11th Annual Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis

The 11th Annual Tennessee Williams Festival will take place September 17–27, 2026, featuring a production of Appropriate, the Tony Award-winning play by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, presented at COCA – Center of Creative Arts. Festival attendees can also enjoy guided walking tours of the Central West End, scholarly panel discussions, signature pool parties, special performances, and other unique events that celebrate both Tennessee Williams’ legacy and the vibrant arts community of St. Louis. TWStL has become a nationally recognized cultural institution, bringing together artists, scholars, students, and audiences from across the country to experience theatre, literature, and community in meaningful and engaging ways.