Based on the 1960 novella by Elizabeth Spencer
The Light in the Piazza is a love story of a young American woman who while on holiday falls for a young Italian man. When the young woman's mother learns of the affair, she opposes it for seemingly unknown reasons.
(Swing)
(Fabrizio's brother)
Michael Berresse, who received an Outer Critics Circle nomination for his performance in The Light in the Piazza, has also been recognized for his extensive work on Broadway and Off-Broadway, including a notable role in the revival of A Chorus Line. more...
(Giuseppe's wife)
Sarah Uriarte Berry, a UCLA graduate, brought her talent to the stage in "The Light in the Piazza," while balancing her life as a wife to Broadway actor Michael Berry and mother to their daughter, Madeleine Grace. more...
David Bonanno, known for his versatility in both classic drama and musical theatre, captivated audiences in the past with his performance in "The Light in the Piazza." more...
David Burnham, an original Broadway cast member of "The Light in the Piazza," showcased his talents as Fabrizio both at the Tony Awards and during the PBS telecast "Live From Lincoln Center." more...
Victoria Clark won the Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards for her outstanding performance as Margaret Johnson in The Light in the Piazza. more...
(Fabrizio's mother)
Patti Cohenour, who played Signora Naccarelli and served as the Margaret alternate in Lincoln Center Theater's production of "The Light in the Piazza," has an illustrious career that includes roles such as the Mother Abbess in "The Sound of Music" and Christine in "The Phantom of the Opera." more...
Matthew Morrison, who earned Tony and Drama Desk nominations for his role in The Light in the Piazza, is widely recognized for his portrayal of Will Schuester on the television show Glee. more...
(Margaret's daughter)
Kelli O'Hara, a Tony Award winner and Emmy and Grammy nominee, received one of her six Tony Award nominations for her performance in "The Light in the Piazza." more...
Awards and Nominations
2005 BroadwayWorld Awards
Best Leading Actress in a Musical: Victoria Clark won.
2005 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Victoria Clark won.
2005 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Victoria Clark won.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Michael Berresse was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Mark Harelik was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Matthew Morrison was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Sarah Uriarte Berry was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Kelli O'Hara was nominated but did not win.
2005 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Matthew Morrison was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Kelli O'Hara was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Victoria Clark won.
Production Team
Christopher Akerlind Lighting Designer
Jerry Altenburg Hair and Wig Designer
Jonathan Butterell Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Bruce Coughlin Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Adam Guettel Orchestrator
ACME Sound Partners Sound Designer
Bartlett Sher Director
Ted Sperling Musical Director
Orchestrator
Michael Yeargan Scenic Designer
Catherine Zuber Costume Designer
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