Award-winning and critically acclaimed director Atri Banerjee returns to the Royal Exchange Theatre with his fresh retelling of The Glass Menagerie - the play that launched Tennessee Williams’ career, marking him out as one of the most celebrated playwrights of the 20th Century.
Originally programmed for 2020 and postponed due to the pandemic, this contemporary production brings all four original cast, Geraldine Somerville, Rhiannon Clements, Joshua James and Eloka Ivo as it runs from September 2 until 8 October.
Tennessee Williams’ semi-autobiographical memory play pulls apart the complex dynamics of an oppressive family life, and shows how unpredictable, painful and volatile memory can be. Tom recalls his mother Amanda, his sister Laura and the overwhelming responsibility of family ties that bind you for life.
