A Streetcar Named Desire

Iconic. Essential. Electric.
Part of Ensemble Theatre Company’s 2026 Festival: Bloodlines.

A cornerstone of 20th Century theatre, A Streetcar Named Desire traces the unraveling of Blanche DuBois as she arrives in New Orleans to take shelter with her sister Stella and brother-in-law Stanley. Clashing realities, desire, and delusion collide in this emotionally charged drama, revealing the fragility of identity and the harshness of truth in a changing world.

In turbulent and uncertain times, this iconic play could not be more prescient as we witness a family moving towards new identities and fighting for their vision of the American Dream. Tennessee Williams’ play is a portrait of a woman caught between the demons of her past and prospect of a new life.

Talkback performance July 12 after the 2:00 pm performance.
Join us for brunch time performances before mati

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : $35/$25

Regular: $35.
Student/Senior/Arts Worker tickets: $25.
Preview: PWYC

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Email: thelindsaynelson@gmail.com

Date: Thursday July 9, 2026 to Saturday July 18, 2026

July 9, 7:30 pm (Preview)
July 11, 7:30 pm (Opening)
July 12, 2:00 pm
**Performance followed by a talkback
July 14, 3:00 pm
July 16, 7:30 pm
July 18, 7:30 pm (Closing)

Venue & Address

Jericho Arts Centre, 1675 Discovery St, Vancouver

Wheelchair accessible