Emily McDougall gives a highly spirited performance as Elle, with enough presence to lead the musical. She brings charm, determination, and an infectious confidence that carries the role with ease. However, to better match her movie counterpart, her costumes could be more unapologetically feminine, boldly pink, and cleverly subversive to fully capture the character’s appeal. Similarly, the blonde wig she wears needs to be securely set, as the lifting adhesive around her face became increasingly visible and distracting.