Maya Sistruck News

The Story Jennifer Nettles Couldn't Shake Is Finally on Stage

by Luka Vonier — July 16, 2026

'She just kept haunting me and haunting me, this story.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of Jennifer Nettles' GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMO

by Bruce Glikas — July 13, 2026

Now running at Perelman Performing Arts Center is the world premiere production of Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo, which will now conclude performances on Sunday August 2.

Review Roundup: GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMO, Written by and Starring Jennifer Nettles

by Nicole Rosky — July 10, 2026

Perelman Performing Arts Center's world premiere production of Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo just opened! The production, which will now conclude performances on Sunday August 2, features book, music and lyrics by Jennifer Nettles, direction by Mary Zimmerman, and choreography by Austin Mccorm

GIULIA Starring Jennifer Nettles Extends at PAC NYC Through Early August

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 9, 2026

Perelman Performing Arts Center's world premiere production of Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo has extended.

Photos: Jennifer Nettles' GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMO

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 6, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos of the world premiere of Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo, written by and starring Grammy Award winner Jennifer Nettles.

Claire Kwon, Clint Holmes and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 15, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Claire Kwon, Clint Holmes, Sing4Her in support of The Foundation for Women’s Cancer and more.

Marilyn Maye's 98th Birthday Bash and More Set for 54 Below Next Week

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 3, 2026

54 Below will host Marilyn Maye for her annual birthday celebration across multiple April performances, alongside cabaret and Broadway-themed shows including 54 Sings in Me 2016 and more.

Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and More to Perform at 54 Below in April

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 30, 2026

In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more.

Jennifer Nettles' Musical GIULIA Reveals Full Cast - Quentin Earl Darrington, Matthew Amira and More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 26, 2026

The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for Perelman Performing Arts Center's upcoming world premiere production of Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo with book, music and lyrics by Jennifer Nettles.

54 Below to Present THE ART OF FIGURING IT OUT This May

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 18, 2026

54 Below will present The Art of Figuring It Out: Stories of the Quarter Life, an uplifting evening of music and storytelling exploring the complexities of navigating early adulthood.

Video: Go Inside Black Theatre United's 2025 Gala, United:  Today & Beyond

by Nicole Rosky — October 28, 2025

Just last month, Black Theatre United celebrated its third annual Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

Shoshana Bean, Kecia Lewis, Billy Porter and More to Join Black Theatre United Gala

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 18, 2025

Black Theatre United has revealed its lineup of performers and honorary co-chairs for its third annual Gala.

Photos: THE OSCAR MICHEAUX PROJECT at Prospect Musicals

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 27, 2025

You can now check out photos of Prospect Musicals’ workshop production of The Oscar Micheaux Project.

Rush & Student Ticketing Announced For THE OSCAR MICHEAUX PROJECT Workshop at Baruch Performing Arts Center

by A.A. Cristi — June 13, 2025

Prospect Musicals has announced rush tickets and student pricing for their workshop production of The Oscar Micheaux Project, a new jazz musical, which begins performances tomorrow, Saturday, June 14th at Baruch Performing Arts Center (55 Lexington Avenue).