Auditions for “Fiddler on the Roof”

Posted on June 27, 2026 in General News, Member News

Welcome to the Fiddler on the Roof audition information pages. 

Hopefully all your questions will be answered here.

Fiddler on the Roof is one of the most beloved and enduring musicals ever written. Set in the small Jewish village of Anatevka in Imperial Russia in 1905, the story follows Tevye, a humble milkman, as he struggles to balance cherished traditions with the rapidly changing world around him.

Tevye and his wife, Golde, have five daughters, each of whom challenges customs that have guided their family and community for generations. As the daughters seek love and independence, Tevye is forced to confront difficult questions about faith, family, and the meaning of tradition. His journey is filled with humor, warmth, and heartfelt moments as he wrestles with change while trying to hold his family together.

Featuring a memorable score by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, the musical includes iconic songs such as “Tradition,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” and “To Life.” These songs beautifully capture the joys, hopes, and struggles of the characters while celebrating the strength of community and cultural identity.

Beyond its engaging story and unforgettable music, Fiddler on the Roof explores universal themes that resonate with audiences of all backgrounds. It is a moving tale about love, resilience, acceptance, and the challenge of adapting to change while preserving what matters most.

Rich in humor, emotion, and humanity, Fiddler on the Roof remains a timeless theatrical masterpiece that continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.

What to expect at the audition:

Fill out the audition form. Note: We will take a picture of you if you don’t attach a picture to the audition form.

• You will be asked to have a 2 minute song prepared to sing. Please bring a recorded accompaniment with you. The song should highlight your voice… usually from the musical theatre catalogue in the style of Fiddler. There will be a Bluetooth speaker available to attach your phone to.
• You will be given a ‘side’… section of script… to perform with another person. Look at the section called sides to review the scenes that we will be using. 

It’s that easy.  The most important thing is to relax and have fun.  

Need more information?  Contact Daniel. 

The Characters and Descriptions:

Tevye, the dairyman

Gender: Male

Age: 45 to 60

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: Ab2

Tevye is a likeable, hard-working, pious man who sees the positive side of life. Strong patriarch but gentle father of 5 daughters he has raised according to the Scriptures. He is humorous and relaxed, but when pushed, can show stubbornness and rage. Strong actor who must carry the show and have a good connection with the audience.

*Tradition *If I Were a Rich Man *Sabbath Prayer *To Life *Tevye’s Monologue *The Dream *Sunrise, Sunset *Tevye’s Rebuttal *Do You Love Me? *Chava Sequence *Anatevka

Golde, Tevye’s wife

Gender: Female

Age: 40 to 50

Vocal range top: Eb5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Golde is the real strength behind Tevye, the one who keeps the household going. She isvery concerned that her daughters make good matches and have easier lives than she & Tevye have had. Good comic timing for very funny lines.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *The Dream *Sunrise, Sunset *Do You Love Me? *Anatevka

Yente, the matchmaker

Gender: Female

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: F3

Yente is the middle-aged widow who matches up the young people of the village in the hopes that they will marry. She is the village busybody and knows all the news of the town. She is the comedienne of the show.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer  *The Rumor *Sunrise, Sunset *Anatevka

Lazar Wolf, the butcher

Gender: Male

Age: 40 to 50

Vocal range top: F#4

Vocal range bottom: C3

Lazar is the town’s wealthiest citizen & is the same age, if not older, than Tevye. He wants to marry, by traditional parental agreement, Tevye’s daughter, Tzeitel. Promising to give her a good & secure life. A feisty, comic role.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *To Life *Sunrise, Sunset *Anatevka

Tzeitel, the eldest daughter

Gender: Female

Age: 18 to 25

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Tzeitel is the first daughter to marry and the first to challenge the traditions. She has a desperate crying scene with Tevye when faced with marrying Lazar Wolf instead of Motel, who she really loves. A strong dramatic actress.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *Matchmaker *Anatevka

Motel, the tailor

Gender: Male

Age: 18 to 25

Vocal range top: F#4

Vocal range bottom: E3

Motel is a rather meek & poor tailor who seeks the hand of Tzeitel, and comes into his own in the process! This is a terrific character role needing a sensitive, nervous but loveable portrayal.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *Miracle of Miracles *Anatevka

Hodel, the 2nd eldest daughter

Gender: Female

Age: 18 to 23

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: B3 

Hodel becomes intrigued with the radical, young student, Perchik. She eventually leaves Anatevka to join him in Siberia where he is imprisoned for his reform activities. She sings a haunting solo as she says goodbye to her father at the train station.

*Tradition *Matchmaker *Sabbath Prayer *Sunrise, Sunset *Now I have Everything *Far From the Home I Love 

Perchik, the student

Gender: Male

Age: 20 to 30

Vocal range top: E4

Vocal range bottom: B2

Perchik is a visitor to Anatevka, and therefore, an outsider. He brings with him radical new ideas that challenge the traditions. He falls for Hodel. This role requires an actor capable of showing intensity and an unfailing commitment to his beliefs.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *Sunrise Sunset *Now I Have Everything 

Chava, the 3rd eldest daughter

Gender: Female

Age: 15 to 20

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Chava is the scholarly daughter who loves to read. She falls in love and runs off with Fyedka, a Russian soldier, and breaks her father’s heart. This role requires a capable dramatic actress who can perform an emotional dance.

*Tradition *Matchmaker Matchmaker *Sabbath Prayer *Chava Sequence

Fyedka, a Russian soldier

Gender: Male

Age: 20 to 25

Fyedka, a strong young soldier, sees past his military obligations and falls in love with Chava. He challenges Tevye’s imposed silence towards him. Fyedka has a solo in “To Life” and dances a Russian dance with his fellow soldiers.

*To Life 

Shprintze & Bielke – youngest daughters

Gender: Female

Ages: 8 to 13

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: B3

The two youngest daughters of Tevye & Golde. They take lessons at home from Perchik & appear in several scenes with some speaking lines.

*Tradition *Matchmaker, Matchmaker *Sabbath Prayer *Anatevke

The Constable

Gender: Male

Age: 35 to 45

This Russian military official stationed near Anatevka, knows the villagers well, and even likes some of them, particularly Tevye. But these superficial relationships don’t prevent him from carrying out violence against the people. This is a non-singing role requiring a strong actor.

The Rabbi

Gender: Male

Age: 40 to 70

Anatevka’s Jewish spiritual leader. 

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *To Life *The Dream *The Wedding * Anatevke

Mendel, the Rabbi’s son

Gender: Male

Age: 16 to 25

The Rabbi’s son. He is uncertain of the presence of Perchik in the village.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *To Life *The Rumor *Anatevke

Mordcha, the innkeeper

Gender: Male

Age: 30 to 70

Runs the bar in town and is a friend of Tevye.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *To Life *The Rumor *Anatevke

Avram, the bookseller

Gender: Male

Age: 40 to 60

Vocal range top: Eb4

Vocal range bottom: D3

Runs the bookshop in town and keeps the town advised of all of the news in the area.

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *To Life *The Rumor *Anatevke

Grandma Tzeitel

Gender: Female

Age: 60 to 75

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: C#4

Grandma Tzeitel is a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene and has a wonderful solo, endorsing the marriage of Tzeitel to Motel. It is a very entertaining & memorable role. This actress will also appear as a villager.

Fruma-Sarah

Gender: Female

Age: 35 to 45

*Tradition *Sabbath Prayer *The Dream *Anatevke

Vocal range top: Eb5

Vocal range bottom: C4

Fruma-Sarah is also a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene. She portrays Lazar Wolf’s departed wife & becomes enraged that her husband plans on marrying Tzeitel. It is a show-stopping scene requiring a strong singer to carry a challenging solo. This actress will also appear as a villager.

Nachum the town beggar

Gender: Male 

Age: 30 to 70

The town beggar. The town Hatter. The mother of Motel Fyedka’s Russian friends & fellow soldiers. Christian spiritual leader. Will also play a villager.

Yussel the town Hatter

Gender: Male

Age: 30 to 70

Shandel the mother of Motel 

Gender: Female

Age: 40 to 70

Sasha & Boris Fyedka’s Russian friends & fellow soldiers. 

Gender: Male

Age: 18 to 30

Priest Christian spiritual leader.

Gender: Male

Age: 30 to 70

Will also play a villager

Villagers, Russians & Dancers

Gender: ALL

Age: 8 to 80

These chorus members will portray the people of the village as either Papas, Mamas, Sons or Daughters. Also, Russian soldiers and featured dancers. There will be double casting in these areas as needed. Some smaller speaking roles & solos will be determined during rehearsals.

*Tradition Sabbath Prayer *TheDream  *Sunrise, Sunset *The Rumor *Anatevka

Files for Download

Audition Form
“Sides” for Auditions
Script (Libretto)

Still have questions? Contact Daniel.