A Streetcar Named Desire
Music by André Previn
Libretto by Philip Littell
Based on the play by Tennessee Williams
Performed with the BLO Orchestra
A new co-production with Boston Lyric Opera and Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre
Thursday, November 5 | 7:30pm
Friday, November 6 | 7:30pm
Sunday, November 8 | 3:00pm
“Real? Who wants real?… I want magic!”
The sweltering heat of a New Orleans summer sets the tone for the simmering tensions that crackle and spark between the unforgettable characters of Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, set to André Previn’s luminous score. Magnetic but self-deluded Blanche DuBois leaves her Mississippi hometown and seeks shelter with her sister Stella and her husband Stanley. Clinging to a romanticized image of the past, she quickly finds herself at odds with the domineering Stanley, whose brutal realism clashes ruthlessly with her worldview. Cruelty, desire, illusion, and fear of change are on raw display as the resulting events send everyone involved careening toward destruction.
Daniela Candillari returns to BLO for the first time since conducting 2022’s award-winning cinematic opera Svadba. She joins forces with internationally famous singer, stage director, and arts leader Patricia Racette (BLO’s The Tales of Hoffmann, 1992) to helm this compelling production. Brittany Renee, Angela Yam, Thomas Glass, and Brenton Ryan head the cast of a lyrical, emotionally exposed work that demands honesty and vulnerability from its performers and audiences alike.
Blanche DuBois
Stella Kowalski
Stanley Kowalski
Harold Mitchell
Eunice Hubbell
Flower Seller
Steve Hubbell
Young Collector
Nurse
Doctor
Pablo
Conductor
Stage Director
Set Designer
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Projection Designer
Associate Stage Director
Accessibility: ArtsEmerson’s theaters are wheelchair accessible. Please select wheelchair Accessible seating online or request wheelchair accessible locations when ordering tickets over the phone or in person.
Please note that at the Emerson Cutler Majestic wheelchair accessible locations are only located on the Orchestra level as this historic venue does not have an elevator to serve upper floors.
See more at the ArtsEmerson Accessibility Page to learn more about accessible seating, service animal policy, assistive listening devices, and more. If you have questions about accessibility in the venue, please contact our Audience Services team so that we may best assist you at 617.542.6772 or boxoffice@blo.org.
Restrooms: Wheelchair accessible public restrooms are available at the venue.
Amenities: Food and beverages will be available for purchase before the performance and during intermission.
Coat Check: Coat and bag check availability may vary by performance. We encourage guests to travel light when possible.
About the Venue: A cornerstone of Boston’s Theater District, the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre is one of the city’s most historic performance venues. Its grand architecture and intimate theatrical atmosphere make it an iconic setting for Boston Lyric Opera.
Public Transportation
The Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre is within walking distance of several MBTA stations:
- Boylston (Green Line)
- Chinatown (Orange Line)
- Arlington (Green Line)
- Park Street (Red and Green Lines)
Driving Directions
From the North:
- Take I-93 South toward Boston
- Take Exit 26 for Storrow Drive
- Follow signs for the Theater District / Cambridge Street
- Merge onto Cambridge Street toward the Theater District
- Turn right onto Tremont Street
- The Cutler Majestic Theatre will be on your left at 219 Tremont Street
From the South:
- Take I-93 North toward Boston
- Take Exit 20 toward I-90 / South Station
- Follow signs for Chinatown / Downtown Boston
- Continue along Kneeland Street and turn left onto Washington Street
- Turn right onto Tremont Street
- The Cutler Majestic Theatre will be on your left at 219 Tremont Street
From the Mass Pike:
- Take Exit 24 for Prudential Center / Copley Square
- Follow signs toward Downtown Boston / Theater District
- Continue on Stuart Street eastbound, then turn left onto Tremont Street
- The Cutler Majestic Theatre will be on the left at 219 Tremont Street
Parking
200 Stuart St. Parking Garage
Advanced online booking available.
Boston Common Parking Garage
0 Charles Street
Located a short walk from the theater.
47 Boylston Street Garage
47 Boylston Street
SpotHero
Additional nearby parking options may be available throughout the Theater District.
BLO is not affiliated with these parking options, and parking rates and availability are subject to change. Please check directly with each parking provider before your visit.
Nearby Restaurants:
- Ostra – Upscale Mediterranean seafood, perfect for a refined pre-show dinner.
- Shojo – Bold Asian fusion and craft cocktails in a lively setting.
- Yvonne’s – A modern supper club with inventive small plates and a vibrant atmosphere.
- The Tam – A classic Boston dive for a quick, casual bite or drink.
- jm Curley – Elevated comfort food and cocktails just steps from the theater.
- Legal Sea Foods – A Boston staple for classic New England seafood.
Things to Do:
- Boston Common – America’s oldest public park, just a short walk away.
- Boston Public Garden – A scenic stroll featuring the iconic Swan Boats.
- Freedom Trail – Explore historic Boston landmarks along this famous walking route.
- Downtown Crossing – Shopping, street performers, and city energy at your doorstep.
- Wang Theatre – One of Boston’s grandest performance venues, located nearby.
Whether you’re planning a full evening out or a quick stop before curtain, Boston’s Theater District offers a dynamic mix of dining, culture, and city life just steps from the Cutler Majestic Theatre.
If you need any assistance or have any questions, please reach out to us at boxoffice@blo.org.