Pullman, WA : OCT 3rd — The timeless tale of idealism, hope, and the power of imagination comes alive as Man of La Mancha takes the stage at the Regional Theatre of the Palouse (RTOP) from October 16 through 26, 2025.
Based on Miguel de Cervantes’ 17th century masterpiece Don Quixote, Man of La Mancha is one of Broadway’s most enduring and powerful musicals. With book by Dale Wasserman, music by Mitch Leigh, and lyrics by Joe Darion, the production originally opened on Broadway in 1965 and ran for over 2,300 performances, winning five Tony Awards including Best Musical!
Man of La Mancha presents Cervantes’ tale as a play-within-a-play, performed by the author and his fellow prisoners as he awaits a hearing before the Spanish Inquisition. The story follows the adventures of the “mad” knight Don Quixote as he pursues his quest, battles windmills, and transforms a serving wench into the beautiful and virtuous lady Dulcinea.
The musical features some of theater’s most memorable songs, including “The Impossible Dream,” “Dulcinea,” and “Man of La Mancha (I, Don Quixote),” which have become treasured standards in the American songbook.
“Man of La Mancha speaks to the dreamer in all of us,” says Michael Todd, director of the production. “In a world that often feels cynical, Quixote’s unwavering optimism and determination to see beauty where others see only despair makes this show as relevant today as it was when it first premiered. It reminds us of the transformative power of hope.”
RTOP’s performance of Man of La Mancha is directed by theatre professional and Palouse native Michael Todd. Community board member Tina McClure is musical director. California resident Andres Felipe is the choreographer. Costume design by John Rich.
MAN OF LA MANCHA : OCT. 16-26, 2025
Matinees at 1:30 PM; evening performances at 7:30 PM
BUY TICKETS NOW AT:
Box Office: Open Monday – Friday from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N Grand Ave, Pullman WA 99163
Online: https://www.onthestage.tickets/regional-theatre-of-the-palouse/individual-tickets
Phone: 509-334-0750
GENERAL ADMISSION: $30.00-$35.00
Group sales and Student tickets also available.
ABOUT RTOP
Regional Theatre Of the Palouse (RTOP) began life in 2007. It is the first theatre to open in Pullman’s historic downtown since 1927. RTOPs construction revealed the hidden potential of the historic Downen Building located at 122 North Grand Avenue.
RTOP is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, Our mission is to promote the arts and art education through quality theatre. Since 2007, we have produced 78 Broadway classics, revivals, premieres, and award-winning shows. We also offer performing arts workshops, summer musical theatre camps, voice lessons, and acting classes.
