Fiddler on the Roof 1964 - Articles Page 7

Ages: 8+
Opened: September 22, 1964
Closing: July 02, 1972

Fiddler on the Roof - 1964 - Broadway History , Info & More

Imperial Theatre (Broadway)
249 West 45th St. New York, NY

Based on Sholem Aleichem's Tevye stories


By permission of Arnold Perl

Based on the tales by Shalom Aleichem and set in Tzarist Russia in 1905, this touching musical tells the story of Tevye, a poor milkman, who must weigh his family's happiness against the traditions that have preserved a way of life in his village for centuries. His eldest daughters want to marry for love rather than an auspicious match, and outside political forces threaten everything he holds dear. The beloved score with a book by Joseph Stein, Music by Jerry Bock and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick celebrates 50 years in 2014.


Fiddler on the Roof - 1964 - Broadway Cast

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Israeli Film and TV Star Yehezkel Lazarov Will Lead FIDDLER ON THE ROOF on Tour
by Alan Henry - Sep 13, 2018


Casting has been announced for the North American tour of the Tony Award ® - nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof. A beloved theatrical classic from Tony-winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize-winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, Fiddler on the Roof is directed by Tony-Award winner Bartlett Sher (South Pacific, The King and I) and choreographed by the acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Turkey
by Alan Henry - Aug 3, 2018


BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production of Fiddler on the Roof coming to Istanbul August 7th! Check out production photos below!

VIDEO: Get A First Look At FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Turkey
by Alan Henry - Aug 3, 2018


BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production of Fiddler on the Roof coming to Istanbul August 7th! Check out the video below!

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jul 17, 2018


New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia spoke it fluently as did James Cagney. Barbara Streisand can converse, and Judy Garland sang in it. Last night the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene premiered Fiddler On The Roof in Yiddish directed by Joel Grey for a VIP Opening Night audience and Gala which honored Jeffrey S. Wisenfeld, Chairman of the Folksbiene.

BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Spotlight Theatre Auckland
by Monica Moore - Apr 22, 2018


The much-loved 1964 musical is a timely reminder that we are standing on the shoulders of those who came before us. Traveling back to Anatevka feels more familiar than expected. The music is wonderfully familiar and the all time popular 'Tradition', 'Matchmaker Matchmaker', 'If I were a Rich Man' and 'Sunrise, Sunset' to name but a few, will have you singing along. The orchestra is beautiful and pays homage to the much loved music. Musical Director Edwin Randall is indeed a supreme maestro.

Creative Team Announced for Joel Grey-Helmed Yiddish FIDDLER; Beowulf Boritt, Peter Kaczorowski, and More
by Julie Musbach - Apr 3, 2018


Today thousands of hopefuls will begin to line up at the Actors Equity Audition Center for a chance to be seen for the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) American Premiere of the Yiddish languageFiddler on the Roof. As casting begins, this highly-anticipated production, helmed by Academy Award and Tony Award winner Joel Grey, announces its full all-star creative team.

Joel Grey To Direct U.S. Premiere Of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF In Yiddish
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2018


National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), the longest consecutively producing theatre in the United States and the world's oldest continuously operating Yiddish theatre company, today announced that legendary stage and screen actor Joel Grey will direct the United States' premiere of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish this summer.

Way Off Broadway Welcomes The Return of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Julie Musbach - Mar 12, 2018


In 2002, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre opened its season with a set of new owners and the hilarious musical comedy farce A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Sixteen years later, the Kiska family, who purchased the theatre in 2002, and Way Off Broadway are very excited to see the return of one of the funniest shows to ever appear on the WOB stage. Forum will continue the theatre's 2018 Mega-Mini Season, running March 23rd - May 19th.

BWW Feature: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at ACTORS GUILD OF PARKERSBURG
by Richard Allen - Mar 5, 2018


The Actors Guild of Parkersburg will be bringing to life the classic story of a poor milkman and his five daughters, Fiddler on the Roof, in March! This show, the brainchild of Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince, debuted on Broadway in 1964 and went on to win nine Tony Awards. Featuring songs by Jerry Brock and Sheldon Harnick, and a book by Joseph Stein, this show has delighted audiences for over fifty years.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Comes to MCCC's Kelsey Theatre This March
by Julie Musbach - Feb 21, 2018


Maurer Productions OnStage (MPO) is about to celebrate life, tradition, matchmakers and miracles as the award-winning company presents the beloved Broadway classic "Fiddler on the Roof." Tevye and all the villagers from Anatevka take up residence at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC's) Kelsey Theatre Fridays, March 16 and 23 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, March 17 and 24 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sundays, March 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. (Matinee performances are sold out.)

The J Hosts FIDDLER ON THE ROOF MOVIE Sing Along to Celebrate Youth Production
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2018


Since 1964, Fiddler on the Roof has left audiences singing some of its most memorable songs including 'Matchmaker, Matchmaker' and 'Sunrise, Sunset.' On Monday, February 19, the whole family is invited to The J for a free singalong to this iconic movie musical. The event is a precursor to the

HELLO DOLLY, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, A BRONX TALE, and More Set for Hollywood Pantages' 2018/19 Season!
by Alan Henry - Jan 30, 2018


The Hollywood Pantages, a Nederlander Theatre, is proud to announce the 2018-19 Season, consisting of seven productions including a Tony®-Winning Best Musical Revival, direct-from-Broadway L.A. Premieres, and highly-anticipated returns of long-running Broadway Blockbusters.

NYTF Announces Spring-Summer Season 2018 Including FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2018


National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), the longest consecutively producing theatre in the United States and the world's oldest continuously operating Yiddish theatre company, today launched its Spring-Summer 2018 season, including the American premiere of Fiddler on The Roof in Yiddish.

BWW Review: Fiddler On The Roof - A Tradition In Japan
by Mara Jill Herman - Dec 28, 2017


This past Hanukkah I witnessed a kind of miracle in modern times: Toho Stage's Fiddler on the Roof, performed in Japanese by an all Asian company. The quintessential Jewish musical set in Imperial Russia in 1905 is based on Tevye and his Daughters and other tales by Sholem Aleichem about a poor dairyman's attempts to maintain his cultural and religious traditions in a changing world.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene to Present American Premiere of Yiddish Language Adaption of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Julie Musbach - Dec 22, 2017


The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) has announced it will present the American premiere of the Yiddish language adaptation of Fiddler on The Roof. Adapted by Shraga Friedman, this Yiddish version of Fiddler on the Roof has not been staged since its world premiere production in Israel more than 50 years ago. Performances are set to begin in July 2018 in the Edmond J. Safra Theatre at the Museum of Jewish Heritage (36 Battery Place).

Photo Flash: Get A First Look at Toho Stage's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Alan Henry - Dec 7, 2017


Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof is the brainchild of Broadway legends, Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince; songwriters, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick; and bookwriter, Joseph Stein. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon.

Broadway Training Center of Westchester Takes on Classic Musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2017


Broadway Training Center of Westchester, one of the region's premier performing arts schools, will present the musical 'Fiddler On The Roof' November 17-19 at the Irvington Town Hall Theater in Irvington, N.Y.

Photo Flash: First Look at Broadway Training's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Julie Musbach - Oct 22, 2017


The award-winning tale of Tevye the Dairyman and his family's struggles in a changing Russia is a true musical theatre tradition. Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof touches audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty. BTC's production will feature its Ensemble program, a prestigious an award winning educational theater based experience, comprised of participants accepted by Entrance Interview and Audition only.

Broadway Training Center of Westchester Takes on Classic Musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Julie Musbach - Oct 22, 2017


Broadway Training Center of Westchester, one of the region's premier performing arts schools, will present the musical 'Fiddler On The Roof' November 17-19 at the Irvington Town Hall Theater in Irvington, N.Y.

BWW Exclusive: Celebrating the Unsung Musicals of Hal Prince
by Daniella Parcell - Aug 5, 2017


FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, SWEENEY TODD, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, COMPANY, CABARET, FOLLIES. Each was directed and/or produced by Broadway legend Harold Prince. Each contributed to his record-high pile of Tony awards, and has been produced and acclaimed across the world.

BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, King's Theatre, Edinburgh
by Gregor Dickson - Apr 8, 2017


Edinburgh Music Theatre's return to the King's Theatre doesn't disappoint, with Bock's music and Harnick's lyrics portrayed clearly and passionately.

BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at New Rep: In the Heights
by Nancy Grossman - Dec 10, 2016


FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is not just a revival; it has the hallmarks of a revival meeting. It inspires the audience with its themes of tradition, community, and family, and, under the direction of Austin Pendleton, is a shofar call to stir the hearts and minds of all who would recall the Holocaust motto, "Never again."

Arizona Theatre Company Brings Beloved FIDDLER ON THE ROOF To Life
by Rebecca Russo - Nov 21, 2016


The beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof, called 'one of the greatest musicals in history' by the New York Daily News and 'Indestructible' by The New Yorker magazine, brings a richly vibrant close to 2016 and a celebratory opening to 2017 in Arizona Theatre Company's epic production as part of ATC's 50th anniversary season.

FPAC Opens 26th Season with FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2016


Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) proudly presents the musical theater masterpiece Fiddler on the Roof. The beloved classic opens FPAC's 26th season. Performances are October 15 at 7:30 p.m., October 16 at 2:00, October 21 and 22 at 7:30, and October 23 at 2:00. The production will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC's home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.

Franklin Performing Arts Company Presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 9, 2016


Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) proudly presents the musical theater masterpiece Fiddler on the Roof. The beloved classic opens FPAC's 26th season. Performances are October 15 at 7:30 p.m., October 16 at 2:00, October 21 and 22 at 7:30, and October 23 at 2:00. The production will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC's home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.

Other Productions of Fiddler on the Roof

1964   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1967   West End London Production
West End
1969   US Tour Bus and Truck Tour
US Tour
1976   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1981   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1983   West End London Revival
West End
1990   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1994   West End London Revival
West End
2004   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2007   West End London Revival
West End
2009   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2010   US Tour Troika Entertainment National Tour
US Tour
2011   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2015   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2018   Off-Broadway National Yiddish Theatre Production
Off-Broadway
2018   West End London Revival at Menier Chocolate Factory
West End
2019   Off-Broadway NYTF Off-Broadway Production at Stage 42
Off-Broadway
2019   West End West End Revival
West End
2019   US Tour 2019 Revival Tour
US Tour
2022   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Return Production
Off-Broadway
   West End
West End

Fiddler on the Roof - 1964 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1965 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Jerry Bock
1965 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Sheldon Harnick
1965 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Joseph Stein
1965 The Hewes Awards Scenic Design Boris Aronson
1965 Tony Awards Best Choreography Jerome Robbins
1965 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Patricia Zipprodt
1965 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jerome Robbins
1965 Tony Awards Best Musical Joseph Stein
1965 Tony Awards Best Musical Fiddler on the Roof
1965 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Jerry Bock
1965 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Sheldon Harnick
1965 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Zero Mostel
1965 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Maria Karnilova
1965 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Boris Aronson
1965 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Harold Prince

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