Tradition!

The Highly Improbable, Ultimately Triumphant Broadway-to-Hollywood Story of Fiddler on the Roof, the World’s Most Beloved Musical

Since it first opened on Broadway in September 1964, Fiddler on the Roof has constantly been onstage somewhere, including five Broadway revivals, four productions on London's West End, and thousands of schools, army bases, and countries from Argentina to Japan. Barbara Isenberg interviewed the men and women behind the original production, the film, and significant revivals - Harold Prince, Sheldon Harnick, Joseph Stein, Austin Pendleton, Joanna Merlin, Norman Jewison, Topol, Harvey Fierstein, and more - to produce a lively, popular chronicle of the making of Fiddler.

Published in celebration of Fiddler's 50th anniversary, Tradition! is the book for everyone who loves Fiddler and can sing along with the original cast album.

©2014 Barbara Isenberg (P)2016 L.A. Theatre Works

Fantastic!

As a lifelong musical theatre fan, this was everything I wanted it to be and more. Tradition! offers an incredibly rich, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Fiddler on the Roof—from its early development and out-of-town tryouts to its legendary Broadway run, the film adaptation, and its lasting global impact.

What I loved most was how detailed and comprehensive it felt without ever becoming dry. It truly celebrates the artistry, collaboration, and persistence that made Fiddler one of the most beloved musicals of all time.

The narration by Adam Grupper was excellent and kept me engaged throughout. This felt like both a history lesson and a love letter to theatre.

If you have any appreciation for musical theatre, this is absolutely worth the listen.

Adored.

So comforting to listen to the history of this beloved musical. Especially LOVED the narrator (which is essential). Savor every minute!

A wonderful history of a classic story!

I loved this book! First, I thought the narration was wonderful. I’m pretty sure it was just one person who was able to effortlessly move from American to British English, to impersonating well-known actors.

Hearing about how impactful the show has been to so many people over more than 50 years is heartwarming, and shows how small the world really is.

The Broadway story

Turns too soon to collection of nice nostalgia and triviata. Strongest on production of the initial Broadway show