A Streetcar Named Desire Revival 2012

Ages: 12+
Opened: April 22, 2012
Closing: July 22, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire - 2012 - Broadway History , Info & More

Tennessee Williams' sultry drama, 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 (Nicole Ari Parker), as she's forced to move in with her sister Stella (Rubin-Vega) and her animalistic husband Stanley (Blair Underwood). But the fragile, Blanche quickly gets a gritty life lesson in the seamy, steamy underbelly of 1940's New Orleans. The legendary Terence Blanchard has signed on to provide an original soundscape for the production.



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A Streetcar Named Desire Review: On Broadway With A Black Blanche, Blair Underwood
7 / 10

There are two main aesthetic reasons I can think of to justify Mann’s reinterpretation of “A Streetcar Named Desire” through multi-racial casting – – to have the audience look at a classic work in a fresh light, thereby adding to our understanding of it; and to give us the chance to see great actors in roles normally closed to them. The director clearly achieves the first aim. She is only partially successful in the second.

When Underwood Strips in ‘Streetcar,’ Folks Gasp: Review
6 / 10

But you want to know about Underwood, and why not? It’s not as though Brando himself didn’t distinguish Stanley as an icon of brute sexual charisma, and on that score Underwood certainly delivers the goods. Just listen to the gasps and sighs emanating from the audience when he strips to an undershirt or less.

Photo Flash: Opera Singer Jessye Norman Visits A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2012

Last night, July 19, opera singer Jessye Norman saw A Streetcar Named Desire again and stopped backstage to see stars Nicole Ari Parker and Blair Underwood. Check out the photo below! A Streetcar Named Desire closes on Broadway this Sunday, July 22.

Photo Flash: STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Gets AEA's Diversity Award
by Nicole Rosky - July 18, 2012

The Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire was awarded the Extraordinary Excellence in Diversity on Broadway Award for the 2011-2012 Season from Actors' Equity Association (AEA) on Tuesday. The show, produced by Front Row Productions (Stephen Byrd, Alia Jones-Harvey), received the honor at a presentation at Equity headquarters. Christine Toy Johnson and Julia Breanetta Simpson (AEA Co-chairs Eastern Regional Equal Employment Opportunity Committee) presented the award, which turns the spotlight onto those doing exemplary work to promote the goals of diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in theatre. Check out photos from the big event below!

Photo Flash: Members of Congressional Black Caucus Visit A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2012

On Saturday, July 14, several members of the Congressional Black Caucus came out to see A Streetcar Named Desire on Broadway and caught the stars and producers backstage at the Broadhurst Theater. The show is headed into its final performances; it is set to close on Sunday, July 22. Check out the photos below!

Photo Coverage: Danny Glover, Robert Greenblatt and More Visit A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by Kelsey Denette - July 12, 2012

Celebrities Danny Glover, Delroy Lindo, Eriq La Salle, Sinbad and Boris Kodjoe together with Robert Greenblatt, President of NBC, caught Streetcar Named Desire stars and producer Stephen Byrd backstage last night at the Broadhurst Theater. The show is headed into its final performances; it is set to close on Sunday, July 22.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Receives Actors' Equity Diversity Award
by Kelsey Denette - July 11, 2012

Actors' Equity Association (Equity) announced today that the Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE has been selected as the recipient of its Extraordinary Excellence in Diversity on Broadway Award for the 2011-2012 Season. The Diversity Award will be presented at a reception prior to Equity's National Council Meeting at the Equity headquarters in New York City on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at 12:30PM EST.

STAGE TUBE: Blair Underwood Talks STREETCAR with Melissa Harris-Perry
by Nicole Rosky - July 2, 2012

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE star Blair Underwood recently stopped by “Melissa Harris-Perry,' where he chatted about how the face of Broadway is changing and bringing in more African Americans both on-stage and behind the curtain. Click below to watch the full interview!

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Cancels Summer Extension; London Run in the Works
by Nicole Rosky - June 13, 2012

The acclaimed Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by Emily Man has cancelled its previously announced summer extension, and will now take its final Broadway bow on its original closing date- July 22. BroadwayWorld has learned that the show might be moving to London, aiming for a Fall 2012 opening.

Theater Talk Welcomes STREETCAR Cast and More This Weekend
by Kelsey Denette - June 8, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire stops at THEATER TALK for Tony Awards weekend, with stars Blair Underwood and Nicole Ari Parker, joined by producer Stephen C. Byrd, discussing the historic Broadway production with series co-hosts Michael Riedel of the New York Post and executive producer Susan Haskins. Also on board in a separate interview is comedian-character actor-writer Rob Bartlett, most recently seen in the revival of How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Extends Through the Summer; Now to End Run August 19
by Jessica Lewis - May 15, 2012

The acclaimed Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by Emily Man will extend its run through August 19, 2012. Streetcar began performances on April 3 and opened on April 22 and was originally set to end its limited run on July 22 at the Broadhurst.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE to Offer $29.50 Student Rush Tickets
by Kelsey Denette - April 26, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire today announced that it will offer a limited number of student rush tickets for $29.50. Tickets will be available at the box office on the day of the performance, and each current student ID is eligible for two tickets. Streetcar began performances on Tuesday, April 3, and will open on Sunday, April 22, 2012.

Photo Coverage: Blair Underwood, Nicole Ari Parker et al. at A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE's After Party!
by Walter McBride - April 23, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch opened last night, April 22, on Broadway for a limited run through July 22, 2012. BroadwayWorld was at the show's starry after party and brings you photos from the event below!

BWW TV: Chatting with Blair Underwood, Daphne Rubin-Vega & More at A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Opening!
by Jessica Lewis - April 23, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch opened last night, April 22, on Broadway for a limited run through to July 22, 2012. BroadwayWorld was at the celebratory after party and takes you inside below.

FREEZE FRAME: Sneak Peek at A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE After Party!
by Walter McBride - April 23, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch opened last night, April 22, on Broadway for a limited run through to July 22, 2012. BroawayWorld was on hand for the celebratory after party and brings you a photo sneak peek below! Stay tuned for full coverage coming soon!

Photo Coverage: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE- the Starry Opening Night Theatre Arrivals!
by Walter McBride - April 23, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch opened last night on Broadway for a limited run through to July 22, 2012. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the star-studded opening night arrivals, and you can check out full photo coverage below!

Photo Coverage: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Opening Night Bows - Blair Underwood, Nicole Ari Parker & Co.
by Walter McBride - April 23, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch opened last night on Broadway for a limited run through to July 22, 2012. Check out the curtain call photographs by BWW's own Walter McBride below.

Review Roundup: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE - All the Reviews!
by Robert Diamond - April 22, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch opened tonight on Broadway for a limited run (through July 22, 2012). Let's see what the critics had to say...

BWW TV Preview: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Opens Tonight!
by Robert Diamond - April 22, 2012

Check out production footage from A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch - opening tonight!

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Opens at the Broadhurst Theatre Tonight!
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch, began previews for its limited Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, and celebrates its opening tonight, Sunday April 22, 2012. The production will run through July 22, 2012.

BWW TV: First Look at A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE on Broadway - Blair Underwood, Nicole Ari Parker, Daphne Rubin-Vega & More!
by Jessica Lewis - April 11, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch, began its limited Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre tonight on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, and celebrates its opening Sunday, April 22, 2012. The production will run through July 22, 2012. The first production footage has been released and BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE's Photo Shoot!
by Nicole Rosky - April 10, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch, began its limited Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre on April 3, 2012, and celebrates its opening Sunday, April 22, 2012. The production will run through July 22, 2012. Go behind the scenes of a photo shoot with the cast below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Broadway's A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE- Production Shots!
by Kelsey Denette - April 10, 2012

A Streetcar Named Desire starring Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch, began its limited Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre tonight on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, and celebrates its opening Sunday, April 22, 2012. The production will run through July 22, 2012. Get a first look at the show in performance below!

Adam Pascal & Daphne Rubin-Vega to Appear on VH1's BIG MORNING BUZZ Tomorrow
by Nicole Rosky - April 3, 2012

For the first time in 5 years, RENT alums, Daphne Rubin-Vega (soon starring in A Streetcar Named Desire) and Adam Pascal (now starring in Memphis"), will reunite on television live. Catch Adam and Daphne recall their days in REN" and discuss their current projects on VH1's live, morning talk show "Big Morning Buzz Live" tomorrow morning at 10 AM/9c only on VH1.

A Streetcar Named Desire FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of A Streetcar Named Desire have there been?
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What Tony Awards has A Streetcar Named Desire been nominated for?
A Streetcar Named Desire has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Play. The nomination was for the work of Paul Tazewell.
What awards has A Streetcar Named Desire been nominated for?
A Streetcar Named Desire has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Blair Underwood.

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