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.
Original Cast
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(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...
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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...
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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...
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Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Leading Actress in a Musical | Victoria Clark |
| 2005 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Musical | Victoria Clark |
| 2005 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Musical | Victoria Clark |
| 2005 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Michael Berresse |
| 2005 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Mark Harelik |
| 2005 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Matthew Morrison |
| 2005 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Sarah Uriarte Berry |
| 2005 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Kelli O'Hara |
| 2005 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical | Matthew Morrison |
| 2005 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical | Kelli O'Hara |
| 2005 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical | Victoria Clark |
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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