Don Quixote and Cervantes | Musical Theatre West | Feb 9 (FREE EVENT!)

In the Spanish-speaking world, Don Quixote holds a cultural place similar to Shakespeare in English literature.

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In this engaging presentation, Luke explores why this story has endured for centuries and how Man of La Mancha uniquely fuses the life of Miguel de Cervantes with the adventures of his legendary hero.

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Featuring more than 200 images, iconic film clips, and excerpts from Don Quixote’s reflections on freedom, leadership, and imagination, this lecture sheds light on the musical and makes it even more rewarding to experience.

Luke’s connection to the story is also deeply personal, passed from his grandfather to his mother, from his mother to him, and from him to his children. As he coften reminds audiences, when the world feels overwhelming, the theatre is often where we rediscover hope.

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