Signature Seminar: Fiddler on the Roof
Oct 16 – Nov 4, 2025Journey to Anatevka with director Joe Calarco and the creative team for this six-part behind-the-scenes seminar into the making of a this iconic musical, including an exclusive look into the dramaturgical research and technical magic as Signature takes Fiddler on the Roof from sunrise to sunset.
Seminar $275
Friends of Signature Price $235
Individual session topics subject to change.
Seminar Schedule
Anatevka – The World of the Play
October 16, 7PM–8PM
Meet with director Joe Calarco and the designers to delve into the world of Czarist Russia. Learn about the set, costumes, dramaturgy and lighting effects and how they will bring Anatevka to life.
Miracle of Miracles – the Music
October 23, 7PM–8PM
Fiddler on the Roof features an iconic score of musical theater. Learn more about the how a cast creates a song, the intricacies of music and lyrics and then enjoy some music performances from the cast.
Now I Have Everything – Tech Rehearsal
October 30, 7PM–9PM
All the physical elements of the show come together as set, costumes, lights and sound are integrated into the rehearsal process for the first time.
Matchmaker – Wandelprobe
November 1, Time TBD
The perfect match of orchestra and actors are joined together as the final element of the show comes into place. Come experience how they add the orchestra along with the staging and blocking in what is called the wandelprobe – or walking rehearsal.
To Life! – Final Dress Rehearsal
November 2, 7:30PM
Sit and watch the first performance of Fiddler the Roof in an exclusive invitation to the final dress rehearsal. The last part of every show is the audience so thank you for helping us bring the show to life!
Sunrise, Sunset – The Conclusion
November 4, 7PM–8PM
You’ve come from conceptual thoughts to final dress rehearsal. Now have a recap over Zoom about the process and your thoughts as we prepare to leave Anatevka.