A message from the producers of Fiddler on the Roof (A Fidler afn Dakh):

Producers Opera Australia and John Frost are disappointed to announce that both the Sydney and Melbourne seasons of Fiddler on the Roof are unable to proceed for reasons outside our control stemming from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related government restrictions that have been implemented to reduce the spread of the virus.

Although the show was not due to open until September, this heart-warming musical has been hit hard by the international travel ban, making it impossible for the key creative members, including Oscar and Tony Award-winning director Joel Grey, to travel from the USA for rehearsals, rendering it impossible to stage the show in all its glory, much to the great disappointment of all those involved.

While this decision is a devastating blow to all the performers and crews involved, ensuring the health and well-being of artists, staff and the community as a whole is the absolute priority

We thank our patrons, staff, sponsors and the community for their patience and support as we work through these difficult times.

Patrons who purchased tickets to Fiddler on the Roof will be contacted with details regarding the refund process, and are asked to consider, where possible donating the value of the ticket back to the company or exchanging for a gift voucher that is valid for three years

THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE. THE SOUND OF TRADITION.

Discover Fiddler on the Roof in a new way – performed in Yiddish, the language of Tevye and his family!

“★★★★ The most authentic Fiddler – wonderfully, vibrantly alive.” Time Out New York

Following sold-out seasons in New York, Australian audiences now have the chance to experience a unique, authentic language version of this much-loved musical theatre classic.

With direction by Oscar and Tony Award winner Joel Grey, this uplifting production “strikes a deep emotional chord” and “offers a kind of authenticity no other Fiddler ever has” The New York Times

Fiddler on the Roof is the beloved story of milkman Tevye and his five daughters who are growing up and falling in love in a time of extraordinary change. This iconic musical has captured the hearts and imaginations of audiences around the world for over 55 years with its humour, warmth and honesty. This is a celebration of life, love, family and ultimately a story of hope.

“Transcending language to make you laugh, cry, and cheer. This Fiddler speaks to us all.” Newsday

Originally directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins, with book by Joseph Stein and based on Sholem Aleichem’s classic Yiddish stories, Fiddler on the Roof’s celebrated score by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick features songs including Tradition, Matchmaker, Sunrise Sunset and If I Were A Rich Man.

Harold Prince, the legendary and original producer of Fiddler on the Roof on Broadway (1965 Winner of 9 Tony® Awards, including Best Musical) said, “If you have seen Fiddler before, you must see this production because it will make you feel you are seeing Fiddler for the first time.”