Man of La Mancha at the Orlando Shakes.

Man of La Mancha will be featured in Orlando Shakespeare Theater from September 6 to October
8, 2017 in the Margeson Theater. Inspired by one of
the greatest novels in Western literature, the show
brings the audience into the world of the “mad knight” Don Quixote (Broadway veteran Davis Gaines) as
he pursues his quest for the impossible dream. The internationally acclaimed
musical is a glorious affirmation of the unyielding resilience of the human
spirit. Featuring the classic song “The Impossible Dream,” this timeless tale of love and adventure
continues Orlando Shakes’ streak of bringing the best of Broadway to the
intimate Margeson Theater.

“Right now, I feel
it’s more important than ever that we give our community hope and something to
believe in,” said Jim Helsinger, Artistic Director at Orlando Shakes. “Man
of La Mancha is more than just a classic Tony Award-winning
musical. It’s a reminder that the human spirit has an unyielding capacity for
hope and love, and no matter how dark the world may seem, it is the light of
our dreams that leads us on.”

A seven foot deep hole was opened in the center of the Marginson stage to allow for Scenic
Designer Jim Hunter‘scentral elevator stage structure and trap door entrance to the scenes. The decision to
move Man of La Mancha into in-the-round
seating came about as a solution to better meet the needs of audiences.
Transforming the Margeson Theater into in-the-round seating will create an
additional 69 seats, for a total of 390 tickets eligible to be sold per
performance. It will also create a unique live theater environment that is
rarely experienced in Central Florida.

“Musicals
in-the-round bring the audience a closer, more immersive experience,” said
Helsinger. “Live theater is always a special experience, but with this style of
seating, audiences will be able to feel like they are a part of the story
unfolding in front of them. They will be on the fields of La Mancha with Don
Quixote.”

Ticket Information

PRICING

Wednesdays – Saturdays
at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. – $35, $50, $65

Preview Performances and
Senior Matinees – $18, $25, $33

Performance
Information and Related Events

Preview Dates: September 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Opening Date: September 8 at
7:30 p.m.

Senior Matinees: September 13; 20;
27; and October 4 at 2 p.m.

Talk Back Performance: September 24 at 2
p.m.