The Glass Menagerie at Brisbane Arts Theatre

More than 70 years after its Broadway opening, The Glass Menagerie continues to captivate and overwhelm audiences around the world with its intricate style and unforgettable storytelling.

A domineering mother, a daughter lost in a world of her own, and a son desperate to leave. Former southern belle Amanda Wingfield enlists the help of her son, Tom, to find a husband for her fragile daughter. But will the 'gentleman caller' fulfil or shatter the family's delicate dreams?

The Glass Menagerie tells the story of a family through the memories of Tom, laying bare emotional ties revealing that while memories may warm you, they may also tear you apart.

Authors

• Tennessee Williams

Tony Awards and Nominations for The Glass Menagerie