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"Don Quixote de la Mancha": A 7th Grade Production
"Don Quixote de la Mancha": A 7th Grade Production
Posted March 26, 2026
San Antonio Academy's 7th-grade students transported audiences to 17th-century Spain with their lively production of Miguel de Cervantes' classic novel, "Don Quixote." From the moment guests were welcomed to La Mancha, Ellison Hall came alive with the imaginative world of knights, loyal squires, and "giant monsters" that looked strikingly like windmills.
The story followed Alonso Quijano, whose love of chivalric tales led him to reinvent himself as the daring Don Quixote. Joined by his humorous and ever-hungry companion, Sancho Panza, the duo embarked on a series of adventures where imagination often blurred the line between fantasy and reality.
Performed entirely in Spanish, the 7th grade's production showcased students’ command of the foreign language as well as The Academy's strong emphasis on public speaking. Through expressive physical theater—using movement, facial expressions, and tone—the cast conveyed both the heart of Quixote and the humor of Sancho in a way that all audience members could enjoy.
The program opened with a special performance by 4th-grade students, who sang “The Impossible Dream” from the Broadway musical "Man of La Mancha."
A special thank you to Prof. Pinette, SAA's 7th Grade Spanish Teacher, for guiding and inspiring students throughout this unforgettable production.
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