A Streetcar Named Desire

"A Streetcar Named Desire" is a play by Tennessee Williams that explores themes of desire, mental health, and social class. It follows Blanche DuBois, a fragile, outspoken woman who moves in with her sister, Stella, and her brother-in-law, Stanley Kowalski, in New Orleans. Conflicts arise due to Blanche's troubled past and Stanley's raw, pragmatic nature. The play examines the clash between idealism and reality, as well as the struggles of women in a patriarchal society. Its powerful characters and emotional depth have made it a significant work in American theatre.