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Fiddler on the Roof Auditions: Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20

About the Show.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Based on Sholem Aleichem stories by special permission of Arnold Perl
Book by JOSEPH STEIN
Music by JERRY BOCK
Lyrics by SHELDON HARNICK

Produced on the New York Stage by HAROLD PRINCE
Original New York Stage Production Directed and Choreographed by JEROME ROBBINS

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. The show features iconic and beloved songs such as “Sunrise, Sunset,” “If I Were a Rich Man” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.”

Co-Directors. Roberta Stephens Satori, David Weaver

Musical Director. Jenny Shiroma

Choreographer. David Weaver

About Auditions.
Please prepare a 1 minute cut of a contemporary musical theatre song that shows off your vocal range and personality to give us a glimpse of who you are as a human being. You may also have a second, contrasting song ready to sing as a backup during the audition, if requested. Please bring sheet music in your proper key (no onsite transpositions). An accompanist will be provided. No recorded music, or a cappella, please. You may also prepare one of the cuts from the show – Click here to view the music for auditions.

If you are out of town/unavailable for auditions and callbacks but available for the production you may submit a tape by submitting materials to: productions@diamondheadtheatre.org

What to Bring. Please have a complete list of any conflicts or possible conflicts you may have with rehearsals and performances between June 22 – October 18. If you are cast in Fiddler on the Roof, no additional conflicts, except those presented at your audition, will be accepted. Headshots and resumes preferred, but not required.

Audition Dates.
Friday, June 19, 6:00-10:00 PM
Saturday, June 20, 7:00-10:00 PM

If you are out of town/unavailable for auditions and callbacks but available for the production, you may submit a tape by submitting materials to productions@diamondheadtheatre.org. Digital submissions will be due by Friday, June 19.

Audition Sign Up. Auditions by appointment are preferred. “Drop ins” are permitted as time allows, but please do not expect to be seen immediately. Auditions will be held in the Diamond Head Theatre Rehearsal Hall at 520 Makapuu Avenue (rear parking lot/costume shop entrance). Click here to sign up to audition.

Callbacks.
Sunday, June 21, 7:00-10:00 PM
*Dance Callbacks 7:00-8:00 PM
*Performer Callbacks 8:00-10:00 PM

Callbacks are on Sunday June 21 (by invitation only). Not being called back in no way infers final casting decisions. At callbacks, you may be asked to learn a short dance sequence, scene excerpt, or song from the show.

NOTE on the COVERS: All roles will be covered.

Rehearsal Dates. A formal first rehearsal is on June 22, however the rehearsal schedule will vary until July 26 based on availability. Please refer to the available rehearsal schedule for further specifics on dates and times being held for rehearsals. Rehearsals are normally 6 days a week with alternating days off. Rehearsal times are typically, but not limited to Mondays – 7:30 – 10pm; Tuesday-Fridays 7:00-10:00pm; Sundays 7:00-10:00PM (Through August 23) or 2:00-6:00pm (August 30-September 13). There will be no rehearsal on Saturday, July 4 and September 7, 2026.

Fiddler on the Roof Rehearsal Calendar

2026 Show Dates. September 24-October 18, 2026

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

ALL ROLES ARE OPEN. We are committed to non-traditional casting, so all appropriate ages, body types, colors, ethnicities, disabilities and gender identities are encouraged to audition. Each cast member will also pledge to uphold our anti-bullying and anti-harassment policies before beginning rehearsals. We are dedicated to an open and inclusive create environment that fosters artistic and personal growth.

Ages represent the age range of the characters. The age and physical attributes listed for each character are a guide and are not necessarily final casting requirements.

 

Gender: Male, Age: 35 to 50, Vocal range top: F5/ bottom: Ab2, Dance: Good Mover
Tevye is a likeable, hard-working, pious man who sees the positive side of life. Strong patriarch but gentle father of 5 daughters, he has raised them according to the Scriptures. He is humorous and relaxed, but when pushed, he can show stubbornness and rage. Strong actor who must carry the show and have a good connection with the audience.

Gender: Female, Age: 30 to 45, Vocal range top: Eb5/ bottom: A3, Dance: mover
Golde is the real strength behind Tevye, the one who keeps the household going. She is very concerned that her daughters make good matches and have easier lives than she & Tevye have had. Good comic timing for very funny lines.

Gender: Female, Age: 50 to 70, Vocal range top: F5/ bottom: F3, Dance: mover
Yente is the middle-aged widow who matches up the young people of the village in the hopes that they will marry. She is the village busybody and knows all the news of the town. She is the comedienne of the show.

Gender: Male, Age: 40 to 60, Vocal range top: F#4/bottom: C3, Dance: mover
Lazar is the town’s wealthiest citizen & is the same age, if not older, than Tevye. He wants to marry, by traditional parental agreement, Tevye’s daughter, Tzeitel. Promising to give her a good & secure life. A feisty, comic role.

Gender: Female, Vocal range top: D5/bottom: B3, Dance: mover, Actress will also play Grandma Tzeitel
Tzeitel is the first daughter to marry and the first to challenge the traditions. She has a desperate crying scene with Tevye when faced with marrying Lazar Wolf instead of Motel, who she really loves. A strong, dramatic actress. Grandma Tzeitel is a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene and has a wonderful solo, endorsing the marriage of Tzeitel to Motel. It is a very entertaining & memorable role

Gender: Male, Age: 18 to 25, Vocal range top: F#4/bottom: E3, Dance: mover
Motel is a rather meek & poor tailor who seeks Tzeitel’s hand and comes into his own in the process! This is a terrific character role needing a sensitive, nervous, but lovable portrayal.

Gender: Female, Vocal range top: E5/bottom: B3, Dance: Strong Dancer
Hodel becomes intrigued with the radical, young student, Perchik. She eventually leaves Anatevka to join him in Siberia, where he is imprisoned for his reform activities. Hodel sings a haunting solo as she says goodbye to her father at the train station.

Gender: Male, Age: 20s Vocal range top: E4/bottom: B2, Dance: Strong Mover
Perchik is a visitor to Anatevka, and, therefore, an outsider. He brings with him radical new ideas that challenge the traditions. He falls for Hodel. This role requires an actor capable of showing intensity and an unfailing commitment to his beliefs.

Gender: Female, Vocal range top: D5/bottom: B3, Dance: Strongest Female Dancer
Chava is the scholarly daughter who loves to read. She falls in love and runs off with Fyedka, a Russian soldier, and breaks her father’s heart. This role requires a capable dramatic actress who can perform an emotional dance.

Gender: Male, Age: 20 to 25. Vocal range: Top: Ab4, Dance: Strong Dancer
Fyedka, a strong young soldier, sees past his military obligations and falls in love with Chava. He challenges Tevye’s imposed silence towards him. Fyedka has a solo in “To Life” and dances a Russian dance with his fellow soldiers.

Gender: Male, Age: 40 to 55, Vocal: Non-singing, Dance: non-dancing
This Russian military official stationed near Anatevka, knows the villagers well, and even likes some of them, particularly Tevye. But these superficial relationships don’t prevent him from carrying out violence against the people. This is a non-singing role requiring a strong actor.

Gender: Male, Age: 50 to 70, Vocal: as assigned by MD, Dance: non-dancing
Anatevka’s Jewish spiritual leader.

Gender: Male, Age: 30 to 70, Vocal: as assigned by MD, Dance: Good mover
Runs the bar in town and is a friend of Tevye.

Gender: Female, Age: 35 to 45, Vocal range top: Eb5/ bottom: C4, Dance: mover
Fruma-Sarah is also a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene. She portrays Lazar Wolf’s departed wife & becomes enraged that her husband plans on marrying Tzeitel. It is a show-stopping scene requiring a strong singer to carry a challenging solo. This actress will also appear as a villager.

Gender: Female, Ages: 8 to 10, Vocal range top: D5/bottom: B3, Dance: mover
The two youngest daughters of Tevye & Golde. They take lessons at home from Perchik & appear in several scenes with some speaking lines.

Gender: ALL, Age: 8 to 80, Vocal Range: as assigned by MD, Dance: from mover to strong dancer
These chorus members will portray the people of the village as either Papas, Mamas, Sons or Daughters. Also, Russian soldiers and featured dancers. There will be double casting in these areas as needed. Some smaller speaking roles & solos will be determined during rehearsals.

Fiddler on the Roof is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. https://www.mtishows.com/

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