Actors’ Theatre of the South (ATOTS) is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of Tennessee Williams’ iconic play “A Streetcar Named Desire,” set to run from September 6 through September 15, 2024, at the Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center in Marietta.

“A Streetcar Named Desire” follows the tragic journey of Blanche DuBois, a fragile woman who arrives in New Orleans to stay with her sister Stella and her domineering brother-in-law Stanley Kowalski. As Blanche’s fanciful illusions clash with Stanley’s raw, unyielding reality, tensions rise, revealing deep-seated insecurities and past traumas. Stanley’s relentless cruelty and Blanche’s deteriorating mental state culminate in a harrowing confrontation, ultimately leading to Blanche’s complete psychological breakdown. Tennessee Williams’ masterful play explores themes of desire, mental health, and the brutal impact of reality on delicate dreams.

CONTENT WARNING: “A Streetcar Named Desire” contains themes and scenes that some audience members may find disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.