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TV: Welcome Back to Anatevka! Meet the Company of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2015


The upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof will begin performances on Friday, November 20, 2015, with an official opening night on Sunday, December 20, 2015, at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). It will star Danny Burstein as Tevye, Jessica Hecht as Golde, Adam Dannheisser as Lazar Wolf, Adam Kantor as Motel, Alix Korey as Yente,Samantha Massell as Hodel, Melanie Moore as Chava, Ben Rappaport as Perchik, Nick Rehberger as Fyedka, Alexandra Silber as Tzeitel and more. The company met the press earlier today and BroadwayWorld was there for the special presentation. Below, check out interviews with the cast and a performance sneak peek of 'Matchmaker' 'If I Were a Rich Man,' 'Miracle of Miracles,' and 'To Life (L'Chaim!).'

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Company of Broadway-Bound FIDDLER ON THE ROOF!
by Walter McBride - Oct 15, 2015


The upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof will begin performances on Friday, November 20, 2015, with an official opening night on Sunday, December 20, 2015, at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). It will star Danny Burstein as Tevye, Jessica Hecht as Golde, Adam Dannheisser as Lazar Wolf, Adam Kantor as Motel, Alix Korey as Yente, Samantha Massell as Hodel, Melanie Moore as Chava, Ben Rappaport as Perchik, Nick Rehberger as Fyedka, Alexandra Silber as Tzeitel and more. The company met the press earlier today and BroadwayWorld was there for the special presentation. Below, check out a photo preview of the festivities!

TV: L'Chaim! Watch a Performance Sneak Peek of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2015


The upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof will begin performances on Friday, November 20, 2015, with an official opening night on Sunday, December 20, 2015, at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). It will star Danny Burstein as Tevye, Jessica Hecht as Golde, Adam Dannheisser as Lazar Wolf, Adam Kantor as Motel, Alix Korey as Yente, Samantha Massell as Hodel, Melanie Moore as Chava, Ben Rappaport as Perchik, Nick Rehberger as Fyedka, Alexandra Silber as Tzeitel and more.  The company met the press earlier today and BroadwayWorld was there for the special presentation. Below, check out a performance sneak peek of 'Matchmaker, Matchmaker' 'If I Were a Rich Man,' 'Miracle of Miracles,' and 'To Life (L'Chaim!).'

The Drama League's Centennial Charity Auction Launches Today
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 14, 2015


The Drama League's Centennial Charity Auction has launched at www.biddingforgood.com/thedramaleague, featuring over fifty once-in-a-lifetime prize packages. 

What Other Famous Pairs Would You Like To See In THE GIN GAME?
by Michael Dale - Oct 9, 2015


Jessica Tandy & Hume Cronyn, Maureen Stapleton & E.G. Marshall, Julie Harris & Charles Durning, Cicely Tyson & James Earl Jones... Who's next?

Ben Platt, Danny Burstein & More on Tap to Perform at Dramatists Guild Fund's Annual Gala
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 7, 2015


Dramatists Guild Fund President Andrew Lippa and Executive Director Rachel Routh announce the lineup for the nonprofit's Gala, Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars being held on October 26 at Gotham Hall. The Gala is the most critical fundraising event for the Dramatists Guild Fund, the public charity arm of the Dramatists Guild of America. This very special evening pays tribute to legendary writers and recognizes their significant contributions to American theater.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Box Office Opens Friday; Full Cast Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 7, 2015


Producers Jeffrey Richards, Jerry Frankel, and Jam Theatricals are thrilled to announce the opening of the box office for the upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roofon Friday, October 9 at 10:00 AM with a special offer. To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the original Fiddler's “Best Musical” Tony Award, seats will be available for $50. These seats for select winter performances must be purchased in person at the box office.

2015 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Raises Record-Breaking Amount for BC/EFA
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 28, 2015


Broadway fans celebrated the 29th Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction by bidding on and buying everything from tickets to a bevy of opening night performances to custom-made music mixes, from autographed musical phrases to once-in-a-lifetime theatrical experiences. The result: a record $756,655 was raised for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Photo Coverage: Take a Stroll through the BC/EFA Flea Market with Broadway's Biggest Stars!
by Robert Diamond - Sep 28, 2015


BC/EFA's 2015 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction was held just yesterday, September 27, with more than 60 tables full of Broadway memorabilia, collectible Playbills and one-of-a-kind gems from us here at BroadwayWorld and all your favorite shows. Below, BroadwayWorld is happy to take you inside the special day with photo coverage from backstage, the autograph tables and more!

Photo Coverage: The Money Kept Rollin' in at the BC/EFA Flea Merchandise Tables!
by Robert Diamond - Sep 28, 2015


BC/EFA's 2015 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction was held just yesterday, September 27, with more than 60 tables full of Broadway memorabilia, collectible Playbills and one-of-a-kind gems from us here at BroadwayWorld and all your favorite shows.  Below, BroadwayWorld is happy to take you inside the special day with photo coverage  of the merchandise tables!

Photo Flash: Don't Get Lost This Weekend! Check Out the BC/EFA Broadway Flea Market Map
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2015


Are you ready for this weekend's main event? BC/EFA's 2015 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction on Sunday, September 27, will take over the Theatre District with more than 60 tables full of Broadway memorabilia, collectible Playbills and one-of-a-kind gems from us here at BroadwayWorld and all your favorite shows. With so many things to do, see and buy, we thought you might like a detailed map of the market. Scroll down to plan your route ahead of time!

Annaleigh Ashford, Chita Rivera, Michael Cerveris, Stephanie J. Block & Many More Will Meet Fans at 2015 Broadway Flea Market
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 15, 2015


More than 60 of your favorite Broadway actors will join the biggest day for Broadway fans by appearing at the always popular Autograph Table and Photo Booth at the 29th Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction on Sunday, September 27, 2015.

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Illustrates - Starry Fall Season Preview
by Ken Fallin - Sep 11, 2015


Below, check out Fallin's preview illustration for the fall 2015 Broadway season, featuring Danny Burstein in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (bottom left), Al Pacino in CHINA DOLL, Bruce Willis in MISERY, Cicely Tyson & James Earl Jones in THE GIN GAME, Annaleigh Ashford & Matthew Broderick in SYLVIA, Clive Owen in OLD TIMES, and Keira Knightley & Judith Light in THERESE RAQUIN!Below, check out his illustration of composer Leonard Bernstein, who would have turned 97 years old today, August 25.

STAGE TUBE: Tradition! Watch a New Promo for Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Stage Tube - Sep 10, 2015


The upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof begins performances November 20 for an opening night on December 20, 2015 at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). Below, BroadwayWorld has a brand new promo for the musical, set to the opening number -- 'Tradition'!

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Broadway Revival Welcomes Additional Cast Members; First Performance Pushed Back
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2015


BroadwayWorld has confirmed additional casting for the upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof: JENNY ROSE BAKER (Annie Get Your Gun) will play Shprintze, MICHAEL BERNARDI will play Mordcha, JENNIFER ZETLAN will play Shaindel, and MATT MOISEY and TESS PRIMACK will also join the cast.

Barbara Isenberg Chronicles FIDDLER from Stage to Screen in New Book TRADITION!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2015


Just in time for the opening of the new Broadway production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (directed by Bartlett Sher, opening Dec. 17th, 2015) St. Martin's Press has published TRADITION! The Highly Improbable, Ultimately Triumphant Broadway-to-Hollywood Story of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, The World's Most Beloved Musical. The book hits shelves today, August 25, 2015.

Five Facts You May Not Know About FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Michael Dale - Aug 25, 2015


Zero Mostel turned it down? Perchik's song was originally Motel's song? Who played the priest?

Photo Flash: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Ladies Pose Together for First Time!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 19, 2015


Below, check out a photo that was featured on the show's official Instagram of Teyve's three oldest daughters- Silber, Moore and Massell:

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Revival Finds Its Cast- Meet Tevye's Daughters & Their Men!
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 19, 2015


With a show that is so focused on family and tradition, we want to make sure you're acquainted with the characters that make up the heart of the story- Tevye's five daughters. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at each of them in action!

Breaking News: Alexandra Silber, Ben Rappaport, Jessica Vosk & More Join Broadway Revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 19, 2015


BroadwayWorld has just confirmed additional casting for the upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof: ALIX KOREY (All Shook Up, Chicago) will play Yente, SAMANTHA MASSELL (La Boheme) will play Hodel, BEN RAPPAPORT (“Mr. Robot,” Picnic) will play Perchik, and ALEXANDRA SILBER (Master Class) will play Tzeitel. In addition, JESSICA VOSK (The Bridges of Madison County) will play Fruma Sarah, AARON YOUNG will play Sasha, and JULIE BENKO (Les Misérables), JESSE KOVARSKY (The Death of Klinghoffer), and SILVIA VRSKOVA will also join the cast.

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