Description:
Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof is the brainchild of Broadway legends, Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince; songwriters, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick; and bookwriter, Joseph Stein. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon.
Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler on the Roof's universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.With iconic and beloved songs such as "Sunrise, Sunset," "If I Were a Rich Man" and "Matchmaker, Matchmaker," Fiddler on the Roof is the perfect mix of audience-pleasing humor and heart.
Audition Information:
Audition Dates:
Monday 12/4 from 6-9pm (Pioneer Ridge Middle School)
Tuesday 12/5 from 6-9pm (Pioneer Ridge Middle School)
Callback Date:
Callbacks to take place Wednesday12/6 from 6-9pm at Pioneer Ridge Middle School.
Important Notes:
We need to see you during our audition dates. If you can't make these dates due to prior engagements, you may contact us at cvftmail@gmail.com to discuss if other options would be suitable.
Please prepare 32 bars of vocal music (typically a verse and a chorus). An accompanist will be provided, so please bring sheet music in the correct key. You may be asked to match pitch with the piano. Please come dressed for movement.
Performance Dates
Friday, March 1st 7pm
Saturday, March 2nd 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, March 3rd 2pm
Thursday, March 7th 7pm
Friday, March 8th 7pm
Saturday, March 9th 2pm
Sunday, March 10th 2pm
Thursday, March 14th 7pm
Friday, March 15th 7pm
Saturday, March 16th 2pm
Sunday, March 17th 2pm
Character Breakdown:
Tevye - The likeable, hard-working, pious dairyman who always tries to see the positive side of life. He is a proud patriarch and father of five daughters, closely raised according to the old scriptures. Gender: Male Age: 45 to 60 Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Golde - Tevye's strong-willed wife who wishes for her daughters to have good husbands and live easier than she and Tevye. Gender: Female Age: 40 to 50 Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Tzeitel - Tevye's eldest daughter, who is madly in love with Motel. She is loyal to her family but typically challenges the town's traditions. Gender: Female Age: 18 to 25 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3
Hodel - Tevye's second eldest daughter, who becomes involved with Perchik. She eventually leaves Anatevka to join Perchik in Siberia. Gender: Female Age: 18 to 23 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3
Chava - Tevye's middle daughter who loves to read. Falls in love and runs off with Fydeka, a Russian soldier. Gender: Female Age: 15 to 20 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3
Shprintze & Bielke - Tevye's two youngest daughters. Takes lessons at home from Perchik. Gender: Female Age: 8 to 13 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3
Yente - The meddling matchmaker. She is a widow and village busybody who knows all of the town gossip. Gender: Female Age: 50 to 60 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F3
Motel - The poor and meek tailor who shares a deep love with Tzeitel. Sensitive and nervous, but sincere and friendly. Gender: Male Age: 18 to 25 Vocal range top: F#4 Vocal range bottom: E3
Perchik - The outspoken student and visitor to Anatevka, who constantly challenges the traditions of the town. He eventually falls in love with Hodel. Gender: Male Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: B2
Lazar Wolf - The feisty, brawny butcher and the town's wealthiest citizen who wishes to marry Tzeitel. Gender: Male Age: 40 to 50 Vocal range top: F#4 Vocal range bottom: C3
Avram - Runs the local bookshop and keeps the town advised of all the news in the area. Gender: Male Age: 40 to 60 Vocal range top: Eb4 Vocal range bottom: D3
Grandma Tzeitel - Golde's deceased grandmother, who endorses the marriage between Tzeitel and Motel. Gender: Female Age: 60 to 75 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: C#4
Fruma-sarah - Lazar's Wolf's deceased first wife. She becomes enraged when her husband plans to wed Tzeitel. Gender: Female Age: 35 to 45 Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: C4
Constable - Russian military official stationed near Anatevka who knows the villagers well, however he has superficial relationships with the villagers. Gender: Male Age: 35 to 45
Fyedka - A strong, young Russian soldier who sees past his military obligations and falls in love with Chava. He challenges Tevye's imposed silence. Gender: Male Age: 20 to 25
Ensemble - Villagers, Russian Soldiers
General Audition Information
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Auditions are open; family involvement is encouraged
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Productions may have specific age or gender requirements
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Auditions are conducted on a first-come, first served basis
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Bring your calendar to note any conflicts on your audition form
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CVFT CHILD AUDITION AGREEMENT FORM - Parents of 17 and under