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As If! I'm at Clueless

  • bkatherinerose1
  • Mar 19
  • 3 min read

Date-04/03/2025 

Theatre - Trafalgar Theatre

Seat-Stalls D14

Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


The image is a cast list for Clueless: A New Musical. The background is yellow with black text, and the title is prominently displayed at the top inside a black oval. The word Clueless is written in bold, yellow, capital letters with a subtle sparkle effect, while A New Musical is written in a cursive, pink font below it. Below the title, the image lists the names of the characters alongside the actors portraying them. The font used is simple and legible. The list includes main characters such as Cher (played by Emma Flynn), Josh (Keelan McAuley), Dionne (Chyna-Rose Frederick), and Tai (Romona Lewis-Malley), along with supporting roles like Travis, Murray, Christian, and Elton. There are also ensemble roles and multi-character performances by some actors. The layout is clean, with each character-actor pairing separated by a dash. The text is centered, making it easy to read. The color scheme reflects the Clueless aesthetic, evoking the iconic 1995 film’s fun and stylish vibe.
The Cast List that was performing


Clueless is a musical considered to be a contemporary retelling of Jane Austen's book Emma. The story is set in a Beverly Hills high school, and the plot revolves around Cher (Emma Flynn), a young privileged 17-year-old woman who treats people like "Human Barbies". However, during her attempts to control people's love lives and misjudging them, she recognizes her own true love. The themes used in the show are social status and self-discovery.​


The cast was full of energy, and all the student body members had their own personalities, from Dylan (Jacob Fisher), Finn (James Lim), Kyle (Ernest Stroud), and many others who all worked together as a cast to create the without a "reasonable doubt" a atmosphere for the high school setting. The costumes added even more to the characters. But it wasn't just the style; it was the way the student body used their props with even more characterization. Set changes were scenes within themselves, with the actors using their characterization to bring the set changes to life. One part that stood out to me was during the dancing; each of the cast had their own little quirks while dancing. One moment that really stuck out for me was Josh (Keelan McAuley) during the dance scene; he did the moves with confidence while also showing how much

his character was not within his comfort zone, within the same scene you have Christian (Isaac J Lewis) who was the complete opposite of Josh (Keelan) being confident and comfortable dancing.Another one of my favourite moments was Elton's(Max Mirza) the way he swags on whilst everyone is acting like he is brilliant made me hate him but it shows the amount of work the actor (Max) and the director(Rachel Kavanaugh) worked hard to get.​

The image captures a scene from a stage production of Clueless: A New Musical. The stage is designed with elegant, curved white arches outlined in glowing lights, and a blue-lit backdrop creates a dreamy atmosphere. The cast, dressed in colorful costumes, stands in a formation, with some actors bowing or striking a final pose. At the center, an actress wearing a bright yellow plaid outfit, reminiscent of Cher’s iconic look from the Clueless movie, stands with her arms open in a confident stance. To her left, an actor in a pastel blue suit stands tall. The ensemble wears a mix of preppy and playful outfits, incorporating bright colors, frilly dresses, and stylish accessories. The audience is visible in the foreground, with some members holding up phones to capture the moment. The overall scene suggests the finale or curtain call of the show, with a lively and glamorous energy fitting the Clueless aesthetic.

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As the show is closely is based on the film with songs added by KT Tunstall and Glenn Slater the music has catchy tunes that get stuck in your head and the

choreography by Lizzi Gee really brings the songs and extra dynamic.  


One of the things that I noticed was how Cher sang "Everything is perfect" even as her social life was falling apart showing how delusional she could be and it's so "Whatever"

This image captures a dynamic moment from Clueless: A New Musical on stage. The actress portraying Cher is front and center, wearing her iconic yellow plaid outfit with a matching beret, white knee-high socks, and a confident expression. She appears to be mid-performance, engaging with the audience and fellow cast members. The background features a stylized, elegant set with white arches outlined in glowing lights, contributing to a dreamy and whimsical atmosphere. Other cast members are visible, dressed in a mix of stylish and casual outfits, suggesting a high-energy scene. The ensemble includes characters in pastel and preppy attire, reinforcing the show’s fashionable, fun aesthetic. The lighting enhances the scene’s theatrical feel, making the stage appear vibrant and lively.

Access

One thing I loved about the access for this theatre was the fact that they give TW on their site, but sadly these are currently just content warnings, which hopefully will develop as one of the scenes has a sudden loud noise that would have been nice to have time to process beforehand. They do have accessibility performances planned. The themes that are CW would be the virgin and bullying.​

At the back of the clueless programme, there is the accessibility information. The nearest tube is either Charing Cross or Leicester Square (both are step-free and ramps).​

The theatre itself is a level access, and you are straight into a bar and the box office. There is a lift to all floors. I can't judge the upstairs, but the stalls have no steps. The bathrooms were tight, but there was a separate accessible toilet to use, which can be accessed via the lift (as mentioned in the programme). They operate both radio and mobile, but all access information can be found at the ATG theatre website (ATG), which is the same information as the programme.​

The seat I was sat in was fine for me, but I don't think there would be enough for someone who needs to be able to stretch their legs. However, when I looked around, there were a few seats that had great legroom, so keep that in mind when you book.​

All staff in the theatre are welcoming, whether you have access needs or not. I went to the stage door after the show, which only had a path, but we didn't want to block it for the cast if they were wanting to leave. The security made sure we were safe when a car was coming towards us, making sure we were far enough away from the curb but also keeping it light and friendly.

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This image captures a high-energy musical number from Clueless: A New Musical. The stage is filled with vibrant lighting, and the set features elegant white arches outlined with glowing lights. The actress portraying Cher stands front and center in her signature yellow plaid outfit, raising her fists in an energetic pose. Surrounding her, cast members are mid-dance, dressed in colorful and stylish costumes. A male character in a flannel shirt and beige pants dances beside Cher, while others in pastel and bright outfits move dynamically. The theatrical lighting and expressive performances create a lively, fun, and engaging scene.

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