‘The Light in the Piazza' coming to Blackfriars Theatre
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Take a trip to Italy this weekend for the musical 'The Light in the Piazza,' coming to Blackfriars Theatre.
The story, based on the novella by Elizabeth Spencer, is described as two young lovers together in Italy, as a mother is forced to grapple with her daughter's devastating secret.
The Blackfriars production stars Andrea McGaugh as Margaret, the mother, and Natalia Hulse as Clara, the daughter. Both were interviewed by News 8's Brennan Somers, which can be viewed in the video player above.
The show will be held on Friday, May 30, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 31, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. You can purchase tickets by clicking here.
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