Context Flashcards
When was Streetcar written?
1947
Who was Stanley meant to subtly convey in the play?
Who Williams’ wanted to be, the stereotypical, heterosexual, “manly”, attractive man that had an easy life.
Also perhaps Williams’ father as they were both mean and obnoxious men, known for tormenting anyone in-superior to them.
Who was Allan meant to subtly convey in the play?
Williams’ himself, a “closet” homosexual as it was illegal and highly frowned upon in the 1940’s. Allan also implied the self-hatred Williams had for himself.
What is the context behind the title of the play?
Much of the pathos found in Williams’s drama was mined from the playwright’s own life. Alcoholism, depression, thwarted desire, loneliness, and insanity were all part of Williams’s world.