She Couldn’t Shake the Story of a Female Killer. Now It’s a Musical.
The world premiere of the musical 'Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo,' featuring Jennifer Nettles and Didi Romero, is officially underway Off-Broadway.
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The brief
The production centers on the narrative of a female killer, a story that inspired the creative project. Coverage from The New York Times, Playbill, Billboard, and theatrely.com highlights the involvement of Jennifer Nettles, who is noted for her work on the musical, and lead performer Didi Romero.
The articles characterize the production as a feminist musical. Audiences and critics are now monitoring the reception of the show during its Off-Broadway run.
Coverage does not yet specify future plans or tour extensions for the production.
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Quick answers
Who is starring in the musical?
Didi Romero performs the lead role in the production.
Who is the primary creative force behind the musical?
Jennifer Nettles is the musician associated with the new project.
When did the production premiere?
The world premiere of the musical began Off-Broadway on June 28, 2026.
Coverage (5)
- Jennifer Nettles Musical Giulia Begins World Premiere Off-Broadway June 28 Playbill · 11h ago
- Jennifer Nettles on New Musical, 'Giulia' and Lin-Manuel Miranda Billboard · 11h ago
- Didi Romero Is Back On Stage In GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMO And Is Ready To Fight theatrely.com · 11h ago
- Jennifer Nettles' Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo Is the Fiercely Feminist Musical We Need Playbill · 11h ago
- She Couldn’t Shake the Story of a Female Killer. Now It’s a Musical. The New York Times · 11h ago
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