Synopsis

A unique production of Tennessee Williams’ classic “memory play” featuring an all African-American cast. Delicately weaving truth and imagination, The Glass Menagerie centers on the Wingfield family in Depression-era St. Louis: Tom, an aspiring poet who spends his days in a warehouse, eager to start out on his own life’s journey; his overbearing mother Amanda who yearns for the glamour of the past and his incredibly shy sister, who dreams of a brighter future and a happiness that seems just out of reach.

Ensemble member Yasen Peyankov appeared in Steppenwolf’s 2007-2008 season production of Superior Donuts, a world premiere play by Pulitzer Prize-winning ensemble member Tracy Letts. He is co-founder of Chicago’s European Repertory Theatre and an Associate Professor and Director of Theatre Studies at the Performing Arts Department at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Running Time

Running Time: 2 hours 10 minutes, including 1 Intermission

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Watch & Listen

Cast & Artists

The Artists

Reviews

"Compelling...there's an uncommon spark, freshness and vitality to this production."
-Chicago Tribune

"Magnificent...one of the subtlest and smartest productions of Tennessee Williams I’ve seen"
-Newcity

"Earnest, powerful"
-Daily Herald

"Truly poignant moments"
-TimeOut Chicago

Program Articles

My American Dream

Last fall, students who attended our production of The Glass Menagerie were given the opportunity to write an essay on their interpretation of The American Dream.

Running Time

Running Time: 2 hours 10 minutes, including 1 Intermission

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Sponsors

Corporate support for The Glass Menagerie