Legally Barge (fat in a play) So, I went to see a production of Legally Blonde awhile back. One of my friend's mothers was in it, and I like the theatre in general, so I decided to go. It was an amateur production, but still pretty good. Then I see the chick playing Brooke. For those who don't know the story, Brooke is a fitness instructor being accused of murdering her husband, and the others have to prove her innocence.  So, Brooke saunters on the stage. The actress playing her (a FITNESS instructor) is a total obeast. She's wearing workout clothes, but even though they're attempting to hide the fupa, a lot of skin is still showing. Aaannd her musical numbers consist of exercising while singing. Great. So, I get to watch a fat in a fitness outfit try to exercise while singing. The skinny background dancers are all actually exerting themselves, meanwhile her movements (the character who is, I will remind you a FITNESS INSTRUCTOR) has been giving the easist possible choreography, and even THAT is tiring her. Every time she skips, what is left of her body flops and jiggles. And yes, they play it all straight. We are honestly supposed to believe the Mayo Mammoth is in peak physical condition. From that point onwards, I couldn't take anything in the play seriously. But hey! I might have missed out on a play, but, I scored a free trip to the circus!