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This production is suitable for ages 14+. Under 5s will not be admitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat with an adult 18+.
Running until 6 May 2023
Run time 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one interval.
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In a simmering feud that is driven by dark desires, the lines between truth and deception begin to blur. Frequently hailed as one of the most refined plays of its period, _Tennessee Williams_’ classic A Streetcar Named Desire descends into violence and destruction as it follows the crumbling reality and moral and mental downfall of Blanche DuBois. A Streetcar Named Desire is a chilling look into the human psyche that you don’t want to miss, book your tickets to witness this production at the Phoenix Theatre today for six weeks only!
About A Streetcar Named Desire
On a hot and sickly summer's day in New Orleans, a fading Southern beauty begins to spiral.
After losing the DuBois family plantation in Mississippi, Blanche DuBois packs her bags and moves in with her estranged sister Stella and brother-in-law Stanley at their run-down apartment in New Orleans, bringing with her a past that threatens the future. Blanche's refined sensitivities are insulted by Stanley's crude, animalistic behaviour. As he gains closer to the truth - she becomes tense and defensive, teetering on the edge of a mental breakdown. As Blanche’s fragile world begins to unravel at the seams, reality and illusion collide in a violent conflict that will change their lives forever.
The cast and creatives of A Streetcar Named Desire
The starring role of Blanche DuBois will be played by Patsy Ferran (Summer and Smoke), with the BAFTA-winning Paul Mescal (Normal People) as Stanley, and Anjana Vasan (We Are Lady Parts) as Stella. Rebecca Frecknall directs her first production at the Almeida since her multi-Olivier Award-winning production of Cabaret.
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A Streetcar Named Desire shows the transition from the old to the new South in this introspective look into the treatements and restrictions of women. Book tickets for A Streetcar Named Desire today to see this thrilling production of Tenessee Williams’ beloved classic!
Age restriction
This production is suitable for ages 14+. Under 5s will not be admitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat with an adult 18+.Running time
2 hours and 45 minutes, including one interval.Performance dates
20 March - 6 May 2023Content
This production contains xenophobic language, domestic violence, alcoholism, mental health difficulties including anxiety and depression, as well as references to suicide and sexual assault. It also includes sudden loud noises, haze and the smoking of herbal cigarettes.Access
Captioned performance: Tuesday 18 Apr 2023 at 19:30 , Audio Described performance: Saturday 15 Apr 2023 at 14:30Venue Information
Phoenix Theatre110 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0JPRecent Reviews
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My Neighbour Totoro and A Streetcar Named Desire take centre stage at this year’s Olivier Awards!
Out of an incredible nine nominations, My Neighbour Totoro, the magical stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s cult animated film, took home six awards at last night’s ceremony, including Best Entertainment or Comedy Play, and Best Director.
Jodie Comer and Paul Mescal picked up the prestigious Best Actress and Best Actor awards for their West End debuts in Prima Facie and A Streetcar Named Desire respectively. The Killing Eve and Normal People stars were in great company, with 16 of the 18 winners receiving their first Olivier award at last night's ceremony.
Mescal's co-star Anjana Vasan won Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance, while Will Keen, also appearing at the Almeida, won in his densely packed category (there were a total of 10 actors nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role thanks to the 6 nominated Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy performers) for his turn in Patriots.
101 years after Emmeline Pankhurst stood on stage at the Royal Albert Hall and declared a meeting to incite rebellion and political activism amongst her fellow women, Beverly Knight accepted the Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical award for her performance in Sylvia, the story of Emmeline’s second daughter. This was Knight’s first Olivier award win, having been nominated twice previously.
Other notable wins include Standing At The Sky’s Edge which won Best New Musical, and Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! winning Best Musical Revival 80 years and 2 days after the show first premiered on 31 March 1943 at Broadway's St James’ Theatre. Oklahoma! star, and Doctor Who favourite, Arthur Darvill, also took home an Olivier for Best Actor in a Musical Olivier for his portrayal of Curly.
3 Apr, 2023 | By Sian McBride