Fiddler on the Roof Teen Production
Teen Musical for age 13-19
RPL is thrilled to present one of the most beloved titles in American Musical Theatre, Fiddler on the Roof. Set in Eastern Europe in 1905, a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community surrounds Tevye the milkman as he tries to protect his daughters 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, to tell a story with the perfect mix humor and heart.
Fiddler on the Roof is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI.)
Teen Musical for age 13-19
RPL is thrilled to present one of the most beloved titles in American Musical Theatre, Fiddler on the Roof. Set in Eastern Europe in 1905, a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community surrounds Tevye the milkman as he tries to protect his daughters 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, to tell a story with the perfect mix humor and heart.
Fiddler on the Roof is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI.)
Production Details
- Performances: September 13-15 at 6pm at RPL's outdoor theatre
- Casting ages 13+. Participating actors must turn 13 by September 1.
- Pre-teen siblings (age 11-12) are invited to participate in a Junior Cast (ensemble with limited rehearsals) or Stage Crew. Auditions are not required for Junior Cast.
- Auditions: Required Group audition is May 3, 4:00-6:30, to learn a dance and song. Individual auditions are May 3 and May 10 (timeslots at multiple times.) Get audition details & signup here.
- Rehearsals begin May 31.
- Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal, or called for the full time. Until August, rehearsals will be once a week, Fridays @ 4:30-7:00.
- Beginning August 1, rehearsals are Thursdays and Fridays 4:00-8:00pm.
- Additional rehearsals may be called, worked around the schedule of the cast.
- Production Week rehearsals are required rehearsals, Mon-Thurs, September 9-12, 4:00-8:00pm
- Rehearsals are held at Read Play Love in Lowry Crossing (East McKinney).
- Teens do not require a parent on site, though you are always welcome to hang out and socialize or help out with the production. However, younger siblings must be supervised by a parent on site, unless an alternative plan is discussed ahead of time.
- Families can come before rehearsals to participate in our RPL Homeschool Activities or enjoy hanging out in the outdoor playspaces or in the library. Siblings are welcome.
- Note that families who wish to participate in more than one RPL musical this summer are welcome to do so. During pre-production weeks, rehearsals for the other show(s) are paused.
What Makes Read Play Love Different?
What makes Read Play Love different is.... the Love!
"Fiddler on the Roof" is different from typical RPL musicals, because we are licensing a classic show, rather than writing the production ourselves. Though we won't be customizing roles for our actors, our focus remains the same as it is for all RPL shows: to nurture the creative self-discovery of each one of our kids.
* Theatre is an extension of RPL's mission: to empower children through the arts and create an inclusive culture of love. We believe all youth can thrive on stage, regardless of experience, skills, background or ability. We mentor kids where they are and help them feel great, stretching them a bit further than they expect...all while being part of an artistic experience.
* Because of its encouraging atmosphere, RPL is the ideal place for kids of all ages to try theatre for the first time, while also is a supportive and safe environment for more experienced performers who are ready to stretch their wings and push themselves to grow further through developing characters and up-leveling performance skills.
"Fiddler on the Roof" is different from typical RPL musicals, because we are licensing a classic show, rather than writing the production ourselves. Though we won't be customizing roles for our actors, our focus remains the same as it is for all RPL shows: to nurture the creative self-discovery of each one of our kids.
* Theatre is an extension of RPL's mission: to empower children through the arts and create an inclusive culture of love. We believe all youth can thrive on stage, regardless of experience, skills, background or ability. We mentor kids where they are and help them feel great, stretching them a bit further than they expect...all while being part of an artistic experience.
* Because of its encouraging atmosphere, RPL is the ideal place for kids of all ages to try theatre for the first time, while also is a supportive and safe environment for more experienced performers who are ready to stretch their wings and push themselves to grow further through developing characters and up-leveling performance skills.
What Does It Cost?
* Non-Member Production Fees: $250/1 child
Family Friendly Pricing: $100 per additional child
* Read Play Love Members: For current RPL Members in a six-month membership commitment to the RPL Community, the discounted Member Prices are $90 for 1 child, $130 for two children, and a family-friendly cap of $170 for 3 or more children. Membership is $30/month for 1 child and $60/month for 2+ children. Click here for info about RPL Membership.
Click here to pay production fee (due May 27)
* Sibling Pre-Teen Junior Cast/Crew: For siblings are 11-12, $50/child (or $25/child for Members)
* Costume costs are the responsibility of parents, but parents work together to decide and make everything as easy and most importantly, cost-effective as possible, often using shared, donated, or secondhand materials to keep costs minimum and much less expensive than other theatre production opportunities.
* A Concessions/Supplies Donation of $10 per production is requested of all families to help with paper/cleaning products and concessions needs.
* Fundraisers, such as t-shirts, photobooks, and production videos, are optional and up to the discretion of each family.
* Parent Crew - Parents are expected to volunteer in a capacity, based on their interests, skills and time available. A form for indicating preferences is given when rehearsals begin. This investment of time is crucial for an all-volunteer production, and we work with each family to find the best fit that works with your schedule.
Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Family Friendly Pricing: $100 per additional child
* Read Play Love Members: For current RPL Members in a six-month membership commitment to the RPL Community, the discounted Member Prices are $90 for 1 child, $130 for two children, and a family-friendly cap of $170 for 3 or more children. Membership is $30/month for 1 child and $60/month for 2+ children. Click here for info about RPL Membership.
Click here to pay production fee (due May 27)
* Sibling Pre-Teen Junior Cast/Crew: For siblings are 11-12, $50/child (or $25/child for Members)
* Costume costs are the responsibility of parents, but parents work together to decide and make everything as easy and most importantly, cost-effective as possible, often using shared, donated, or secondhand materials to keep costs minimum and much less expensive than other theatre production opportunities.
* A Concessions/Supplies Donation of $10 per production is requested of all families to help with paper/cleaning products and concessions needs.
* Fundraisers, such as t-shirts, photobooks, and production videos, are optional and up to the discretion of each family.
* Parent Crew - Parents are expected to volunteer in a capacity, based on their interests, skills and time available. A form for indicating preferences is given when rehearsals begin. This investment of time is crucial for an all-volunteer production, and we work with each family to find the best fit that works with your schedule.
Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
