FIDDLER ON THE ROOF • Aug. 28 - Sept. 22, 2024 • MainStage Series at The Historic Dock Street Theatre
Based on Sholem Aleichem Stories by Special Permission of Arnold Perl
Book by Joseph Stein
Music by Jerry Bock
Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick
Produced on the New York Stage by Harold Prince
Original New York Stage Production Directed and Choreographed by Jerome Robbins
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Direction by Marybeth Clark
Music Direction by Sam Henderson
Choreography by Cara Dolan
About the Show
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This timeless production, celebrated for its humor and warmth, is a cornerstone in the musical theatre canon. Fiddler on the Roof won nine Tony Awards, solidifying its status as a universally acclaimed musical that has resonated with audiences worldwide. The story unfolds in the small village of Anatevka where a poor milkman, Tevye, navigates the complexities of sustaining religious traditions amid drastic cultural changes and political upheaval in his vibrant Jewish community. As social norms shift and anti-Semitism escalates in Imperialist Russia, Tevye’s journey becomes a poignant exploration of love, faith, and the endurance of cultural roots. Featuring an unforgettable score that includes “Sunrise, Sunset,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” Fiddler weaves a powerful tapestry of emotions and human experiences that continue to captivate audiences today.
Fiddler on the Roof is recommended for ages 8 and up. For guidance on whether a show is appropriate for your party we urge you to consult our Content Guides, available here.
PNC Pay-As-You-Please performance for Fiddler on the Roof is August 28. These special ticket sales are only available online 24-hours prior to the performance. Click here for more details!
ASL accessible performance is August 30 and there will be ASL interpreters on stage. ASL-interpreted performances are funded in part by The Wiles Fund for the Future and the South Carolina Arts Commission which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Content Guide
We are always excited to see families at the theatre, and we know that parents may want more information on content when deciding if a show is appropriate for their family. Below is an outline of things parents may want to know about Fiddler on the Roof.
Upcoming Shows
A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD • July 27 & 28, 2024 • Family Series
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF • Aug. 28 - Sept. 22, 2024 • MainStage Series
PURLIE VICTORIOUS • Oct. 9 - 27, 2024 • MainStage Series
A CHRISTMAS CAROL • Nov. 30 - Dec. 22, 2024 • MainStage Series
THE 39 STEPS • Jan. 22 - Feb. 9, 2025 • MainStage Series
LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET • Feb. 1 & 8, 2025 • Family Series
THE GLASS MENAGERIE • Feb. 26 - Mar. 16, 2025 • MainStage Series
LEGALLY BLONDE • Apr. 9 - May 4, 2025 • MainStage Series