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Giulia the Poison Queen Takes Center Stage | New York City News
Jennifer Nettles, Sugarland’s powerhouse vocalist, takes on a daring new role as Giulia Tofana, the legendary 17th-century poisoner who armed abused women with deadly revenge. In this bold new musical, Giulia transforms from apothecary to vigilante after her husband assaults her daughter, sparking a clandestine network of justice. With a score and story she penned herself, Nettles stars in a production that blends “Sweeney Todd”’s grit with “Hamilton”’s flair — though critics note it leans too hard on modern feminism, flattening characters and skipping moral nuance. Still, the lavish staging…
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