Maggie Magill as Golde, Zeke Crocker as Tevye, and Grace Magill as Tzeitel
“Tradition!” takes center stage this spring as Mars Hill Academy proudly presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Audiences are invited to step into the village of Anatevka, where Tevye, a warmhearted milkman, his wife Golde, and their five spirited daughters find themselves caught between the comforts of long-held traditions and the uncertainties of a changing world. With humor, heart, and a few miracles of its own, this family-friendly production brings to life the timeless struggle of holding fast to faith while the world begins to “turn, turn, turn.”
“Fiddler on the Roof is a story about the tension between tradition and change — something every generation faces,” explained director Abbie Patrick. “Our cast has embraced these characters with remarkable depth and joy, and I believe audiences will see not only a beautiful musical, but also a reflection of enduring faith and hope. This is also very much a story for families and parents. We hope that parents who come to see our production see themselves in Tevye and Golde as they navigate their hopes, expectations, and fears for their children.”
Through rich storytelling and unforgettable songs, theatergoers can expect a performance that inspires laughter, reflection, and melodies that linger long after the curtain falls.
The cast includes Zeke Crocker of Maineville as Tevye, Maggie Magill of Maineville as Golde, Grace Magill of Maineville as Tzeitel, Emma May of Mason as Hodel, Adali Belcher of Maineville as Chava, Christian Shehane of Springboro as Motel, Hugh Patrick of Clarksville as Perchik, Marko Mavridis of Lebanon as Fyedka, Adelaide Solomon of Mason as Yente, and Elijah Forster of Clarksville as Lazar Wolf.
Other cast members include Camdon Hutchinson of Cincinnati as Mordcha, Abel Johnson of Middletown as the Rabbi, Liam Bedinghaus of Loveland as Mendel, Christopher Sheldon of Fairfield as Avram, Eli Lewandowski of Pleasant Plain as the Fiddler, William Wheeler of Centerville as the Constable, Emily Frank of Mason as Grandma Tzeitel, Louisa Graham of Loveland as Fruma Sarah, Elliana Walls of Maineville as Shaindel, Luke Perin of West Chester Twp. as Nachum, and Drew Pullins of Liberty Twp. as Sasha.
The ensemble also features Sydel Belcher of Maineville, Lydia Bell of Cincinnati, Esther Costa of Cincinnati, Will Davis of Middletown, Ryanne Franks of Maineville, Clara Graham of Loveland, Naomi Johnson of Mason, Kaden Knodel of Springboro, Lydia LaFleur of West Chester Twp., Clara Grace Mahl of Lebanon, Rebecca Minick of Glendale, Annie Pawlak of Mason, Ellery Powers of Maineville, Joshua Sheldon of Fairfield, Abby St. Clair of Maineville, Leon Tu of Cincinnati, Ellie Warren of Loveland, and Annie Wheeler of Centerville.
How to Go
What: Fiddler on the Roof presented by Mars Hill Academy
When: Thursday-Saturday, March 26-28, 2026
Where: Dave Finkelman Auditorium, Miami University Middletown
4200 N. University Blvd., Middletown, OH 45042
Tickets: Available online at www.marshill.edu/fiddler
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