Fiddler on the Roof Broadway Original Cast
Based on Sholem Aleichem's Tevye stories By permission of Arnold PerlBased 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. Full synopsis
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(the matchmaker)
Beatrice Arthur, a celebrated actress and comedian, graced the Broadway stage in the original production of "Fiddler on the Roof," showcasing her remarkable talent before becoming a household name through her television work. more...
Sammy Bayes was a versatile talent who not only appeared in the original Broadway production of Fiddler on the Roof but also contributed to its legacy by serving as the associate choreographer for the film version and completing a detailed book on its original choreography at Jerome Robbins' request. more...
(the Beggar)
Maurice Edwards, a versatile artist and director, showcased his acting talents in the original Broadway production of "Fiddler on the Roof," among other notable performances throughout his illustrious career. more...
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(Understudy)
(Understudy)
Sharon Lerit graced the Broadway stage in the 1960s with her performances in iconic productions such as Fiddler on the Roof and Bye Bye Birdie. more...
(their daughter)
Joanna Merlin, who played Tzeitel in Harold Prince's production of Fiddler on the Roof, transitioned from acting to casting, ultimately shaping the talent for iconic musicals like Company, Follies, Evita, and Sweeney Todd after leaving the Fiddler tour to focus on her family. more...
Peff Modelski, who danced in the original Broadway company of "Fiddler on the Roof" under the direction of Jerome Robbins, has had a distinguished four-decade career in ballet, both in New York and Europe, and continues to share her expertise as a master teacher and coach. more...
(the Tailor)
Austin Pendleton, a versatile actor and director with a career spanning over six decades, once graced the stage in the past as part of the cast of "Fiddler on the Roof," showcasing his remarkable talent in a production that remains a beloved classic. more...
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Other productions of Fiddler on the Roof
- 1967 West End — London Production · Cast
- 1969 US Tour — Bus and Truck Tour · Cast
- 1976 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
- 1981 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
- 1983 West End — London Revival · Cast
- 1990 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
- 1994 West End — London Revival · Cast
- 2004 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
- 2007 West End — London Revival · Cast
- 2009 US Tour — Touring Revival · Cast
- 2010 US Tour — Troika Entertainment National Tour · Cast
- 2011 US Tour — Touring Revival · Cast
- 2015 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
- 2018 Off-Broadway — National Yiddish Theatre Production · Cast
- 2018 West End — London Revival at Menier Chocolate Factory · Cast
- 2019 Off-Broadway — NYTF Off-Broadway Production at Stage 42 · Cast
- 2019 West End — West End Revival · Cast
- 2019 US Tour — 2019 Revival Tour · Cast
- 2022 Off-Broadway — Off-Broadway Return Production · Cast
- West End — · Cast
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- 2025 West End — · Cast
Production Team
Boris Aronson Scenic Designer
D. Rusty Bonaccorso Hair Designer
Milton Greene Musical Director
Jerome Robbins Director
Choreographer
Director/Choreographer
Jean Rosenthal Lighting Designer
Don Walker Orchestrator
Patricia Zipprodt Costume Designer
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