Man of La Mancha

Arts Express Theatre - Mainstage / Oct 23, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026

About the Show

Bold, theatrical, and timelessly relevant, Man of La Mancha is a masterwork of musical theatre that explores the thin line between reality and illusion. Set in the dungeons of the Spanish Inquisition, playwright and tax collector Miguel de Cervantes mounts a passionate defense of his life’s work by transforming his fellow prisoners into the characters from the beloved story of Don Quixote. With its stirring score - including the iconic anthem “The Impossible Dream” - and its powerful message of courage, hope, and unyielding idealism, Man of La Mancha challenges us to see the world not as it is, but as it should be.

PG-13. Mature themes, including sexual assault and violence, themes of madness, suicide, and religious persecution, lewd comments towards Aldonza.

Credits

Written by Dale Wasserman;

Music by Mitch Leigh; Lyrics by Joe Darion

Original Production Directed by Albert Marre

This show is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.www.concordtheatricals.com

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Important Information:

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- Lobby opens one hour before each performance. Seating begins 30 minutes before each performance. Ample complementary parking.

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- No refunds. Exchanges with 24-hour or more notice only.

Show & Ticketing Details:

Please Note: Due to Halloween, there will only be one show on 10/31 at 2:00 pm. The replacement show will be on Sunday, 11/8 at 7:00 pm

At Arts Express Theatre, we pride ourselves in making our productions accessible and enjoyable for all patrons. Your party (no matter the size) will receive it's own table, which can adjust based on your specific needs.The layout of theatre seating may change slightly on a show-by-show basis, but always follows a basic pattern. The A Row provides premium seating that is closest to the stage, with a maximum of 4 guests per table. The B & C Row Tables are standard-height tables, accomodating a maximum of 6 guests. D Row Tables (High-Top) feature "bar height'" tables and chairs with a maximum of 4 guests per table. E Row Tables are located on the first row of the mezzanine, with two-top tables that are accessible by stairs. Row F is the second level of the mezzanine and is accessible using stairs or our ADA Compliant Ramp, with standard-height tables, seating up 6 guests each. The G Row of the mezzanine, is the highest available seating in our theatre. It is accessible by stairs and offers seating for up to 6 guests per table.