lily

my mind: in Legally Blonde: the Musical, elle and emmett’s relationship is expanded upon in such a beautiful way. it’s presented in such a way that doesn’t interfere with, but in fact compliments, the plot, themes, and character development. Furthermore, it’s made more relevant than in the movie without reducing either elle or emmett to a romantic plot device. They instead help each other grow and support each other. This contrasts elle and warner’s former relationship in a perfectly subtle and artful way, as he is seen to be constantly putting her down (usually to make himself look better). Besides using the term “a marilyn” to demean elle and downplaying elle’s discovery of Nikos being gay (which was key to their case), warner also takes most of the solos when it comes to singing with elle, leaving her to be a backup singer (see “serious”). elle and emmett, however, only sing duets or relevant solos in their shared songs. emmett always puts elle on equal grounds with himself and never demeans her for not being initially interested in her studies. He reprimands her somewhat, yes, but in a helpful way and because elle asked for help. Likewise, elle always makes sure to let emmett know that she appreciates him and values having him in her life. elle and emmett just work so well, coming together in a way that isn’t forced or made to seem more relevant than elle’s growth as a person, the main point of the show. they are one of the best couples in musical theatre and should be more widely appreciated.