THEODORE BIKEL in SHOLOM ALEICHEM:

LAUGHTER THROUGH TEARS

December 17, 2008–January 11, 2009

This great theatrical legend returns to Theater J to unveil this movingly delivered, beautifully sung show about the pioneering 19th-century author Sholom Aleichem. Told with warmth, humor and a rich catalogue of Yiddish music in a major event that will be enjoyed by all generations.

A WORLD PREMIERE
By Theodore Bikel
Directed by Derek Goldman
Musical Direction by Tamara Brooks

The Annual Arthur Tracy “The Street Singer” Endowment Fund Production

In the past two seasons, Theodore Bikel (the original Baron Von Trapp in The Sound of Music and Broadway’s mostrecognizable Tevye from Fiddler on the Roof) has starred in Theater J’s The Disputation and Shylock, which sold out 28 of 31 performances. Only subscribers will receive guaranteed seats. Don’t miss out!