out for them as you're out and about. How cool having celebrity dogs walking our streets for a few nights.

Occasionally I find the sound to be a little off with big productions but it was 100% perfect last night and we could hear every word crystal clear.

Legally Blonde the Musical does not take itself too seriously and there's a whole host of fun, original songs that I'll be adding to my Spotify. 'Whipped Into Shape' by fitness influencer Brooke (above) and 'There, Right There' in the courtroom which debated whether the witness was Gay or European were two of my faves.

There are some tender moments too and the slower numbers really gave the cast a chance to showcase their voices.

The stage production has been brought up to date with the addition of Instagram, YouTube and Facetiming - it's so strange to think that these were simply not a thing when the film was originally released! But the main plot is pretty much the same and you'll get to enjoy iconic moments including Bend & Snap, 'Snaaaaps' and how Elle's knowledge of haircare saves the day all over again.

We left the theatre buzzing! A genuinely uplifting production with high energy and a message that you should never lose who you are. It also left me wanting to buy a whole new colourful wardrobe for this summer.

Five stars from us!

About Newcastle Theatre Royal

📌 Newcastle Theatre Royal. 100 Grey Street. Newcastle Upon Tyne. NE1 6BR. Doors open 1 hour prior to each performance. You can visit the Green Room Bar or 100 Grey Street Bar before this time (check opening hours). 🚃 You can travel for free on Tyne & Wear Metro / Shields Ferry for up to 2 hours before your performance and 2 hours afterwards to/from Monument Metro Station. Simply show your theatre ticket to inspectors if asked (and if the gates are closed, show your ticket at a manned gate). 🚗 Paid parking is available nearby at Dean Street Car Park (NE1 1PG) or other City Centre Car Parks (check car park closing times). 🍷 Dine at Cote and show your ticket to receive a complimentary glass of wine. I also recommend The Green Room, Gaucho, PTMY, Dabbawal, Lola Jeans, Cafe Andaluz, Hen & Hops, Mowgli & Fat Hippo for pre-theatre dining. I have dined at all of these restaurants and can personally recommend as providing good value pre-theatre dining within easy walking distance. 🧥 There is no cloakroom and luggage, large backpacks, laptops and holdalls are not permitted. Booster cushions are available (please ask a member of staff), bag checks are in place. Please see here for a list of items which are not permitted. ♿ Wheelchair spaces, free companion tickets, accessible toilets & lifts are available. You can find out more about access here: https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/plan-your-visit/access-information_access-facilities/ 🍧 A range of food & drinks are available to purchase inside the theatre and their sale provide much-needed income to the theatre. Bag searches are in operation and banned items include alcohol which has been purchased outside of the venue (including wrapped gifts), cans, glass, metal, ceramic containers and stong smelling or noisy food. You cannot take hot food into the theatre. Selected performances do not allow any external food or drinks to be brought into the theatre (medical exemptions aside). The theatre is cashless. 💰Several discounts are available including £10 tickets for those aged 18-30 for selected performances, theatre membership and group bookings.

What's Next at Newcastle Theatre Royal

Find out more & book here: https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/whats-on/

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16 & 17 June 2026 - This Is Rambert
19 & 20 June 2026 - Peppa Pig's Big Family Show
22 - 27 June 2026 - Operation Mincemeat
28 June 2026 - Something In The Water
30 June - 4 July 2026 - Fawlty Towers
7 - 11 July 2026 - The Spy Who Came in from the Cold
12 July 2026 - The Cramlington Train Wreckers
21 - 25 July 2026 - Guys & Dolls by Newcastle Musical Theatre Company
27 July - 1 August 2026 - The Bodyguard
4 - 8 August 2026 - Annie
11 - 15 August 2026 - Barnum
18 - 22 August 2026 - The Silence of the Lambs
8 - 12 September 2026 - The Car Man
15 - 19 Sept 2026 - The Anastasia File
23 September - 11 October 2026 - Mrs. Doubtfire
15 - 24 October 2026 - Our Friends in the North 1979-84
28 - 31 October 2026 - Cinderella by Northern Ballet
10 - 14 November 2026 - The Hollow
24 November 2026 - 17 January 2027 - Jack & the Beanstalk
18 - 30 January 2027 - Mean Girls
9 - 13 February 2027 - Dirty Dancing
23 - 27 Februray 2027 - Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
11 March 2027 - The Great Opera Mystery
13 - 17 April 2027 - Paranormal Activity
20 April - 1 May 2027 - Matthew Bourne's Cinderella
10 May - 15 May 2027 - Grease
8 - 19 June 2027 - Cats
19 - 24 July 2027 - Everyone's Talking About Jamie