My intention with this work is rather quixotic. I was drawn to the idea of portraying Dulcinea del Toboso because we have (almost) the same name. That was what compelled me to read Don Quixote, and though surprised by the absence of Dulcinea as a fully eshed character, I was astonished by the timeless brilliance of this book.

By giving voice to Dulcinea del Toboso, I am hoping to open hearts and minds to another view in the mirror; one which speaks for those who barely survived written history and who’s vestiges can be traced mostly through imagery, those who didn’t shape today’s mainstream religious attitudes.

Addressing religious attitudes is a risky endeavor! When people ask me how I find the courage to do so, I can only quote the prophetic Woody Allen (peace be upon him): “I was born into the Hebrew persuasion, but I converted to Narcissism.”

Though clearly very personal, this work is a joint effort on every level, with a dedicated and surprisingly talented crew, and the extraordinary direction of Alice Ronfard. Whether or not you have read Don Quixote, I hope you will leave this performance red up with his (and Dulcinea’s) message of hope.