The Glass Menagerie

premier SPONSOR: hewitt family fund

Tennessee Williams' Tony Award-winning timeless American classic, The Glass Menagerie, invites audiences into the fragile world of the Wingfield family, where dreams and reality intertwine in a tender dance. Set against the backdrop of a small apartment in St. Louis during the 1930s, the play delves into the lives of Amanda Wingfield and her two adult children, Tom and Laura. Amanda, a faded Southern belle, longs for a brighter future for her children while grappling with the challenges of the present. Tom, a frustrated dreamer and poet, seeks escape from the monotony of his job and the responsibility of caring for his delicate sister Laura, who finds solace in her collection of glass figurines. As the family confronts the harsh realities of their existence, The Glass Menagerie weaves a poignant and introspective drama that explores themes of memory, illusion, and the fragile nature of familial ties. With its rich characters and hauntingly beautiful narrative, this classic play remains a powerful and resonant exploration of the complexities of the human experience that has entranced audiences for generations.
 
The Glass Menagerie is recommended for ages 12 and up. For guidance on whether a show is appropriate for your party we urge you to consult our Content Guides, available here.

PNC Pay-As-You-Please performance for The Glass Menagerie is February 26. These special ticket sales are only available online 24-hours prior to the performance. Click here for more details!  
 
ASL accessible performance is February 28 and there will be ASL interpreters on stage. ASL-interpreted performances are funded in part by The Wiles Fund for the Future and the South Carolina Arts Commission which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.