The Glass Menagerie

January 15, 2027 — January 24, 2027

Carver Studio

  • Synopsis
  • Show Dates & Info

Tennessee Williams’ celebrated autobiographical memory play offers a moving look into the lives of a struggling American family, blending tenderness, beauty, and emotional depth. This unforgettable play captures the fragile line between hope and heartbreak.

Set in St. Louis during the Great Depression, this powerful play follows Tom Wingfield, a young man struggling between family duty and his desire for freedom. As his mother, Amanda Wingfield, pushes him to find a gentleman caller for his shy sister, Laura Wingfield, an unexpected dinner guest, Jim O’Connor; sets the stage for an evening that changes everything. A celebrated classic of modern theatre, this unforgettable story explores dreams, family, and the search for escape.

By Tennessee Williams

THE GLASS MENAGERIE is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)

  • Audition Workshop: 10/17/26
  • Auditions: 10/25/26 & 10/27/26
  • 1st Rehearsal: 11/16/26

This production is performed in 2 acts with a 15-minute intermission. 

This production may include water-based haze. 

Performance Dates 

  • Friday, January 15, 2027, at 7:30 PM 
  • Saturday, January 16, 2027, at 7:30 PM (ASL Interpreted & Audio Description Services Available) 
  • Sunday, January 17, 2027, at 2:00 PM 
  • Friday, January 22, 2027, at 7:30 PM 
  • Saturday, January 23, 2027, at 7:30 PM 
  • Sunday, January 24, 2027, at 2:00 PM 

Venue 

Carver Studio
426 S. Park Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 

Seating 

All performances in the Carver Studio are general admission seating. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each performance. 

Please let us know of any special needs or requests you may have in advance, and we’ll do everything we can to help you. Our goal is to provide you with the most enjoyable theatre-going experience possible. 

Parking 

Street parking is available for free after 5:00 PM on weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday. For further assistance with parking please contact the box office at 269.343.1313. 

The Kalamazoo Civic Theatre does not rate subject matter as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have questions about content, age appropriateness, or other aspects of the show (ie strobe lights and other theatrical effects), please contact the box office at 269.343.1313.Â