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National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's production of

Fiddler on the Roof

February 13 – March 14, 2027

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Center Theatre Group presents National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s Production of
Fiddler on the Roof
In Yiddish with English and Russian Supertitles
Based on Sholem Alechem stories by special permission of Arnold Perl
Book by Joseph Stein
Music by Jerry Bock
Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick
Originally produced for the New York Stage by Harold Prince
Original New York Stage Production Directed and Choreographed by Jerome Robbins
Yiddish Translation by Shraga Friedman
Musical Direction and Conducted by Zalmen Mlotek
New Choreography, Associate Direction, and Production Staging by Staś Kmieć
Directed by Joel Grey
Featuring Steven Skybell as Tevye

Ticket Price (all-in pricing including fees)

Starts at $37.95

Run Time

3 hours, including one intermission.

Friends Ticket Presale

Presale: Wednesday, October 21

Amex Presale Tickets®*

Presale: Wednesday, October 28 10AM PT

Priority Access

On sale: Wednesday, November 4

Single Tickets

On sale: Thursday, November 5

PERFORMED IN YIDDISH WITH ENGLISH SUPERTITLES

In 2018, New York-based National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene reestablished Fiddler on the Roof as a piece of seminal Jewish culture, translating the script and lyrics into Yiddish with English supertitles, and employing a top-notch cast led by Steven Skybell as Tevye and Jackie Hoffman as Yente, and directed by Joel Grey. What was planned as a six-week engagement became an 18-month phenomenon, earning the Drama Desk Award for Best Revival of a Musical and becoming one of the most talked-about theatrical events of the decade. The results were historic, praised as fresh, authentic, personal, and highly emotional. The New York Times critic Jesse Green exclaimed, “even the jokes were making me cry.

Fiddler on the Roof  is one of the most beloved and successful musicals in Broadway history, resonating for generations across cultures and continents. NYTF’s Yiddish production offers something truly singular: the opportunity to experience this iconic work in the original language of Sholom Aleichem’s Tevye the Milkman stories. Hearing Fiddler in Yiddish is akin to hearing Puccini in Italian or Carmen in French—an authentic, emotionally rich encounter that deepens the power of the storytelling. The sounds of Yiddish, once the daily language of 12 million Jews before the war, add resonance, intimacy, and historical meaning to every moment.

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Critics’ Pick

"It offers a kind of authenticity no other American Fiddler ever has."

The New York Times

"It demands to be seen!"

The Hollywood Reporter

"Perhaps the most unifying American musical of the 20th century."

Los Angeles Times

Showtimes & Tickets

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OH, MARY! at the Ahmanson Theatre from November 10-29

DESTINY OF DESIRE at the Mark Taper Forum from November 17 - December 13.

CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG at the Ahmanson Theatre from December 12 - January 3.

  • Saturday, February 13, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Sunday, February 14, 2027

    7:00PM

  • Tuesday, February 16, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Wednesday, February 17, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Thursday, February 18, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Friday, February 19, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Saturday, February 20, 2027

    2:00PM

  • Saturday, February 20, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Sunday, February 21, 2027

    1:00PM

  • Sunday, February 21, 2027

    7:00PM

  • Tuesday, February 23, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Thursday, February 25, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Friday, February 26, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Saturday, February 27, 2027

    2:00PM

  • Saturday, February 27, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Sunday, February 28, 2027

    1:00PM

  • Sunday, February 28, 2027

    7:00PM

  • Tuesday, March 2, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Wednesday, March 3, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Thursday, March 4, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Friday, March 5, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Saturday, March 6, 2027

    2:00PM

  • Saturday, March 6, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Sunday, March 7, 2027

    1:00PM

  • Sunday, March 7, 2027

    7:00PM

  • Tuesday, March 9, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Wednesday, March 10, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Thursday, March 11, 2027

    2:00PM

  • Thursday, March 11, 2027

    7:30PM

  • Friday, March 12, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Saturday, March 13, 2027

    2:00PM

    ACCESS

  • Saturday, March 13, 2027

    8:00PM

  • Sunday, March 14, 2027

    1:00PM

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Show Details

Promotions & Events

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Experience the magic of an opening night in the heart of LA with Premiere Pass! Join other theatregoers under 40 for a buzzy evening with drinks and celeb sightings. Learn more and become a Premiere Pass member.

Thursday, February 18, 2027 at 7:30PM

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A Night at FIDDLER ON THE ROOF presented by American Express

Join us for a special post-show conversation. Terms apply.

Thursday, March 4, 2027 at 7:30PM

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Family Day

Everyone's invited! Join us for Family Day for Fiddler on the Roof! 

Saturday, March 13, 2027 at 2PM

 

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KCRW Nights

KCRW Members are invited to our Premiere Pass receptions—exclusive pre-show events featuring light bites, wine, and great company before opening night performances at the Ahmanson Theatre. 

Thursday, February 18, 2027

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Senior Citizen Day

Come for the music, stay for the memories, and celebrate tradition! Seniors 65+ receive exclusive discounted tickets for this special performance. It’s a perfect afternoon to make a little tradition of your own! If you're part of a senior center, living or social group, Contact Group Services to reserve your seats. Group 10+ tickets are available now!

Thursday, March 11, 2027 at 2PM

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Cast

Tevye

Steven Skybell

Yente

Jackie Hoffman

  • A man stands on stage stands smiling out at the audience. He is wearing a hat, a tallit and a vest. There is a wagon with a metal jug in it behind him.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man stands on stage stands with his arms out. He is wearing a black hat and a gray vest as well as a tallit. There is a jug to the right and behind him.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man gestures towards the audience with his arms out as he sings. He is wearing a black hat, a gray vest and a tallit.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man stands on stage stands with his arms out, he is smiling at the audience. He is wearing a black hat and a gray vest as well as a tallit.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man stands on stage stands with his arms out, he is smiling up at the sky. He is wearing a black hat and a gray vest as well as a tallit.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man stands on stage stands and points his right arm up at the sky while looking up slightly. He is wearing a black hat and a gray vest as well as a tallit.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man stands on stage stands with his right arm extended to the audience. He is wearing a black hat and a black trench coat. He is holding a brown book in his left hand.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A man stands on stage carries a wagon behind him with two metal jugs inside. He is wearing a black hat and a gray vest as well as a tallit.

    Steven Skybell in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

  • A woman on stage stands with both arms extended to the audience looking to the side.

    Jackie Hoffman in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Photo by Victor Nechay.

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