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Photo Coverage: Joel Grey & More Celebrate Opening Night of Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF!
by Monroe George - Feb 22, 2019

The critically-acclaimed National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish opened just last night at Stage 42 (422 W 42nd St.) for a limited engagement through June 30, 2019.

BWW Review: Joel Grey-Directed Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Moves Uptown
by Michael Dale - Feb 22, 2019

The word 'meshugge' seemed to really pop out for the audience, receiving a big laugh when uttered by Tevye the night this reviewer thoroughly enjoyed the beautifully acted and sung National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's production of Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick and Joseph Stein's classic 1964 musical based on the stories of Sholem Aleichem, Fiddler on the Roof.

Review Roundup: Did Critics Make a Match in Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF?
by Rebecca Russo - Feb 22, 2019

The critically-acclaimed National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish opens tonight at Stage 42 (422 W 42nd St.) for a limited engagement through June 30, 2019.

VIDEO: Watch Highlights of Joel Grey-Helmed, Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2019

The critically-acclaimed National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish opens tonight at Stage 42 (422 W 42nd St.) for a limited engagement through June 30, 2019.

Wake Up With BWW 2/21: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish Opens, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2019

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! We're so close to Friday! Power through the rest of your week by catching up on the latest Broadway news!

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF IN YIDDISH Begins Previews Tonight at Stage 42
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2019

Producers Hal Luftig and Jana Robbins in association with Sandy Block announced that the critically-acclaimed National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish begins previews on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Stage 42 (422 W 42nd St.). The production will open officially on Thursday, February 21, 2019 and will play a limited engagement through June 30, 2019.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF IN YIDDISH Box Office Opens Today at 10am
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2019

Producers Hal Luftig and Jana Robbins in association with Sandy Block announced today that the Stage 42 Box Office (422 W 42nd St) officially opens tomorrow Monday, January 14, 2019 at 10AM for Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish. The production will begin performances on Monday, February 11, 2019, open officially on Thursday, February 21, 2019 and will play a limited engagement through June 30, 2019. Tickets are also available to purchase through Telecharge.com or by phone at 212-239-6200.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF IN YIDDISH Completes Off-Broadway Cast
by Julie Musbach - Dec 12, 2018

Tickets for the uptown transfer of the critically-acclaimed National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish will go on sale to the public beginning on Monday, December 17, 2018.

Yiddish FIDDER ON THE ROOF's Michael Einav Will Take Over Instagram Tomorrow!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - Dec 7, 2018

Go behind the scenes of the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's critically-acclaimed Yiddish language production of Fiddler on the Roof with Michael Einav, as he takes over the BroadwayWorld Instagram tomorrow, December 8th! Follow along as Einav takes you behind the scenes of the show! Be sure to tune in!

Joel Grey's Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF To Get Cast Recording
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2018

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Off-Broadway production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish, directed by Academy and Tony Award winner Joel Grey, will be releasing a cast album. The cast recording, released by Time Life Music and distributed byWarner Music Group, will be available in 2019, with an official date to be announced before the show transfers to Off-Broadway's Stage 42 in February.

Photo Flash: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF In Yiddish Celebrates 104 Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2018

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene celebrated its 104th season at the 104th performance of 'Fiddler on the Roof,' in Yiddish.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Burns Brightly For Chanukkah
by Julie Musbach - Nov 13, 2018

The Chanukkah story celebrates miracles - and this holiday season, National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) invites families to enjoy a theatrical miracle Off-Broadway: the acclaimed and unprecedented Yiddish language Fiddler on the Roof at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Lower Manhattan.

L'Chaim! Joel Grey's Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Heads Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2018

According to the New York Post, Joel Grey's hit Yiddish production of the classic musical is headed off-Broadway!

Emmy Award Nominee Jackie Hoffman Takes Over Folksbiene Instagram
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2018

If you've been ROFL at every one of Jackie Hoffman's tweets during her run in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's (NYTF) production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish, then head to @folksbiene on Instagram this Sunday: the Emmy Award nominee is taking over Instagram.

Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Extends Until December 30
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2018

The 104-year old National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's (NYTF) critically-acclaimed Yiddish language production of Fiddler on the Roof, playing at the Museum of Jewish Heritage (MJH), is extending its run through December 30 to meet the high demand for tickets. The unprecedented success of the Yiddish language Fiddler on the Roof has inspired the production, presented with English and Russian supertitles, to be extended four times since its July 4th debut due to sold-out audiences. This is the final extension.

Yiddish FIDDLER Dedicates Special Performance to 80th Anniversary of Kristallnacht
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2018

The 104-year old National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's (NYTF) critically-acclaimed Yiddish language production of Fiddler on the Roof, playing at the Museum of Jewish Heritage will dedicate its special 104th performance on November 10 to celebrating its 104th season, and to the resiliency of Jewish culture on the 80th Anniversary of Kristallnacht. Due to the unprecedented success of the Yiddish language Fiddler on the Roof, presented with English and Russian supertitles, performances have been extended through November 18.

Photo Flash: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish Stops By Sing For Your Seniors
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2018

A downpour from the roof. Sounds crazy, no? On September 18th, cast members from 'Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish' opened with an impromptu chorus of 'Singin' in the Rain' as tarps were spread to catch the raindrops from a leaky skylight. And then, wonder of wonders, the rain stopped (indoors at least), and session leader Maggie Davenport introduced the cast to an enthusiastic Lenox Hill Neighborhood House crowd.

Planet Connections 10th Annual Theatre Festivity Announces 2018 Nominees
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2018

TenthPlanet: Planet Connections 10th Annual Theatre Festivity played to packed houses and great acclaim for each production. Another sold out house was achieved for the company's annual 'Playwrights for a Cause' event, this year, benefiting the Ali Forney Center. The banner season culminates with the Planet Awards. This year, the gala event will be Today, September 21, at the Abrons Arts Center at 466 Grand St, New York City. Tickets and further info: planetconnections.org/

Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Extends Again Through November 18th
by Julie Musbach - Sep 20, 2018

The 104-year old National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's (NYTF) critically-acclaimed sold-out Yiddish language production of Fiddler on the Roof, playing at the Museum of Jewish Heritage (MJH) is extending for 14 more performances-including a special 104th presentation. A first for NYTF, the unprecedented success of the Yiddish language Fiddler on the Roof has allowed the production, presented with English and Russian supertitles, to be extended twice since it's July 4th debut.

Planet Connections 10th Annual Theatre Festivity Announces 2018 Nominees
by Rebecca Russo - Aug 31, 2018

TenthPlanet: Planet Connections 10th Annual Theatre Festivity played to packed houses and great acclaim for each production. Another sold out house was achieved for the company's annual 'Playwrights for a Cause' event, this year, benefiting the Ali Forney Center. The banner season culminates with the Planet Awards. This year, the gala event will be Friday, September 21, at the Abrons Arts Center at 466 Grand St, New York City. Tickets and further info: planetconnections.org/

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