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Jewish Family Theatre

Adult Services Director:
Orly Lewis • 545-8610
olewis@weinsteinjcc.org

Artistic Director:
Debra Clinton • 545-8232
dclinton@weinsteinjcc.org

The Weinstein JCC’s Jewish Family Theatre is the only Jewish Theatre in the Richmond area. It helps to meet the cultural needs of the growing Jewish community in Richmond and surrounding areas, by producing theatre with Jewish content. JFT is committed to presenting plays which challenge, enlighten and entertain…plays which otherwise might not be produced in this area…plays which connect Jews to their own cultural community, and build bridges to others.

The JFT gives a voice to the creativity brimming in our community and encourages people to explore the art in their own lives, as well as bring theatre to the community that is both affordable, and the highest quality.

As a true community theatre, the JFT operates with an all-volunteer base. Further, we are dedicated to offering a variety of opportunities for our community to learn, enjoy, and participate in all aspects of live theatre. We welcome friends of all ages and ethnicities, from beginners to experienced pros, and ask them to help us explore the magic of the stage.

For ticket information contact Orly Lewis, 545-8610 or via email olewis@weinsteinjcc.org

 

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2009 – 2010 Weinstein JCC’s Jewish Family Theatre Season

Fiddler on the Roof

Inspired by stories of Sholem Aleicheim, this classic and sentimental musical by Sheldon Harnick, Joseph Stein and Jerry Bock made its debut on Broadway in 1964. Blending drama with uplifting comedy and music, it won nine Tony Awards. Among its many musical highlights are the songs “Tradition,” “Matchmaker” and “If I Were a Rich Man.”

Set in the Tsarist Russia of 1905, Fiddler on the Roof tells the tale of humble dairyman Tevye, an old-fashioned father who wants to see his daughters married in the traditional Jewish way. But as the atmosphere of revolution begins to eddy about them, the family is thrown into emotional turmoil as the former certainties of Tevye’s world are inexorably swept away.

Audition information:

Auditions will be open to all ages, with limited roles available for children. Auditions will be Wednesday, September 16th from 6:30-9PM at the Weinstein JCC. All auditionees will be asked to sing a song. An accompanist will be provided, or you may sing with a cd accompaniment track. For questions or more information please contact dclinton@weinsteinjcc.org 285-6500

Musical show time:
Thursday December 10th 7:30PM - Opening night

Saturday December 12th 7:30PM

Sunday December 13th 2PM

Thursday December 17th 7:30PM

Saturday December 19th 7:30PM

Sunday December 20th 2PM

$8.00 Members
$15.00 non members
$10.00 seniors and students

Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended