Diversity in the Theatre

Sica Dan

08 Sep 17 16:37

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I went along to see the current tour of the play 'A Streetcar named Desire' and was rather surprised to
see the role of Polak Stanley Kowalski played by a very tall black actor. I was puzzled as to why a black
actor would accept the role of a wife beater and rapist.

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Report Crisp77 • September 8, 2017 5:44 PM BST

Did they sing Life, oh life, oh life, oh life? If so it might have been 'A Streetcar named Des'ree'.

Report DIE LINKE • September 8, 2017 9:26 PM BST

Did you enjoy it, Sica Dan? Black was superb as Kowalski, Tosin Amore playing Mitch is also a very talented actor. Keep an eye out for those two. Blanche was also very good. Disappointed by Stella though.

Report Sica Dan • September 9, 2017 12:19 AM BST

Not really, I know its a classic but watching a woman's descent into madness makes for a depressing play and imo its far too long.I much preferred Scottish Ballet's interpretation,they even allowed Stanley to shout "Stella"

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