Poison & Power in Palermo: Giulia at PAC NYC
Join Women of Culture for an evening of theater, conversation, and connection as we experience Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo, a highly anticipated world premiere musical at the Perelman Performing Arts Center.
Inspired by the remarkable true story of Giulia Tofana, a 17th-century woman who secretly helped other women escape abusive and dangerous marriages, the musical explores the complicated intersection of survival, justice, power, and sacrifice. What begins as a single act of self-defense evolves into a hidden sisterhood, raising timeless questions about how far one should go to protect others—and what it costs to carry that responsibility.
Written by and starring Grammy Award-winning artist Jennifer Nettles and directed by Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, Giulia combines a soaring contemporary score with a story that feels both historical and strikingly relevant. Rich with moral complexity, female resilience, and questions about agency and freedom, it promises to be one of the most talked-about new works of the season.
Before the performance, members and guests are invited to gather on the terrace at Metropolis, overlooking Lower Manhattan, for drinks, conversation, and the opportunity to connect with fellow culturally curious women before heading into the theater together.
Why Join
Experience a world premiere musical
Discover the fascinating true story of Giulia Tofana and the secret network of women she inspired.
Engage with themes of female resilience, justice, and empowerment that remain deeply relevant today.
Reserved orchestra seating with the group along with an optional pre-show reception and post-show talk-back.
Event Details:
5:30 PM | Reception at Metropolis
7:00 PM | Performance
9:00 PM | Optional post-performance talk-back
Location:
Perelman Art Center | 251 Fulton Street
Tickets -
Non-member tickets for show only: $85 first release; $95 full price
Art-full Member tickets for show only: $75 first release; $85 full price
Art-full Member tickets for full experience: $105 first release; $115 full price
Premier membser save an additional 20%*
Inclusions:
All tickets include a seat with the group in Orchestra rows O & P. Full experience tickets also include a light bite OR alcoholic beverage at Metropolis before the show.
If you are not yet an Art-full member, we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the upgraded premier membership. You can learn more about all membership levels and join here or reach out to [email protected] with any questions.
The membership provides:
Access to member exclusive events
Complimentary tickets to all online events, and select in-person events like this one
Priority access to & discounts on ALL events
Premier members also get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city
All designed to help you live your best, most art-full and socially connected life!