Blanche DuBois, the tragic heroine of Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize drama A Streetcar Named Desire, is a much sought-after and much-prized role. Jessica Tandy originated the role on Broadway in 1947, winning a Tony Award for her performance, and Vivien Leigh won the Oscar for the 1951 film version. The list of their successors, most of whom also garnered awards, includes Jessica Lange, Ann-Margret, Faye Dunaway, Glenn Close, Geraldine Page, Rachel Weisz and Gillian Anderson. Read More