Who would've thought an all Yiddish production of a frequently revived musical would be such a hit? Selling out consistently for six full months in a 375-seat house would've been a feat enough - but to transfer to a commercial run is something I'm sure no one really dreamed of back in June.
I'm worried this may lose some of the ~novelty~ factor once it's in midtown, and I don't know how many tourists will be springing to see it. They'd be smart to do an extra weekday matinee (as they normally do 3 or 4) and get as many school groups in as possible.
It won't run forever at Stage 42 (maybe not even through the summer), but damn am I glad it's coming uptown. I highly encourage anyone to see it - it's so wonderful.
No it does, but they also house a bunch of other shows that I'm sure either share in the cost, or would make it less. But it just seems like such a small production to put into that vast space. But maybe they'll up the production value a little.
For real tho. Anybody got the scoop on tickets? I asked the folk at National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene and they made it sound like they didn't have much to do with the transfer... at least logistically.
Presale is going on now, for the first 6 weeks of performances. Use code FIDDLER on Telecharge Offers. FYI, after opening on 4/21, the show runs on a Wednesday-Sunday schedule, with 2 shows on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Just saw it tonight and have to agree with all the enthusiasm. It's wonderful. Great performances, great staging, great band.... and makes you appreciate this fantastic show in a whole new way. Whole cast delivers, especially Skybell, who re-defines Tevya for me. It's a brilliant, grounded, real portrayal I won't ever forget. Loved this production beyond words. Joel Grey deserves kudos for brilliant direction, too.
For this production, is there anything on stage that might obscure views from the sides of the theater? Looking to catch this in March as the last show slot for my trip. Most of the mid orchestra seats left are premium for my date (Aside from the front row, which I'm concerned may be too close for this production, as I've never been to Stage 42 so I don't know how the stage height is). Just want to make sure that if I pick a seat on the side orchestra I won't miss anything. Any help is appreciated!
Based on seeing it (and loving it) at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, I can't think of anything you'll miss sitting in side orchestra, but obviously it a different theater, though still only a 499 capacity. I'm looking forward to seeing it there as well.
CZJ at opening night party for A Little Night Music, Dec 13, 2009.