1.2.3

Setting

Test yourself

Setting for A Streetcar Named Desire

A Streetcar Named Desire is set sometime around 1947 in the city of New Orleans, in Louisiana in the United States of America. The action takes places at Elysian Fields.

Illustrative background for Macro settingsIllustrative background for Macro settings ?? "content

Macro settings

  • New Orleans French Quarter and its streets.
  • The town of Laurel, Mississippi.
  • The residence of Belle Reve.
Illustrative background for Micro settingsIllustrative background for Micro settings ?? "content

Micro settings

  • Stella and Stanley’s apartment in Elysian Fields.
  • The street outside.
  • The courtyard.
  • The apartment above holding the Eunice and Steve Hubbel.

Jump to other topics

1Context & Overview

2Scene Summaries

3Character Profiles

4Key Ideas

5Writing Techniques

6Critical Debates

7Ideas About Tragedy

Go student ad image

Unlock your full potential with GoStudent tutoring

  • Affordable 1:1 tutoring from the comfort of your home

  • Tutors are matched to your specific learning needs

  • 30+ school subjects covered

Book a free trial lesson