“The spiraling Blanche Dubois gasps “I don’t want realism. I want magic!” Under the bold direction of Rob Lutfy, Backyard Renaissance Theatre’s production of Tennessee Williams’ greatest work has both.” 
-David L. Coddon, Stage West

“With ghostly music, poetic visuals, and achingly poignant performances, this production transforms Blanche DuBois’ descent into madness into something mythic. In the end, Lutfy’s “A Streetcar Named Desire” doesn’t just tell us Blanche’s story. It haunts us with it. And like the best ghost stories, it lingers long after the final blackout.”

-Erin Marie Reiter, Broadway World

“Simply put, the production is outstanding.”

-Makayla Hoppe,  To See or Not to See

Cast: Jessica John, Francis Gercke, Megan Carmitchel, MJ Sieber, Dianne Yvette, Layth Haddad, Markuz Rodriguez, Faith Carrion, William Huffaker 

Production: Lights: Curtis Mueller, Set: Yi-Chien Lee, Costumes: Hannah Meade, Sound Design: Evan Eason and Steven Leffue, Original Music: Steven Leffue, Props: Jeffrey Neitzel, Anna Younce (stage manager)

Backyard Renaissance. San Diego, CA. 2025