Preview: Fiddler on the Roof at Sunderland Empire

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🎻 Fiddler on the Roof Returns: Olivier-Winning Revival Comes to Sunderland This November

Fiddler on the Roof 

Sunderland Empire

Tuesday 25 – Saturday 29 November 2025

The timeless magic of Fiddler on the Roof is set to take centre stage at Sunderland Empire this autumn as the Olivier Award-winning revival embarks on its much-anticipated UK and Ireland tour. Fresh from a triumphant West End run and direct from the Barbican Theatre, this acclaimed production will arrive in Sunderland for a strictly limited run from Tuesday 25 to Saturday 29 November 2025.

Beverley Klein (Yente). Photo: Marc Brenner

This revival swept the 2024 Olivier Awards with wins for Best Musical Revival, Best Set Design, and Best Sound Design, and now brings its power, poignancy, and vibrant storytelling to regional audiences for the first time in over a decade.

At the heart of this beloved musical is Tevye, the humble milkman striving to uphold Jewish traditions in the face of social change in 1905 Anatevka. As each of his five daughters challenges long-held customs with their modern views on love and marriage, Tevye must navigate the tension between honoring the past and embracing the future.

Photo: Marc Brenner

⭐ A Stellar Cast Leads the Revival

This production features a cast of exceptional West End talent. Matthew Woodyatt takes on the iconic role of Tevye, joined by Jodie Jacobs as Golde and Olivier Award nominee Beverley Klein as the spirited matchmaker Yente. The daughters are portrayed by Natasha Jules Bernard (Tzeitel), Georgia Bruce (Hodel), Hannah Bristow (Chava), Ashleigh Schuman (Shprintze), and Georgia Dixon (Bielke).

The ensemble also features Siôn Lloyd as Mordcha the innkeeper, Dan Wolff as Motel, Greg Bernstein as Perchik, and Gregor Milne as Fyedka. The role of Lazar Wolf is brought to life by Michael S. Siegel, with Mark Faith as the Rabbi and Toby Turpin as Mendel. Completing the cast are Raphael Papo (The Fiddler), Roman Lytwyniw (alternate Fiddler), and Karl Wilson as the Constable, among a host of other talented performers.

Photo: Marc Brenner

🎭 A Masterpiece Reimagined

This is not just a revival—it’s a reimagining. Directed by Jordan Fein (Oklahoma, Young Vic) and choreographed by Julia Cheng (Cabaret), with striking design by Tony Award winner Tom Scutt, the creative team behind this production infuses Fiddler on the Roof with fresh vitality while honouring its rich heritage.

Expect heart-stopping performances of timeless songs like “Tradition”, “If I Were A Rich Man”, “Matchmaker”, and “Sunrise, Sunset”—all delivered with the authenticity and emotional resonance that has made this show an enduring classic for generations.

Photo: Marc Brenner

🎟️ Don’t Miss This Rare Theatrical Event

This marks the first UK tour of Fiddler on the Roof in over 12 years, offering local audiences a rare chance to experience one of the greatest musicals ever written in a production that has been hailed as “profoundly moving” and “visually stunning” by critics.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the story, this celebration of family, resilience, and cultural identity promises a night of laughter, tears, and unforgettable music.

Photo: Marc Brenner

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📍 Fiddler on the Roof at Sunderland Empire

🗓️ Tuesday 25 – Saturday 29 November 2025
🕰️ Running Time: Approx. 2 hours 40 minutes (including interval)
👤 Age Guidance: 12+
🎟️ Tickets: Available now at ATGTickets.com/Sunderland (Transaction fee may apply)