The article reviews a production of Tennessee Williams' 'A Streetcar Named Desire' set against a historically rich backdrop of 1940s New Orleans, despite the actual cold weather. The setting enhances Blanche DuBois's narrative arc as she confronts her sister Stella and the challenges posed by her brother-in-law Stanley. Blanche's descent into despair amidst the struggles of life and desire is a focal point, showcasing themes of genteel decline. The performance's power dynamics shift between Blanche and Stanley, echoing the iconic nature of the play within American culture.
"Amidst the bright and versatile set design of Imago Theatre, Southern belle-fatale Blanche DuBois appears, journeying from desire to a metaphorical afterlife."
"The power of the performance always seems to come from Stanley, with Bersohn handling his role's shifting temperaments deftly, keeping a suffocating intensity throughout."
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