Tramlijn Begeerte is a top classic from the Amerikaanse Realisme. It tackles some of the most unpleasant social and psychological themes: Narcissism, alcohol addiction, domestic violence, and rape.
Yet it is one of the most performed and beloved plays in the theater.
Precisely because it is so truthful. Because all roles are such a challenge for actors, who can shine through the lifelike dialogues and characterizations.
Because of the emotions, which descend like whirlwinds on the stage.
And because of the final chord, brutal and heartbreaking.
The play is 75 years old.
And still a contemporary cry from the heart.
A classic, then.
CREDITS
Original text: Tennessee Williams (a streetcar named Desire)
Translation: Janine Brogten
Regie: Koen Van Impe
Spel: Kevin Janssens, Clara Cleymans, Evelien Bosmans, Ben Segers, Sandrine Van Handenhoven, Yemi Oduwale, Ann De Winne, Rino Sokol, Leo de Clippeleir, Flora Van Canneyt
Decor: Saskia Lauwaard
Kostuums: Marie Dries
Art director: Tom Boute
Fotografie: Lieven Dirckx
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