Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf: A Parody
Created by Tim Ryder and Tim Sniffen
Written by Tim Sniffen
Directed by Stuart Carden and Artistic Director Michael Halberstam
About the Play
When a mysterious invitation brings Blanche DuBois back to New Orleans, she finds herself once again face-to-face with the smoldering Stanley Kowalski. They are soon joined by luckless salesman Willy Loman and hard-drinking, hard-fighting couple George and Martha, and suddenly all bets are off. Add a folksy Stage Manager and the comic genius of The Second City team, and the question quickly becomes: Will the American theatre ever be the same?
Co-directed by Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Stuart Carden, this deliciously satirical mash-up of A Streetcar Named Desire, Death of a Salesman, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and Our Town opens the Gillian Theatre with a tongue-in-cheek salute to celebrated icons of American drama.
Contains strong language and adult themes. Intended for mature audiences.
Showtimes
Evenings
Tuesdays – Saturdays 7:30pm
Sundays 6:00pm
Matinees
Saturdays 3:00pm
Sundays 2:00pm
select Wednesdays at 3:00pm
- This is a reserved seating venue. Doors to the performance space will open approximately 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the performance.
- Latecomers and patrons who exit during the performance will be re-seated at the discretion of the House Manager.
- For performances listed as “Sold Out,” contact the Box Office for more information about our standby and wait lists as well as for assistance locating currently available dates and times.
Meet the Artists
 |
Jennifer Engstrom (Blanche DuBois) |
 |
Sean Fortunato (The Stage Manager) |
 |
Marc Grapey (Willy Loman) |
 |
John Hoogenakker (George through 7/17) |
 |
Michael Perez (Stanley Kowalski) |
 |
Karen Janes Woditsch (Martha) |
 |
Greg Matthew Anderson |
 |
Keith Kupferer (Willy Loman starting 8/2) |
 |
Ron Rains (u/s George/Willy Loman) |
 |
Elaine Rivkin |
 |
Steve Wojtas (u/s Stanley Kowalski/The Stage Manager) |
Tim Ryder (Co-Creator)
Tim Sniffen (Co-Creator & Writer)
Michael Halberstam & Stuart Carden (Directors)
J. Cody Spellman (Assistant Director)
Rebecca Pechter (Stage Manager)
Mallory Bass (Assistant Stage Manager)
Linda Buchanan (Scenic Designer)
Jenny Mannis (Costume Designer)
Jesse Klug (Lighting Designer)
Josh Horvath (Sound Designer)
Reviews
“So cleverly written, weaving together storylines, characters and relationships to create a fun spoof of these famous plays."
Audience Member
“Highly Recommended! 65 perfect minutes of pure fun…
performed by [some] of Chicago’s A-list actors.”
Chicago Sun-Times
“Hysterical! The writing was tremendous!”
Audience Member
“This is the funniest play ever written. For anyone in any aspect of theater, for anyone who has a season subscription anywhere, for all American high school drama students."
Third Coast Review
“****! First-rate stagecraft and a first-tier acting ensemble from Writers;
sly, topical humor and breakneck pacing from Second City.”
Daily Herald
“A slick, funny…mashup of epic proportions!”
Newcity
“****! This smart send-up is a multilayered treat!”
Timeout Chicago
“*****!
A flawless, laugh-a-minute parody.”
Around the Town Chicago
“A wonderful tongue-in-cheek salute
to celebrated icons of American drama. Don’t miss it!”
LA Splash
“****! Get ready for what may be the most laugh-filled 65 minutes
you've ever spent in a theatre.”
Chicago Now
“Highly Recommended! A brilliantly funny parody.”
Chicago Theatre Review
“Highly Recommended! A brilliant six-member ensemble of veteran actors who know these plays well enough to clearly delight in a chance to have fun with them.”
Chicago Critic
“This one-act, 70-minute juggernaut is a non-stop laugh riot,
with pacing so relentless, there’s barely enough time to catch your breath."
Performink
“****!”
Examiner
Special Events
Save the dates now for these special events!
Accessible Performances
ASL-Interpreted performance: Thursday, July 14th at 7:30pm
Open-Captioned performance: Friday, July 15th at 7:30pm
Post-Show Conversation: The Artist
Join us after every Wednesday evening performance (excluding previews) for a 15-minute talk-back featuring actors from the production, facilitated by a member of the WT Artistic Team.
Post-Show Conversation: The Word
Join us after every Tuesday evening performance (excluding previews) for a 15-minute discussion of the play, facilitated by a member of the WT Artistic Team.
Sunday Spotlight
Sunday, June 19, 2016
Sunday Spotlight is our exclusive series offering audiences access to the finest speakers, academics and cultural leaders. For Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf: A Parody, Matt Hovde, the Artistic Director of The Second City training center, will discuss with Writers Theatre Literary Manager Bobby Kennedy the philosophies and methods employed by the legendary institution to craft a successful comedy show. RSVP required.
The Making of... Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf: A Parody
Monday, June 27, 2016 at 6:30pm
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the shows you love?
Literary Manager Bobby Kennedy will lead a 1-hour conversation and question-and-answer session with Costume Supervisor Emily Waecker. Emily will talk about how she works with our designers to bring their costume sketches to life on stage, and what it’s like to finally have a proper costume shop in WT’s new theatre center. RSVP required.
From Page to Stage Series
This series of events is a collaboration between WT and select North Shore libraries designed to enhance and enrich your appreciation of one WT production each season. All events are free and open to the public.
View event details & RSVP >>
DEATH OF A STREETCAR NAMED VIRGINIA WOOLF: A PARODY Production Photos
DEATH OF A STREETCAR NAMED VIRGINIA WOOLF: A PARODY - Cast Interview
DEATH OF A STREETCAR NAMED VIRGINIA WOOLF: A PARODY First Rehearsal
DEATH OF A STREETCAR NAMED VIRGINIA WOOLF: A PARODY - Setting the Scene
DEATH OF A STREETCAR NAMED VIRGINIA WOOLF: A PARODY - What Can I Do?
Sponsored By
© 2024 Writers Theatre