Elle Woods Hits Harvard – Rehearsals in Full Swing!

The 2026 IGS Musical Company has dived into one of Act 1’s most iconic moments “Welcome to Harvard!” In this pivotal scene, Elle Woods’ delightfully unconventional video essay sparks a fast-paced, witty exchange as admissions representative Winthrop debates whether pink truly belongs at Harvard Law. The scene is shaping up to be both hilarious and unforgettable.

A large group of excited teenagers and a few adults pose together indoors, wearing matching “Legally Blonde” T-shirts. They stand on a wooden floor, smiling and waving during rehearsals, capturing the cheerful, theatrical spirit of Elle Woods at Harvard.

Behind the scenes, the excitement is palpable. Our production team is hard at work crafting props for the Harvard setting, while parent volunteers have begun assembling costumes for both the ensemble and principal characters, adding clever touches of colour that bring the show to life. The Musical Orchestra has also kicked off rehearsals, with students meeting this Tuesday at lunchtime and again on Sunday 15 March in K311 with our professional musicians. With choreography, sets, costumes, and live music coming together, Harvard has never looked so fabulous!

A group of young people in sportswear practise a dance routine on a gymnasium court, rehearsals reminiscent of Elle Woods preparing for Harvard, with some standing in a circle watching whilst others perform synchronised moves in the centre.

A group of students in “Legally Blonde” T-shirts practise a dance routine in a gymnasium, channelling Elle Woods during rehearsals as they stand in lines with their right hands in the air and focused expressions.

A group of teenagers stands and practises choreography together in a gymnasium during rehearsals, many wearing matching black shirts. Some are mid-dance pose whilst others watch or listen, with a basketball hoop visible in the background.

A smiling person kneels on a gymnasium floor, holding up a black T-shirt with text on it—perhaps after Harvard rehearsals. Several others stand and walk in the background, with sports court lines visible on the wooden floor.

Two young women wearing Legally Blonde The Musical shirts stand together in a gymnasium, possibly during rehearsals. One looks concerned with her hand on her chest, while the other stands beside her. Other people and gym equipment are visible in the background.

Three women stand together in a gymnasium wearing matching Legally Blonde shirts—one gesturing and speaking, channelling Elle Woods at Harvard. Other people blur past in the background during indoor sports rehearsals.

Three young women in “Legally Blonde” shirts stand in a gymnasium reading open books, spaced apart on the wooden floor—channelling their inner Elle Woods during rehearsals, with gym mats and benches visible in the background.

Three young women stand on an indoor basketball court in Legally Blonde T-shirts, deep in rehearsals. Two listen as the centre woman gestures while speaking about Harvard, channelling Elle Woods. A fourth person sits on the floor in the background.

Three teenagers in Legally Blonde shirts channel Elle Woods during rehearsals around a box with an open book in a gymnasium. One leans forward, another gestures passionately, as others watch or practise Harvard-inspired scenes in the background.

A group of teenagers pose energetically in a gymnasium, wearing matching “Legally Blonde” T-shirts. Some kneel, some stand with arms raised, channelling Elle Woods energy after rehearsals on the polished wooden floor, with hoops and blue mats in the background.

A black T-shirt with the words Legally Blonde The Musical printed in large pink and white letters on the front, inspired by Elle Woods’ journey from Harvard to rehearsals.

We are delighted to introduce the exceptional choreographers leading the movement for Legally Blonde. Moniku Griffith, an IGS graduate who achieved top HSC marks for Dance in 2024 and was nominated for Shape, brings bold creative vision and fresh energy to the rehearsal room. A gifted contemporary dancer, Moniku combines technical precision with expressive storytelling, inspiring the cast and mentoring young dancers through her work with IGS Dance Clubs. Her leadership has elevated both ACT I and ACT II numbers, fostering cohesion, confidence, and high-energy performance.

A woman with straight long brown hair in a low ponytail stands against a black background, resembling Elle Woods at Harvard, wearing a black short-sleeved top, heart-shaped necklace, and stud earrings, looking at the camera with a neutral expression.

Joining Moniku is Olivia Enright, currently choreographing Beauty and the Beast for Willoughby Musical Society. Olivia’s extensive training in Jazz, Tap, Ballet, and Contemporary, combined with her performance experience at prestigious venues, including the Opera House and international tours, brings vibrant musical theatre style to the production. With a strong focus on storytelling through movement, Olivia complements Moniku perfectly, helping craft the character-driven, high-energy choreography that makes Legally Blonde so dynamic.

A woman with long blonde hair and blue eyes, styled like Elle Woods, wears a pink sleeveless top and smiles softly at the camera against a dark blurred background, as if ready for rehearsals at Harvard.

With scenes, music, choreography, costumes and props all coming together, the excitement is building, and we can’t wait to share this fabulous production with our school community.

Tickets go on sale Tuesday 21 April — secure yours early!

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