If you’ve ever felt scared about going to the dentist, “Doctor De Soto” is the story for you. The lovable 1982 children’s book by William Steig, is a tale of a mouse dentist who’s more nervous about his patients than they are about him – no wonder, given that some might be inclined to eat mice.
Now adapted for the stage by playwright Idris Goodwin, “Doctor De Soto” will be on the Hertz Stage at the Alliance Theatre, Jan. 18 – March 2. The play is directed by Mark Valdez, who recently joined Lois Reitzes on “City Lights” to share more about this fresh adaptation of the animal kingdom’s bravest dentist.
Valdez described the adaptation as a fresh take on the classic tale with some creative updates. “We’ve introduced Young De Soto, the couple’s child, who takes center stage in this version,” Valdez explained. “It allows young audiences to see themselves in the story and go on a journey of moral courage and compassion.”
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