A Streetcar Named Desire
Winner of 3 Olivier Awards!
A Streetcar Named Desire
Paul Mescal Electrifies in a Revelatory 'Streetcar'
The New York Times, 2023
Why see A Streetcar Named Desire?
New York Transfer
Winner 2023 Olivier Awards including Best Revial and Best Actor for Paul Mescal
After sizzling audiences during its much-acclaimed runs at the Almeida theatre and in the West End in 2023, Rebecca Frecknell's five-star production of Tennessee William's most famous play is set to turn up the heat in New York in spring 2025. Starring man-of-the-moment Paul Mescal, don't miss your chance to see this fantastic production as Mescal reprises his electrifying Olivier Award-winning role.
What Is The Story?
First opening on Broadway in 1947, Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire follows the life of protagonist Blanche DuBois who leaves her aristocratic lifestyle behind after a dramatic loss leaves her moneyless. She enters New Orleans French Quarter to live with her younger sister and brother-in-law.
A Streetcar Named Desire is widely regarded as one of the best plays of the 20th century. The production received the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play, the New York Drama Critics' Circle for Best Play, and Pulitzer Prize for Drama following its premiere.
Key Information
Run Time
Two hours and 45 minutes with one interval
Dates
Showing until Apr 6
Upcoming Performances
Cast
- Paul Mescal
Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.
Creative
- Written by Tennessee Williams
- Directed by Rebecca Frecknall
Awards
Olivier Awards 2023, wins
Best Revival
Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Anjana Vasan
Best Actor - Paul Mescal
Olivier Awards 2023, nominations
Best Revival
Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Anjana Vasan
Best Actress - Patsy Ferran
Best Lighting
Best Actor - Paul Mescal
Best Director - Rebecca Frecknall
Reviews
Customer reviews
John Coffee
A MUST SEE!!!!
My wife and I just came from catching the matinee.. One word...
MOVING!! This is one of the best Broadway shows that I have ever seen,
and suggest all to see it too! ... Read more
LEONARD DAVIS
STREETCAR
CARMEN WAS THE BEST I'VE EVER SEEN HER, AT 82YRS OLD SHE STOLE THE SHOW WITH HER DANCE. OTHERWISE THE ACTING AND STAGING WAS SUPERB I HOPE EVERYONE WILL GET A CHANCE TO SEE THIS WONDERFUL PRODUCTION..!! ... Read more
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