Laurey Williams is a fictional character from the musical Oklahoma!, which was created by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. She is portrayed as a strong-willed and independent young woman living in the early 1900s in the American Midwest. Laurey is often caught in a love triangle between Curly McLain, a charming cowboy, and Jud Fry, a darker, more brooding figure. In the story, Laurey struggles with her feelings and the societal expectations of her time. Her character represents themes of love, choice, and the pursuit of happiness, making her a central figure in the narrative of Oklahoma!.