Algonquin Arts Theatre presents "Fiddler on the Roof"

Published by New Jersey Stage
03/07/2024

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents the classic musical, Fiddler on the Roof from April 6-21, 2024. A journey of love, loss, faith and family, Fiddler on the Roof is a celebration of life and all its challenges. The original production won ten Tony Awards, including a special Tony for becoming the longest-running Broadway musical of all time.

The Algonquin Arts Theatre production of Fiddler On The Roof is based on Sholem Aleichem stories by special permission of Arnold Perl. It features a Book by Joseph Stein, Music by Jerry Bock, and Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. Featuring the Broadway classics "Tradition," "If I Were a Rich Man," "Sunrise, Sunset," "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "To Life," Fiddler on the Roof will introduce a new generation to this uplifting celebration that raises its cup to joy! To love! To life!

Tickets start at just $26 and are available for purchase online, by calling 732-528-9211 or by visiting the Algonquin Arts Theatre box office Monday through Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm located at 60 Abe Voorhees Drive, Manasquan, New Jersey. Algonquin’s production of Fiddler on the Roof is in memory of Gerald Levitz. The production is sponsored by Sunnyside Manor, Diane & Jerry Levitz, ICG next and Manasquan Elks Lodge No. 2534.

Directed by Gina Lupi, the cast includes Jan Topoleski (Tevye), Lynne Truex (Golde), Jennifer Shrestha (Yente), Frank Favata (Lazar Wolf), Ilana Schimmel (Tzeitel), Michael Kirkland (Motel Kamzoil), Lindsay Paige Spitzer (Hodel), Matthew Johnson (Perchik), Sierra Friedman (Chava), Nathan Salter (Fyedka / bottle dancer), Brooke Olivia Ginsberg (Sphrintze), Mira Ivgi (Bielke), Ethan DiFrancia (Mendel), Darren DeAngelo (Mordcha), David J. Fretz (Avram), Meredith Buchholtz (Fruma-Sarah / ensemble / Aye lead teaching artist), Lauren Friedman (Gradma Tzeitel / ensemble), John C. Short (Constable), Joseph Paglino (Rabbi), Justin Blake Grossman (Nachum, the beggar / ensemble), Rachel Sievers (Shandel / ensemble), Andrew Vielma-Hall (Bottle dancer / priest / ensemble), Charlie Thomas Hughes (Fiddler / bottle dancer), Franke DeMaio (Cheder boy #1), Joseph Serzan (Cheder boy #2), Joseph DeMaio (Bottle dancer / ensemble), Luke Hall (Bottle dancer / ensemble), Jeff Bodnar (Russian soldier / ensemble), John B. Gekle, Jr. (Russian soldier), Marissa DeVeau (ensemble), Marissa Jean Giachetti (ensemble), and Cindy Wald (ensemble).

The Fiddler on the Roof creative team includes Gina Lupi, Director; Kathleen Pearlberg, Choreographer; Robert Sammond, Music Director; Caroline Laberdee, Rehearsal Stage Manager; Rachel Krupnick, Production Stage Manager; Jason Greenhouse, Scenic Designer; Roman Klima, Lighting Design; Joanne Penrose, Costume Design; Jan Topoleski, Sound Design; Marion Patello, Prop Design and Joe Ficarra, Producer.

Fiddler on the Roof was produced on the New York Stage by Harold Prince.  The original New York production was directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins. Original choreography reproduced by Kathleen Pearlberg.

Algonquin Arts Theatre (AAT) is a 501c(3) non-profit center for performing arts, providing cultural enrichment and arts education for residents and visitors of Central New Jersey and the Jersey Shore through high quality performances and programs in theatre, music, dance and film. Located in Manasquan, N.J., AAT is an integral part of the Shore region, offering broad access to arts experiences across multiple disciplines. Deeply committed to education, AAT serves students of all ages not only through art and music instruction, but also through the unique communal conversation that exists between audience member and performer. A journeyman house, AAT features the work of young and emerging artists, designers and directors working alongside seasoned professionals. AAT provides a platform for local and regional performers to showcase their work and offers audiences the opportunity to engage very directly and personally in the arts, fostering greater participation and providing an engaging means for exploring personal and societal issues through the world of the stage.

Algonquin Arts Theatre's programs are made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts / Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Funding is also provided by Hackensack Meridian Health, the PNC Foundation, Manasquan Bank, Sunnyside Manor, the Dodge Foundation, the Provident Bank Foundation and the generosity of other businesses and our patrons.