WE HAVE ADDED A FEW MORE AUDITION SPOTS FOR MEN.
BOOM! Theatre presents Fiddler on the Roof in the Knight Stage in Akron, Ohio May 1-17th, 2026 for three weekends.
Directed: Warren Scott Friedman
Music Director: Oliver Deak
Audition date added is Tuesday February 3 from 5:00-6:30 by Appointment Only on Sign-Up Genius - CLICK HERE to sign up
Boom! Theater: BOOM Theater: Auditions for Fiddler On The Roof
Callbacks will be Monday February 9 from 6:30-9:00 by Appointment Only
Please prepare a Broadway Song and a 1 Minute Monologue for Auditions
Rehearsals start Sunday March 15 (Sunday-Thursday) with Performances May 1,2,3,8,9,10,15,16,17
Non-Paying
Fiddler on the Roof tells the story of Tevye, a Jewish milkman in 1905 Russia, who struggles to maintain his Jewish traditions as his three oldest daughters challenge the custom of arranged marriages by falling
in love with men of their own choosing. Amidst generational and cultural conflict, his family and their community face escalating anti-Semitic pressure that ultimately forces them to leave their village and the only home they have ever known.
(Male Character Descriptions)
TEVYE : He is a pious Jewish milkman who values tradition and faith above all else. He is the father of 5 daughters and the husband to Golde. He tries to navigate
the changing social dynamics as his girls begin to challenge traditional customs. Tevye often speaks directly to God and the audience, showing a philosophical side full of dreams and wishes. He is a robust character, with a keen sense of humor and excellent
storytelling. VOCAL RANGE: Baritone
LAZAR WOLF : He is a respected member of the community and butcher, but his dreams of marrying Tzeitel are dashed, when she chooses Motel. Lazar Wolf is a complex
character, requiring a strong character actor and singer.
VOCAL RANGE: Baritone
MOTEL THE TAILOR: Character actor role needing someone who can show Motel’s sensitive, nervous but loveable character. Great comic timing and the ability to show
vulnerability. He is a meek and poor tailor. He seeks the hand of Tevye’s eldest daughter, Tzeitel. He clashes with Tevye’s idealism. He is charming and ultimately accepted as part of the family. VOCAL RANGE: Tenor
PERCHIK: Perchik is a visitor and outsider to Anatevka. Actor must show intensity and unfailing commitment to his radical beliefs. He should be able to hold his
own against Tevye as he clashes with him. Perchik is likeable, charming, and ultimately an accepted part of Tevye’s family.
VOCAL RANGE: Tenor/Baritone
FYEDKA : Fyedka is a Russian soldier who falls in love with Chava, Tevye’s 3rd Eldest Daughter, he is kind and stands against prejudice, representing the change
in the outer world. He and Chava elope because Tevye cannot accept this total break in “Jewish Tradition” and he stands up to Tevye. VOCAL RANGE: Tenor
CONSTABLE: Strong character role. Russian military official stationed near Anatevka. He knows the villagers well and likes some of them, especially Tevye. These
friendships do not prevent him from violence against the Jewish Villagers and carries out the orders for them to leave Anatevka. He is part of the Ensemble. VOCAL RANGE: Tenor/Baritone
RABBI: The Rabbi is the Jewish spiritual leader, mostly an acting role. He is part of the ensemble. VOCAL RANGE: Tenor/Baritone
MENDEL: He is the son of the Rabbi. Smaller Acting Role. He is part of the ensemble.
VOCAL RANGE: Tenor/Baritone
MORDCHA: He is the Innkeeper of the local bar and is a good friend of Tevye. They are also part of the ensemble. VOCAL RANGE: Tenor/Baritone
AVRUM: He is the Bookseller. Small acting part and part of the ensemble.
VOCAL RANGE: Baritone
FIDDLER(Male or Female) Small in stature . Appears occasionally in scenes with Tevye . Can play the fiddle .
Valerie Renner
Associate Director – Special Event Programming, Community Events and Show Media
Akron Civic Theatre
182 S. Main Street
Akron OH 44308
PH: 330-535-3179 ext. 207
Fax: 234-525-6467
Email: vrenner@akroncivic.com