Man of La Mancha

Musical Theater West presents Man of La Mancha as part of its 2026 season, The Season of Dreams, which promises to transport you through unforgettable stories of hope, family, ambition, and adventure.

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.

Performances will be held at The Carpenter Performing Arts Center. For showtimes and more information, visit musical.org or call (562) 856-1999.