Fiddler on the Roof
a Rose Center Theater Musical Production
The Rose Center Theater invites performers to submit virtual self-tape auditions for its upcoming production of Fiddler on the Roof. Producers are seeking adult performers ages 15+ for all roles, as well as youth performers ages 8–14 for the roles of Shprintze and Bielke. Read below for full audition details.
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Fiddler on the Roof
Book by Joseph Stein
Music by Jerry Bock
Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick​
Set in the village of Anatevka, Fiddler on the Roof is a sweeping, deeply human story about family, faith, love, and survival in a world on the brink of change. Rich with humor and heart, it remains one of the most beloved musicals of all time.
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Audition Information​​​​
All auditions will be accepted via self-tape only. No in-person initial auditions.​
Please submit asap. Submission Deadline: Friday, January 16 at 5:00 PM PDT
Submissions made after the deadline will not be considered.
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What to Prepare
Vocal Audition: Prepare 32 bars (no more than 1 minute) of a Broadway or Broadway-style musical theater song that best showcases your voice and storytelling ability. Singing from either show is welcome but not required. Please do not sing a cappella. Use a piano or karaoke accompaniment. Choose material appropriate to the style of Fiddler on the Roof.
Movement / Dance: A dance or movement reel is optional and only recommended if available.
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Callback Information
Callbacks will be by invitation only and held in person on Monday evening, January 19th. Time TBC.
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Important Dates
First Rehearsal: Evening of Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - time TBC.
Tech Week: February 15-19, 2026
Performance Dates:
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Fridays: February 20, 27, and March 6 at 7:30 PM
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Saturdays: February 21, 28, and March 7 at 7:30 PM
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Sundays: February 22, March 1, and March 8 at 2:00 PM
All performers must be fully available for tech week and all scheduled performances.
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Rehearsals
Rehearsals are typically held on weekday evenings and select weekends. Performers are only called when needed. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be distributed following casting.
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Contract
This is a non-union, civic production. A stipend will be provided for select roles. At this time, only local performers will be considered.
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What You'll Need for the Audition Form​:
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A Current Headshot (in color - please do not upload a b&w photo)
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A PDF of your resume
If submitting a self-tape
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One (1) video link featuring your SLATE and SONG combined into a single clip.
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One (1) video link of your dance or movement reel (optional - only if available).​
Self-Tape Instructions:
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Start with a Slate (include: name, height, age if under 18, location)
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Performance of your audition song (with accompaniment/karaoke track - please do not sing a cappella)
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Film in landscape mode and keep your chest and full face in frame
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Use good front lighting (natural light or ring light recommended)
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Before submitting watch your tape to make sure we can hear and see you clearly
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Upload videos to YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or Dropbox. Ensure links are set to “shareable” and not password-protected. If we are unable to view your video links, your audition will not be reviewed. ​​​​​​
Seeking the Following
(the role of Tevye has been cast)
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MOTEL, the Tailor: Male, 18–30. Tenor (E3–F#4). Sensitive, nervous, and lovable with strong comic timing and vulnerability. Moves well. A poor tailor who finds courage through love.
PERCHIK, the Student: Male, 18–25. Tenor (B2–E4). Intense, idealistic, and charismatic. Strong acting required. Moves well. A radical thinker who challenges tradition and falls in love with Hodel.
FYEDKA, the Russian Soldier: Male, 20–30. Primarily speaking role with featured tenor solo in “To Life.” Strong actor; Russian accent required. Strong dancer preferred. A gentle outsider whose love challenges boundaries.
LAZAR WOLF, the Butcher: Male, 40–60. Baritone (C3–F#4). Strong comedic actor with presence. Moves well. Wealthy, proud, and resentful after losing Tzeitel.
THE CONSTABLE: Male, 35–60. Non-singing. Strong character actor. A familiar authority figure whose loyalty ultimately lies with oppressive orders.
GOLDE: Female, 40–55. Mezzo/Alto (A3–Eb5). Strong actor with sharp comic timing. Moves well. Tevye’s practical, strong-willed wife and emotional backbone of the family.
TZEITEL: Female, 18–20. Soprano/Alto (B3–D5). Strong dramatic actor. Moves well. Eldest daughter who defies tradition for love.
HODEL: Female, 16–20. Soprano (B3–E5). Strong dramatic actor with emotional depth. Moves well. Falls in love with Perchik and chooses conviction over comfort.
CHAVA: Female, 16. Soprano/Alto. Strong dramatic actor. Ballet or lyrical dance preferred. A thoughtful daughter whose forbidden love breaks her father’s heart.
SHPRINTZE: Female, 10–14. Soprano/Alto. Few lines; strong stage presence. Moves well.
BIELKE: Female, 8–12. Soprano/Alto. Few lines; strong stage presence. Moves well.
YENTE, the Matchmaker: Female, 45–60. Soprano/Alto (F3–F5). Strong comedic actor. Moves well. A meddling, gossip-loving village fixture.
GRANDMA TZEITEL: Female, 50–75. Mezzo/Alto (C#4–D5). Strong character actor. Moves well. Appears as a ghost in the Dream sequence. Doubles in ensemble.
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THE FIDDLER: Male or Female. Small in stature. Must move well.
FRUMA-SARAH: Female, 35–55. Mezzo/Alto (C4–Eb5). Very strong actor required. Moves well. A show-stopping ghostly warning in the Dream sequence.
ENSEMBLE / CHORUS: Performers of various ages to portray the villagers of Anatevka (Mamas, Papas, Sons, Daughters). Ensemble members may also be assigned featured, named roles.