Symbolism and Imagery

Williams employs a variety of symbolism and imagery throughout the play.

Locate the following symbols in the play. What might they suggest:

• The glass menagerie
• The unicorn
• prince charming’s kiss
• The little silver slipper of a moon

Christian Imagery in the Play

Discuss the significance of the following three features:

The lighting for Laura should resemble that “used in early religious portraits of female saints or madonnas.”

The scene where Tom tells his mother that a Gentleman Caller will appear Williams entitles “Annunciation.”

The dressing of Laura for the Caller’s appearance should be “devout and ritualistic.”

For a more detailed look, try this article by R. Stein.

Image: ‘Unicorn Glass Miniature‘