Tradition and Transformation: A Journey Through "Fiddler on the Roof": Day Excursion PLUS an intimate conversation with Artistic Director Stuart Meltzer, EXCLUSIVELY for our OLLI at FIU community!
Join us for a truly unique theater experience with Fiddler on the Roof at the Arsht Theater. Known for his visionary storytelling, Artistic Director Stuart Meltzer brings a fresh, intimate perspective to this timeless classic, deepening its powerful themes of family, faith, and resilience. The musical, crafted by legends Jerome Robbins, Harold Prince, Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick, and Joseph Stein, transports audiences to the village of Anatevka, where Tevye, a humble milkman, faces the tension between tradition and progress amidst the anti-Semitic backdrop of Czarist Russia. With unforgettable songs like "Sunrise, Sunset," "If I Were a Rich Man," and "Matchmaker, Matchmaker," this rendition of Fiddler will resonate with audiences of all backgrounds.
Enhance your experience by attending the pre-show conversation on March 20 at our OLLI at BBC. Stuart Meltzer will delve into his creative vision in a special interview with John Dalton. Then, immerse yourself fully with the live matinee performance on March 23 at 2.30 p.m., where Meltzer’s bold, intimate interpretation promises to reveal new dimensions of this iconic musical.