The Broadway show Fiddler on the Roof has become a global phenomenon, performed more than any other show, from middle schools in inner cities to high schools in rural America, around the world from grand state theaters in Japan and Vienna to Johannesburg and Mexico City. And yet, this show almost didn’t happen, making its success seem like a miracle. Through interviews with the show’s creators, clips of productions from around the world, and creative animation, this film tells the story of one of the most beloved musicals and explores why it remains relevant in our current times.
Film in Brunswick will be introduced by Abigail Killeen, Associate Professor of Theater and Chair of the Bowdoin Department of Theater and Dance. Discussion will follow the film with Abigail Killeen and special guest Steven Skybell, who played Tevye in the acclaimed Yiddish ‘Fiddler’ Off-Broadway. Mr. Skybell will also be attending the opening night reception.
The Monday, March 30 2 PM showing of the film will be followed by a discussion with Joanne Borts who played Yenta in the Yiddish ‘Fiddler’ Off-Broadway.
The Bangor presentation of this film is made possible by Epstein Commercial Real Estate and by the Sam L. Cohen, Bernard Osher, and Lunder Foundations.
The Brunswick presentation of this film is made possible by The Bowdoin Cinema Studies Program, The Department of Theater and Dance, The Bowdoin Film Society, Bowdoin Hillel, The Rachel Lord Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, and The Blythe Bickel Edwards Fund.
‘A fascinating love letter’ NY Times Critics pick
‘Director Max Lewkowicz delivers an emotional powerhouse’ Rollingstone
Film Details: Documentary/Dir: Max Lewkowicz/USA/2019/97m
Festivals: Atlanta, Boston, Bucharest, Hong Kong, Milwaukee, San Francisco, Toronto, UK Jewish Film Festivals
