Although a musical, Fiddler is not just another "cutesy" musical. It is an in depth look at a man dealing with his traditions in changing times in pre-Communist Russia where he is persecuted as a Jew. Others in the story are also dealing with duty and expectations while trying to deal with the changes around them. The musical format unfortunately has had a bad rap in recent years, but it helps to make the story less harsh and more palatable. In the end, Fiddler leaves viewers, who take the time to listen and watch, asking questions about themselves, such as their own ability to be tolerant of others and their ability to hold on to their identity in the midst of chaos. Fiddler is a real entertaining and intellectually challenging few hours that are well worth it.
Review of Fiddler on the Roof
