Haylie Kouri –

The View –  

Sophomore Kellie Cage described playing the lead role of Elle Woods in “Legally Blonde” as the most fun she’s ever had. And those who came to watch left with the same feeling.

“It was really well done,” Spanish teacher Robin Handy said. “It was high-quality singing and dancing. I was impressed.”

Theater students last month produced “Legally Blonde,” a well-loved movie that has been adapted to a musical. Two of its four performances sold out.

“On Saturday, we had sold out before Friday was over,” said sophomore Kira Connolly, who played the TV reporter and saleswoman. “I was quite surprised when the Thursday show sold out considering it was a finals day.”

“We had to add another row and turn some people away,” said sophomore Stephanie Pizio, who played Chutney.

The plot centers around a feminine, preppy woman, Elle Woods, who follows her ex-boyfriend to Harvard’s law school, only to find she eventually becomes a lawyer herself.

“This musical takes you on a journey through stalking a man to college and then truly finding a passion,” said sophomore Ethan Walker, who played Carlos and Padaman. “Having seen the show myself I can say that it is a show for anyone and every one.”

For the first time in Castle View thespian history, some teachers and staff also acted in the play. Debbie Gentry, assistant to Principal James Calhoun, and social studies teacher Amy Montague played the parts of Elle’s mother in different shows. Dean of Students Ryan Hollingshead and Calhoun played Elle’s father.

“I was horribly anxious and beyond nervous,” Gentry said.

Though she had some stage fright, her hard work and the entire cast’s hard work paid off.

“It’s nice to see teachers get involved,” sophomore Emily Wilson said.

“I thought (the staff was) really good. They did a great job,” freshman Ashley Echols said. “The play was funny and everyone was laughing.”