"The Light in the Piazza" is a musical set in the 1950s that tells the story of a young American woman named Clara who suffers a head injury while on vacation in Florence, Italy. The injury affects her mental abilities, but she experiences a romantic awakening when she meets a charming Italian man named Fabrizio. The musical explores themes of love, family, and the challenges of communication. Clara's mother, Margaret, is protective and struggles with the implications of Clara's condition as she navigates the complexities of their relationship and Clara's newfound love.