The Yard Theatre has announced the full casting for their upcoming production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie. This new staging, directed by Founder and Artistic Director Jay Miller, marks a significant milestone in the theatre’s evolution as it prepares to move to a new purpose-built venue.
Sharon Small, known for her roles in Nye, Good, and Nightsleeper, will take on the role of Amanda Wingfield. Tom Varey, recognized for his performances in Hamnet and A Taste of Honey, will portray Tom Wingfield. Eva Morgan and Jad Sayegh will make their professional stage debuts as Laura Wingfield and Jim O’Connor, respectively. This casting choice underscores The Yard’s longstanding commitment to nurturing emerging talent and providing crucial early-career opportunities.
The creative team behind this production includes Jay Miller as Director, Cécile Trémolières as Set Designer, and Lambdog1066 as Costume Designer. Josh Anio Grigg will serve as Composer & Sound Designer, with Sung Im Her as Movement Director. Arthur Carrington takes on the role of Casting Director, while Edward Hilsum joins as Illusion Designer. Erin Guan rounds out the team as Set and Costume Assistant.
The Glass Menagerie tells the story of the Wingfield family, centering on a pivotal evening when a special dinner guest arrives. The play explores themes of memory, family dynamics, and the fragility of human connections. As Tom Wingfield observes his mother and sister through a window, the audience is drawn into a world where dreams and reality collide, and the potential for change hangs in the balance.
This production holds particular significance for The Yard Theatre, as it will be the final show in their current space before construction begins on their new venue, set to open in 2026. The staging of this classic play demonstrates the theatre’s growth and ambition, bridging their past achievements with future aspirations.
The Glass Menagerie at The Yard Theatre is made possible through the generous support of their Production Circle members. This new interpretation of Williams’ masterpiece promises to captivate audiences with its blend of established talent and fresh faces when it opens on December 15, 2023.
