National Yiddish Theatre

54 CELEBRATES HANUKKAH: A FESTIVAL OF WRITERS and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including 54 Celebrates Hanukkah, Jantzen Theatrical’s Christmas in New York and more. 

3C Theatre Management Launches With New Team
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025

3C Theatre Management & Consulting, the in-house team behind Perfect Crime, New York’s longest running play, as well as many other projects at The Theater Center, announced their new lineup of consultants.

Cast Set For Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Actors Theatre of Indiana
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025

Actors Theatre of Indiana will perform Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN October 24 - November 9. If you like good music, like to laugh and like Mel Brooks, then you'll love this show!

Douglas Sills and More to Star in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025

Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the musical Fiddler on the Roof. See who is starring in the production, and learn how to purchase tickets here!

Photos: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF IN YIDDISH In Concert At The Soraya
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2025

The Soraya launched its 2025–26 season this past weekend with the West Coast premiere of National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish, presented in a special concert staging with English supertitles. Check out photos of the production.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Will Present HANNAH SENESH in English
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene will present Hannah Senesh, in English, off-Broadway beginning in October. Learn more about this upcoming production here!

Steven Skybell to Star In FIDDLER ON THE ROOF IN YIDDISH West Coast Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

The Soraya will open its 2025–26 season with a special concert production of National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish with English supertitles.

Steven Skybell to Star in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF IN YIDDISH Concert on the West Coast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

The cast has been revealed The Soraya's Concert Production of National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Five Free, Fun Outdoor Concert Series in NYC �" Summer 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 28, 2025

Check out highlights of some of the best offerings of outdoor concerts in the city this summer with free shows including a Deaf production of WAITRESS, premiere jazz, opera, hip-hop and more.

Preview FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Kent State University/Porthouse Theatre
by Roy Berko - Jun 16, 2025

At the age of fifteen Solomon Rabinovich adopted the pseudonym  “Sholem Aleichem,” a Yiddish variant of the Hebrew expression meaning 'peace be with you' and used as a greeting.

Interview: Richard Topol Talks Arlekin Players Theatre's OUR CLASS
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 13, 2025

Arlekin Players Theatre’s production of “Our Class” led the winners at this year’s Lucille Lortel Awards, presented at New York University on May 4, where the play, by Tadeusz Słobodzianek and adapted by Norman Allen, was honored as Best Revival.

Four Short Plays By Women To Be Presented For Holocaust Remembrance Day at the JCC Manhattan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025

Readings of four short plays by women writers will recognize Yam HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, in an event to be presented by Remember the Women Institute. Learn more.

Adam Shapiro Comes to Feinstein's in Carmel
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Adam Shapiro. an award-winning actor and singer, one who has performed all over the country and the world, will perform up close and personal in the intimate setting that is Feinstein's inside The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. 

Interview: Lisa Fishman & Co. Bring Cross-Cultural Concert SOUL TO SOUL to NYC
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 13, 2025

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene and the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue present the acclaimed cross-cultural concert Soul to Soul, exploring the intersections between Yiddish and African-American musical folk traditions.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene To Present SOUL TO SOUL Concert At Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2024

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene and the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue are joining forces to present the acclaimed cross-cultural concert “Soul to Soul” in a special augmented production commemorating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday at the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue, 30 West 68th Street, on Sunday January 19 at 7pm. (2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the MLK Jr. holiday.)

CHRISTMAS EVE IN DIKANKA Cast Announced At Gallery Players Overtures Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2024

Casting has been announced for CHRISTMAS EVE IN DIKANKA, a new musical by Kit Goldstein Grant, at Gallery Players Overtures Festival on December 13 & 14, 2024.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene to Stream 2024 Gala Featuring Steven Skybell & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's 2024 gala concert, “A Celebration of Jewish Pride and Creativity,” featuring a company of rising young stars, will be available for free streaming on the company’s website. Learn how to watch!

Meet the Cast of SWEPT AWAY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024

The Avett Brothers new musical Swept Away begins previews tonight, Tuesday, October 29. The official opening will be on Tuesday, November 19 at the Longacre Theatre. Meet the cast of Swept Away here!

INDECENT Comes to Endangered Species Theatre Project
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024

Endangered Species theatre Project will present Paula Vogel’s Award-winning play Indecent.

HOLLYWOOD OR BUST Comes to Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2024

On Saturday, September 21, Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael will welcome the award-winning performer and Indianapolis native Adam B. Shapiro as he performs his brand new show -  HOLLYWOOD OR BUST: Songs of the Silver Screen.