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Opened: October 20, 1964

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Majestic Theatre (Broadway)
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based on the play by Clifford Odets

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FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Cast Recording to Feature Bonus Track From Violinist Itzhak Perlman
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 9, 2016


  The producers of the Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof announce that ITZHAK PERLMAN, the reigning virtuoso of the violin, has recorded a special bonus track for the upcoming New Broadway Cast Album of Fiddler on the Roof.  PERLMAN has recorded 'Excerpts from Fiddler on the Roof' arranged by John Williams.

Broadway Records Will Release FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Cast Album in March!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2016


Big news for Fiddler fans! Broadway Records has just announced plans to release a New Broadway Cast Album of Fiddler on the Roof. It will have its worldwide release on March 18th and be available to purchase at The Broadway Theatre beginning March 8th.

Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to Donate Portion of Ticket Sales to Flint, MI This Month
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 1, 2016


The producers of the hit Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof announced this morning that the production will donate $2 from every full-price ticket purchased to the show for all February 2016 performances to The United Way of Genesee County's Flint Water Fund, which directly provides aid the Michigan city's residents, currently suffering from a critical drinking water contamination crisis. 

VIDEOS: Five Broadway Songs That Confronted American Audiences On Racism
by Michael Dale - Jan 18, 2016


Five moments when Broadway songwriters risked shocking and angering patrons with discomforting truths.

Review Roundup: L'Chaim! Danny Burstein Leads FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Revival- Updating Live!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Dec 20, 2015


To life! The Broadway revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF opens today, Sunday, December 20 at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is directed by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher, who most recently helmed the 2015 Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of The King and I.

Welcome to Anatevka! Meet the Full Cast of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - Dec 20, 2015


The Broadway revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF officially opens tonight, December 20, at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). Scroll down to learn more about the cast, plus watch interviews with the company!

Photo Flash: First Look at Danny Burstein & Company in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 14, 2015


To life! The Broadway revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is currently in previews, with an official opening slated for Sunday, December 20 at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is directed by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher, who most recently helmed the 2015 Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of The King and I. Sher has directed Burstein on Broadway in the revivals of Golden Boy and South Pacific, as well as in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. It will be choreographed byHofesh Shechter, inspired by the original choreography of Jerome Robbins, and the music director will be Ted Sperling (The King and I, South Pacific). Check out photos of the cast in action below!

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's Sheldon Harnick Appears on THIRTEEN's 'MetroFocus' Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 4, 2015


50 years after its premiere, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF returns to Broadway for its fifth revival. MetroFocus talks to the original lyricist Sheldon Harnick about the show's lasting impact.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's Sheldon Harnick to Appear on THIRTEEN's 'MetroFocus', 12/4
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 2, 2015


50 years after its premiere, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF returns to Broadway for its fifth revival. MetroFocus talks to the original lyricist Sheldon Harnick about the show's lasting impact.

BWW Feature: Countdown to THE WIZ LIVE! A Brief History of Live TV Musicals From The Golden Age
by Jeffrey Walker - Dec 3, 2015


Relive the Golden Age of Broadway and the magical moments from TV's past with Ethel Merman, Mary Martin, Frank Sinatra, Julie Andrews,Carol Burnett and many more as we look at the history of live TV musicals.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to Celebrate First Night of Chanukah with Events Across the City
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2015


The new Broadway revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is getting in the holiday spirit by celebrating the first night of Chanukah with four major events this Sunday, December 6. From DOROT on Upper East Side to Macy's and Hebro in Midtown to The Museum of Eldridge Street on Manhattan's historic Lower East Side, the city will be covered with FIDDLER cast appearances and performances to celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights.

VIDEO: Watch ALL the Broadway Performances from THE Macy's Parade Including FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE KING AND I, and More
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 28, 2015


Below, check out video highlights from MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY parade's musical performances, including THE WIZ LIVE's 'Brand New Day,' FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's 'To Life' and of course, the Radio City Rockettes.

JDate's Ask Yente: Dating Advice From The Women of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Michael Dale - Nov 23, 2015


Cast members from the musical about Jewish singles offer advice on meeting a match.

VIDEO: Tori Kelly's 'Colors of the Wind' Music Video from 'We Love Disney' Album
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 23, 2015


Tori Kelly helps us relive our childhood with the official music video for 'Colors of the Wind' from Pohcahntas off the We Love Disney compilation. Check it out below!

To Life! FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Returns to Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2015


To life! The Broadway revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF begins performances tonight, November 20, 2015, with an official opening slated for Sunday, December 20 at The Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). 

VIDEO: Choregrapher Hofesh Shechter on Bringing Modern Moves to FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 19, 2015


In a new interview with USA Today, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF choregrapher Hofesh Shechter discusses adding modern moves to the the upcoming Broadway revival of the classic musical.

VIDEO: First Look At Choreographer Hofesh Shechter's Raw Movement For FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Michael Dale - Nov 18, 2015


The choreographer for the new Broadway production is an the Israeli-born star of the U.K.'s contemporary dance scene.

Photo Flash: First Look at Broadway's New Teyve- Danny Burstein!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2015


The upcoming Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof will begin performances next week, 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 Mooreas Chava, Ben Rappaport as Perchik, Nick Rehberger as Fyedka, Alexandra Silber as Tzeitel and more. Burstein just posted a sneak peek of himself in costume on his official Instagram account, and you can check out Tevye's look below!

TV Exclusive: The Three Daughters of FIDDLER Play Midler on the Roof with Randy Rainbow!
by Randy Rainbow - Nov 12, 2015


It's just a week before previews begin for the much-anticipated revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and the cast is ready to go. BroadwayWorld's Randy Rainbow just checked in with Tevye's three oldest daughters (played by Alexandra Silber, Samantha Massell and Melanie Moore) and they gave him the scoop on what to expect from Bartlett Sher's latest project. But more importantly- watch as they put their knowledge of another FIDDLER veteran to the test in a game of Midler on the Roof! 

Hofesh Shechter Opens Up About His 'Very Folkloristic' FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Choreography
by Nora Dominick - Nov 10, 2015


The highly anticipated new revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF starring Danny Burstein and directed by Bartlett Sher is getting a slight modern twist. Choreographer Hofesh Shechter talked to The Wall Street Journal about bringing a modern spin on the Fiddler on the Roof choreography. 

Photo Flash: Rebecca Luker, Ted Keegan, Sheldon Harnick and More Tribute Barbara Cook & Lee Adams
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2015


Encompass New Opera Theatre held a gala to honor legendary Broadway performer BARBARA COOK and lyricist LEE ADAMS (Bye Bye Birdie, Golden Boy, Applause) with a star-studded musical salute on Sunday, October 25. BroadwayWorld has photos from the evening below!

Columbia Professor Alisa Solomon Will Mark FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's Return to Broadway at the Museum at Eldridge Street
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2015


Events marking the return of Fiddler on the Roof to Broadway are not in short supply this fall at The Museum at Eldridge Street. This Sunday, November 1st, come join author and Columbia University Professor Alisa Solomon for a fascinating talk and a real treat. Solomon provides an inside look at the talented team who clashed, collaborated, and created this most celebrated of shows and explores how a story about shtetl life became a musical with worldwide appeal.

NE-YO, Ariana Grande, Fall Out Boy and More Lend Voices to WE LOVE DISNEY Compilation Album, Out Today!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2015


In a unique collaboration between Verve Records and Walt Disney Records, the two esteemed labels have teamed up to present the compilation album WE LOVE DISNEY, which is available today, October 30th.

Sew What? FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Cast Gets in Show Spirit with Custom T-Shirts!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 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. Below, check out how some of the cast is getting ready for previews!

NJPAC to Present Richard Nader's 27th Annual Summer Doo Wop Concert This June
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2015


New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) located at 1 Center Street in Newark, New Jersey is proud to present for the first time Richard Nader's 27th Annual Summer Doo Wop Concert.

Other Productions of Golden Boy

1964   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1968   West End London Production
West End
1984   Off-Off-Broadway Off-Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
2002   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2003   London Fringe London Revival
London Fringe

Golden Boy - 1964 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1965 Tony Awards Best Choreography Donald McKayle
1965 Tony Awards Best Musical Golden Boy
1965 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Sammy Davis
1965 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Hillard Elkins

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