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Production CompanionLearning Guide

Dear Friends,

Welcome to Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s 2018-2019 Seize the Stage Season. We present to you Fiddler on the Roof Jr., an abbreviated version of the beloved musical that has thrilled millions all over the world.

This packet will provide you with classroom tools to help make the connection between arts and education. You will find a summary of the story, student learning activity prompts, and even a coloring page!

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ContentsSummary of Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4The Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Student Learning Activities Questions and Discussion Prompts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Character Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Word Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Coloring Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Additional Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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About Fiddler on the Roof Jr.

Tevye, a respected man in the small village of Anatevka, explains the role of God’s Law in providing

balance and meaning in the Villagers’ lives. Tevye and his fellow Anatevkans extol the virtues of their

Jewish heritage (“Tradition”). Tevye’s family then prepares for the Sabbath while Yente, the matchmaker,

brings the news that she has found in Lazar Wolf, the butcher, a match for Tzeitel, Tevye’s eldest daughter.

Motel, the tailor, visits briefly before being sent away by Tevye’s wife, Golde. Tevye’s youngest daughters,

Shprintze and Bielke, go outside to play while older daughters, Tzeitel, Hodel and Chave, wonder if the

matchmaker will find them the men of their dreams (“Matchmaker”).

Tevye reflects on how he wishes he had a small fortune (“If I Were a Rich Man”). He then meets a

stranger, Perchik, who brings news of trouble in the world beyond Anatevka. Tevye invites the young

revolutionary student to his home for Sabbath dinner in exchange for lessons for his daughters. Before

Sabbath begins, Motel attempts to ask for Tzeitel’s hand, but gets tongue-tied. The family and their

Guests welcome the Sabbath (“Sabbath Prayer”).

The next evening, Tevye goes to meet Lazar Wolf and agrees to the match with Tzeitel. A boisterous

celebration ensues (“To Life”). As Tevye walks home, he meets the Constable, who warns him that a

demonstration is planned against the Jews of Anatevka.

The next day, Perchik and Hodel discuss news of the changing world and begin to develop a

fondness for one another. Meanwhile, Tevye tells Tzeitel about her engagement to Lazar Wolf as Golde

rejoices. Motel reveals to Tevye that he and Tzeitel gave each other a pledge to marry. After a struggle

with himself, Tevye agrees to their marriage. The Villagers gossip in the street about the mix-up in Tzeitel s

marriage plans. As Chava enters Motel’s tailor shop, a group of young Russian Soldiers taunt her. Fyedk,

one of the young soldiers, stops them. Fyedka follows Chava into the shop, and they strike up a friendship.

At the shop, Motel enters and puts on his wedding hat.

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The village gathers for Motel and Tzeitel’s wedding, and the traditional Jewish ceremony takes place

(“Sunrise, Sunset”). After the ceremony, Motel treads on his wedding glass, and a celebration ensues

(“Wedding Dance”). The Constable and his men enter and break up the party with a decisive show of

force. Afterwards, Tevye chats with God about these recent events.

Perchik proposes to Hodel, and she accepts, but he must leave for Kiev. He promises to send for her

as soon as he can. Tevye approves despite his misgivings. Tevye then asks Golde if their own arranged

marriage has somehow turned to love (“Do You Love Me?”) Tevye takes Hodel to the train station. She is

going to Siberia, where Perchik has been sent after his arrest (“Far from the Home I Love”).

Fyedka and Chava have decided to marry. Chava tries to speak to Tevye about the situation, but

he refuses to listen to her and forbids her to ever speak of Fyedka again. Tevye returns home to learn

from Golde that Chava and Fyedka have been married by the Priest. Tevye ignores Chava’s plea for

acceptance and turns her away.

The Constable brings the news that all the Jews of Anatevka must sell their homes and leave in

three days’ time. As Tevye’s family packs their wagon to leave, the other Villagers reflect on their lives in

“Anatevka.” Tzeitel and Motel are staying in Warsaw until they have enough money to go to America. Hodel

and Perchik are still in Siberia. Chava appears with Fyedka, but Tevye still refuses to acknowledge her.

Chava explains that they are leaving because they cannot stay among people who can do such things to

others. As they leave, Tzeitel says goodbye to them, with Tevye prompting her to add, “God be with you!”

Chava and Fyedka leave as Tevye begins to pull the wagon. Other Villagers join the circle, including the

Fiddler, whom Tevye beckons to follow. The Fiddler tucks his fiddle under his arm and follows the group

as they all begin their journey.

The Music in Fiddler on the Roof Jr.

1.) “Tradition”

2.) “Matchmaker”

3.) “If I Were a Rich Man”

4.) “Sabbath Prayer”

5.) “To Life”

6.) “Sunrise, Sunset”

7.) “Do You Love Me?”

8.) “Far From the Home I Love”

9.) “Anatevka”

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Student Learning Activities

Questions and Discussion Prompts

1.) What does a composer do?

2.) What does a lyricist do?

3.) What does a choreographer do?

4.) What does a director do?

5.) What does a producer do?

6.) What religion are Tevye and his family?

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7.) How many daughters does Tevye have?

8.) What is Tevye’s job?

9.) What song does the musical open with?

10.) Name the song in which Tevye dreams of having lots of money?

11.) Who has Tevye promised could marry his eldest daughter?

12.) Why are Tevye and his friends often afraid of the authorities?

13.) What country is this musical set in?

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14.) In what song do the daughters dream of their future husbands?

15.) What was Motel’s “new arrival” that had the whole village excited?

16.) In the end where does Tevye and his family move?

17.) Fiddler on the Roof is leading up to what historical event in Russia?

18.) Give three examples of Jewish tradition shown in this musical.

19.) Why does Tevye disown his 3rd oldest daughter?

20.) What is “Fiddler on the Roof” a metaphor for?

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21.) How does Tevye trick his wife into canceling the arranged marriage of his eldest

daughter to the butcher?

22.) In Jewish culture what is the term of respect used for man?

23.) Who arranges marriages for poor families?

24.) What is the name of the village that Tevye lives in?

25.) What song is sung at the wedding of Motel and Tzeital?

26.) What is Motel’s job?

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Character Study

Explain what each character does in the show and how they are related to each other.

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3. Golde

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4. Rabbi

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7. Lazer Wolf

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8. Hodel

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10. Chava

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Word Search

Find the words below associated with Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s production of Fiddler on the Rood Jr. and circle them. Words can be found horizontally, vertically, and diagonally and can appear in any direction (left to right, right to left, top to bottom, or bottom to top).

ANATEVKACHAVACONSTABLEFRUMASARAH

FYEDKAGOLDEHODELJEWISH

LAZERWOLFMOTELPERCHIKRABBI

RUSSIATEVYETZEITALYENTE

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Additional ResourcesWe have provided some website links that may be beneficial.

More Student Matinees at PMT:

www.pittsburghmusicals.com/education/matinee/

More Information About Fiddler on the Roof Jr. the Musical:

www.mtishows.com/fiddler-on-the-roof-jr

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Pittsburgh Musical Theater would like to thank you for joining us for our2018-2019 Seize the Stage season!