A Streetcar Named Desire
Experience Tennessee Williams’ American classic as a richly lyrical, blues-infused grand opera.
- VIC
- Jun – Jul 2027
- 2 hours & 45 mins
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About
Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire remains one of the greatest American plays of the twentieth century.
The story of a faded Southern belle caught between a grand vision of herself and the harsh realities of life has resonated through popular culture for decades. First staged in 1947, Williams’ masterpiece is continually revived, while its screen adaptations have become iconic, from Marlon Brando’s definitive Stanley Kowalski to Cate Blanchett’s unforgettable portrayal of a similarly fractured heroine in Blue Jasmine.
In his operatic adaptation, André Previn brings the blues-infused atmosphere of New Orleans vividly to life, drawing out the story’s innate musicality. Richly lyrical and deeply affecting, the score illuminates Blanche’s fragile self-image and desperate longing for beauty and escape, set against the brutal force of an emerging modern world.
Celebrated soprano Antoinette Halloran is set to deliver a tour-de-force performance as Blanche DuBois, joined by a powerhouse cast including Samuel Dundas as the thuggish Stanley, Alessia Pintabona as Blanche’s younger sister, Stella, and Alexander Lewis as Blanche’s possible love interest and saviour, Mitch.
Director Dean Bryant returns to Victorian Opera following his acclaimed production of Candide, with conductor Brett Weymark leading Orchestra Victoria.
Venue
Palais Theatre
Lower Esplanade, St Kilda, VIC, 3182
Palais Theatre is a restored live-performance venue on St Kilda’s Lower Esplanade, next to Luna Park. Known as a home for live music, its auditorium also welcomes comedy, family entertainment and orchestral performances, placing audiences close to the foreshore and the heart of St Kilda.
Getting there
Tram: Routes 16, 96 and weekend route 3a stop at Luna Park/The Esplanade, Stop 138, about a one-minute walk away.
Bus: Routes 246, 600, 922 and 923 stop within a short walk of the theatre.
Car: St Kilda Triangle Car Park on Marine Parade is the venue’s closest listed option, about a one-minute walk away. Most local parking is paid.
Accessibility
The Lower Esplanade entrance and route to the front of the Ground Level auditorium are step-free. Accessible seating is provided in Stalls Rows AA and WW and Lounge Row D; a lift reaches Level 1, with accessible toilets on both levels. Book accessible tickets online through Ticketmaster or call 1300 446 925. Companion Cards are accepted, and assistance animals are welcome.
Access arrangements can change, so please confirm with the venue before you go.
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