Iconic. Essential. Electric.

A cornerstone of American theatre, A Streetcar Named Desire traces the unraveling of Blanche DuBois as she arrives in New Orleans to take shelter with her sister Stella and brother-in-law Stanley. Clashing realities, desire, and delusion collide in this emotionally charged drama, revealing the fragility of identity and the harshness of truth in a changing world.

In turbulent and uncertain times, this iconic play could not be more prescient as we witness a family moving towards new identities and fighting for their vision of the American Dream. Tennessee Williams’ play is a portrait of a woman caught between the demons of her past and prospect of a new life. We invite you to witness the haunting fragility and urgency of this Pulitzer Prize winning play.

** talkback performance July 12 at 2:00 pm

Also check out Peerless as part of 2026 the Ensemble Theatre Festival: Bloodlines!

Join us for brunchtime performances before matinee, featuring singer Violet Grace on July 12th and Fistful of Crime Improv on July 19th.

*Content Warning: This production includes discussions of xenophobic language, domestic violence, alcoholism, mental health conditions (including anxiety and depression), as well as references to suicide and sexual assault.