AWD presents AQUA TOFANA: An Immersive Staged Reading
Schedule
Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Broom Street Theater | Madison, WI
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Something delicious (and a little dangerous) is brewing…We present AQUA TOFANA: An Immersive Staged Reading.
Aqua Tofana, a riveting new production developed in 2025, delving into the life of Giulia Tofana, the enigmatic 17th-century figure behind the notorious poison that bears her name. Set against the backdrop of a society where women’s voices were silenced, this production sheds light on an extraordinary story of resilience, rebellion, and sisterhood.
We’re redeveloping Aqua Tofana with plans to take it on the road to Fringe Festivals across the Midwest! And we want your help to get us there.
You’re invited to a staged reading + fundraising event, where you’ll experience the piece in development and play an active role in shaping its future.
This is part performance, part process, and we want to include you!
After the reading, we’ll host a conversation where your feedback helps refine the show before it reaches festival audiences. What resonates? What needs sharpening? What lingers? We want to know!
What to expect:
-A staged reading of Aqua Tofana
-A behind-the-scenes look at our creative process
-A post-show discussion where your voice directly helps shape the touring production
This event is also a fundraiser supporting our artists and helping bring this work to Fringe Festivals across the Midwest. Your presence and your perspective directly impact the version of this show that will travel!
We’d love to have you in the room at the very beginning of its journey.
Where: 1119 Williamson Street, Madison WI
When: Saturday June 27th
Time: 7:30pm
Suggested Donation of $20 / Pay What You Can
Be part of the process.
Be part of the tour.
Be part of something… delicious.
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Original cast and crew:
Charly Sparks, Rachel Stetenfeld, Brandi McBride, Stacey Garbarski, Jessica Raphaela Kennedy and Mary Wallin
Directed & Written by Karen Saari
Staged Managed by Tanis Steed
Stage hands: Merrick Samsa and Cece Sherven
Staged reading and Fringe cast and crew:
Brandi McBride, Stacey Garbarski, Jessica Kennedy, Mary Wallin and Kat Garcia
Directed by Karen Saari
Stage Managed by Isabel Vreeke-Bicoy
Photo by Scott Feiner.
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Where is it happening?
Broom Street Theater, 1119 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703-3752, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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