Review: “Kowalski” at Lookingglass Theatre
The play "Kowalski" recently premiered at Chicago's Lookingglass Theatre. It explores the 1947 collaboration between actor Marlon Brando and playwright Tennessee Williams during the development of "A Streetcar Named Desire." The production examines the history and creative lore behind the iconic Broadway play.
There’s a lot of lore underlying the play “Kowalski,” which opened this past weekend at the Lookingglass Theatre.In 1947, Marlon Brando was a 23-year-old stage actor yet to make his mark. Tennessee Williams, 36 at the time, was following up his first Broadway hit “The Glass Menagerie” with a new play, “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Green Room Newsletter You’re subscribed!Please check your inbox for your confirmation. Stay ahead of what’s hitting Chicago stages, galleries, museums and more with…
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