A few weeks ago I was browsing the CD selection at the Goodwill close to my school and my friend found The Light in the Piazza. I knew that Kelli O'Hara (who I think has an insanely beautiful voice) was one of the leads in the show. I also knew from my aunt that it was about mental illness of some sort, but I didn't know much more about it, other than that she had seen and loved it. Being as interested in shows with unconventional topics as I am (Next to Normal is one of my favorites), I bought it and gave it a try. It was $1 and I've already gotten more use of it than what it cost me. It has quickly become one of my favorite musicals. The songs are beautiful on their own, but listening to them all together for the first time is what made me fall for this show. It's a beautiful piece, beautifully sung and acted, even just through the recording.
It also came with a book of lyrics including pictures from the original Broadway production, only further justifying the $1 I spent on it. It was a beautiful find and would recommend this show to anyone, even if you have to buy it at full price. I can't imagine why the original owner would've given it to Goodwill in the first place. The only downside to it is that the outer casing is pretty beat up and sports a few odd stains. The Light in the Piazza is stunning and I'm glad that I took my aunt's word and picked it up.
