Fiddler On The Roof

Step into the heartfelt world of Fiddler on the Roof, where tradition, love, and change collide in the most musical way possible. This Austin Opera production brings Tevye’s story to vivid life with a full orchestra, soaring vocals, and all the iconic moments that have made this show a classic for generations.

Follow Tevye, a poor but big-hearted milkman, as he navigates the joys and heartbreaks of raising five strong-willed daughters in a close-knit village. Each daughter dares to follow her heart in ways that challenge the customs Tevye holds dear, forcing him to wrestle—often hilariously, often painfully—with what can bend and what must remain unbroken.

Even as Tevye jokes with God and negotiates with fate, a darker reality looms over the village, threatening their long-standing way of life. The result is a powerful blend of humor, romance, and poignancy that lands with surprising resonance today.

• Experience legendary songs like "Matchmaker," "If I Were a Rich Man," "Miracle of Miracles," and "Sunrise, Sunset" performed by top-tier vocalists and the Austin Opera Orchestra and Chorus.
• Enjoy a richly detailed production inspired by Klezmer music traditions, giving the score an irresistible, toe-tapping energy.
• See a fresh, large-scale staging created in partnership with a major opera company, blending operatic power with Broadway storytelling.
• Perfect for musical-theater lovers, opera fans, and anyone who enjoys an emotionally rich, character-driven story.

Whether you come for the music, the moving family drama, or the timeless themes of faith and resilience, this Fiddler on the Roof will have you humming on the way out and maybe even rethinking what tradition means to you.