Are We Delicious? presents…

  • AWD? Presents AQUA TOFANA: An Immersive Staged Reading

    Something delicious (and a little dangerous) is brewing…

    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: Broom Street Theater - 1119 Williamson Street, Madison WI
    When: Saturday, June 27th
    Time: 7:30pm
    Suggested Donation: $20 or Pay What You Can

    Touring Fringe 2026 Production:
    Brandi McBride
    Stacey Garbarski
    Jessica Kennedy
    Mary Wallin
    Kat Garcia

    Directed by Karen Saari
    Staged Managed by Isabel Vreeke-Bicoy

    Be part of the process.
    Be part of the tour.
    Be part of something… delicious!

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    (Original cast + writers: Charly Sparks, Rachel Stetenfeld, Brandi McBride, Mary Wallin, Stacey Garbarski, Jessica Kennedy. Directed + Written by Karen Saari; Stage Managed by Tanis Steed; Stage Hands: Merrick Samsa & Cece Sherven. Photo by Scott Feiner.)

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