Fiddler On The Roof

Jason Alexander lives out a lifelong dream, playing Tevye in 'Fiddler on the Roof'

PJ Grisar in Forward · 30 Oct

Jason Alexander, best known for his role as George Costanza on "Seinfeld," is set to fulfill a lifelong dream by playing Tevye in "Fiddler on the Roof" at La Mirada Theatre.

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This father is fed up with his anti-Zionist kid — and they're not even Jewish

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 10 Oct

In a column from the "Bintel Brief" advice series, writer Beth Harpaz addresses a letter from a Christian father troubled by his opposing political views on Israel with his atheist daughter, who is pro-Palestine.

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Frummer driving brings the Wild West to the N16

Jewish Chronicle · 26 Sep

This humorous article explores the stereotype of Jewish drivers in the Stamford Hill area of London, drawing on the author's personal anecdotes and cultural observations.

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‘I love Fiddler so much that I finally have my own Tevye’

Jewish Chronicle · 17 Sep

The author's lifelong affinity for Tevye from "Fiddler on the Roof" is humorously explored in her relationship with her partner, Jeremy, who bears a striking resemblance to the iconic milkman.

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Why our appetite for Tevye the milkman never wanes

Jewish Chronicle · 7 Aug

"Fiddler on the Roof" remains a timeless and beloved musical, with its latest production at the Regents Park Open Air Theatre showcasing the enduring popularity of Tevye the milkman, representing Jewish faith and tradition.

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Fiddler on the Roof review: a fresh revival that’s true to tradition

Jewish Chronicle · 7 Aug

The review discusses Jordan Fein's revival of "Fiddler on the Roof" at Regents Park Open Air Theatre, emphasizing its faithfulness to tradition and relevance in today's world.

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Jewish Broadway Star Julie Benko is Having a Baby!

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 9 Jul

Jewish Broadway star Julie Benko and her husband, Jason Yaeger, are expecting their first child.

0 Television/Film Literature

A summer full of stars and hardly any antisemitism in their shows

Jewish Chronicle · 26 Jun

Despite the prevalent discussions around antisemitism, the world of entertainment provides some respite for Jewish audiences with a variety of upcoming events.

0 Television/Film Holocaust

Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Director Thomas Kail Says ‘Fiddler’ Inspires All His Work

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 31 May

Thomas Kail, known for directing musicals like "In the Heights" and "Hamilton," as well as the TV show "Fosse/Verdon," recently worked on the Hulu series "We Were the Lucky Ones," a story of Jewish survival during the Holocaust.

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A high school staging of ‘Fiddler’ takes on a ‘whole new meaning’ after Oct. 7

Kyle Gerstel in JTA · 21 May

A high school sophomore, Samantha Alexander, navigated her Jewish identity while directing Fiddler on the Roof at Abington Senior High School in Pennsylvania amidst global events affecting Jews.

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Steven Skybell’s Jewish story shines at the heart of Broadway’s ‘Cabaret’ revival

Julia Gergely in JTA · 29 Apr

In the revival of Cabaret on Broadway, the character of Herr Schultz, an older Jewish man, takes center stage alongside Fraulein Schneider, as their love story unfolds against the backdrop of rising Nazism in 1930s Berlin.

0 Culture Politics

Normie Jewisons

Bonjour Chai · 26 Jan

The episode explores the emerging Jewish movement of "diasporism," where Jews embrace their identity and expression outside Israel while questioning Zionism's role in Jewish life.

0 Culture Politics

Normie Jewisons

Bonjour Chai · 26 Jan

Marc Tracy from the New York Times joins Bonjour Chai to discuss the concept of diasporism, a Jewish movement seeing a rise particularly post-October 7th, focusing on Jews distancing themselves from Zionism.

0 Education Music

Jewish Life Stories: A lone soldier, the voice of the Shangri-Las, two giants of American health care

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 25 Jan

This article highlights the lives and contributions of several individuals in the Jewish community.

0 Television/Film Antisemitism

Remembering Norman Jewison, ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ Director Whose Experience With Antisemitism Affected Him Deeply

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 23 Jan

Norman Jewison, the director of the iconic film Fiddler on the Roof, was not Jewish, but his experiences with antisemitism deeply impacted him.

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Norman Jewison, ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ director and lifelong friend of the Jews, dies at 97

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 22 Jan

Norman Jewison, the director of the iconic film Fiddler on the Roof, passed away at the age of 97.

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How a self-proclaimed ‘goy’ named Norman Jewison made one of the most Jewish movies ever

PJ Grisar in Forward · 22 Jan

Director Norman Jewison, a self-proclaimed goy, made one of the most beloved Jewish films of all time, Fiddler on the Roof.

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Lives Lived: Notable New Yorkers who died in 2023

Julia Gergely in JTA · 29 Dec 2023

The New York Jewish Week remembers the lives of 20 notable Jewish New Yorkers who have passed away in 2023.

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A family-friendly Jewish play explores themes of forgiveness with puppets, music and more

Mikhal Weiner in JTA · 8 Sep 2023

"Out of the Apple Orchard," a new family-friendly Jewish play, is set to make its Off-Broadway debut just in time for the High Holidays.

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The Fiddler in a Desert War

Edward N. Luttwak in Tablet · 7 Sep 2023

The author recounts two separate experiences during the wars in Israel.

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You Need to Hear These Songs Cut from ‘Fiddler on the Roof’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 23 Aug 2023

"Fiddler on the Roof" was originally going to start with a song about Shabbat called "We've Never Missed a Sabbath Yet."

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American Jews and Israelis Need to Learn How to Speak the Same Love Languages

Yakir Englander in Tablet · 18 Aug 2023

The author discusses the need for Israelis and American Jews to learn how to communicate in order to bridge the divide between them.

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‘Fiddler on the Roof’ lyricist Sheldon Harnick dies at 99

PJGrisar in Forward · 23 Jun 2023

Sheldon Harnick, the lyricist of the popular musical Fiddler on the Roof, has passed away at the age of 99.

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JEROME ROBBINS

Jewish Lives · 24 Feb 2023

Jerome Robbins, born Jerome Wilson Rabinowitz, was a renowned choreographer, dancer, and stage director.

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Doug Mastriano serenaded with 'Fiddler on the Roof' parody

PJ Grisar in Forward · 7 Nov 2022

At a rally for the Pennsylvania gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano, accused of antisemitism, a parody of 'If I Were a Rich Man' from the musical Fiddler on the Roof was performed as 'Douglas Mastriano.'

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