Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire is set against the sexy backdrop of New Orleans' gritty French Quarter. A Streetcar Named Desire tells the tale of former school teacher and socialite Blanche DuBois, as she's forced to move in with her sister Stella and her animalistic husband Stanley. But the more...
("Mitch")
Chris Bauer, known for his versatile roles across stage, television, and film, delivered a standout performance as Mitch in the 2011 Broadway production of "A Streetcar Named Desire," earning praise for his emotional depth and complexity. more...
(Understudy)
(Understudy)
Kristine Nielsen, a seasoned actress with a Tony Award nomination and multiple Obie Awards, has graced Broadway stages in productions like Present Laughter and You Can't Take It With You, and brought her talent to regional theaters across the country, including the Williamstown Theatre Festival and Yale Repertory Theatre; her extensive career also includes a notable performance in A Streetcar Named Desire. more...
(Understudy)
Amy Ryan, who was nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in Roundabout Theatre Company's production of A Streetcar Named Desire, has recently starred opposite Joaquin Phoenix in Ari Aster’s Beau Is Afraid and will soon appear in high-profile projects such as the Apple TV+ series "Sugar" and Jon Watts’ Wolves. more...
Awards and Nominations
2005 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Natasha Richardson was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Chris Bauer was nominated but did not win.
2005 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Amy Ryan was nominated but did not win.
1948 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Jessica Tandy won.
Production Team
Robert Brill Scenic Designer
Scenic Designer
John Gromada Sound Designer
Composer
(Original Music)
(Original Music)
Edward Hall Director
Director
Donald Holder Lighting Designer
Paul Huntley Hair and Wig Designer
William Ivey Long Costume Designer
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