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Regent's Park's Acclaimed 'Fiddler on the Roof' Announces Barbican Transfer and UK Tour

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January 20, 2025

By

Julia Jordan

In a significant development for British theatre, the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's celebrated production of Fiddler on the Roof has today announced its transfer to the Barbican Theatre, followed by an extensive UK tour. This marks the first UK tour of the beloved musical in over twelve years, representing a major commitment to bringing high-quality theatre to audiences nationwide.

London Transfer

Following its sold-out success at Regent's Park, the production will take residence at the prestigious Barbican Theatre from 24 May - 9 July 2025, bringing this acclaimed interpretation to a wider London audience. One of the keys for this transfer will be to maintains the production's artistic integrity while adapting to an indoor venue.

UK Tour

The subsequent tour, running from July 24 to December 6, 2025, represents a significant commitment to regional theatre, bringing this celebrated production to audiences across the country. This marks the first major tour of Fiddler on the Roof in over a decade.

  • 24 - 26 July: Bromley Churchill Theatre

  • 28 July - 2 August: Leeds Grand Theatre

  • 4 - 9 August: Belfast Grand Opera House

  • 11 - 16 August: Norwich Theatre

  • 18 - 23 August: Nottingham Concert Hall

  • 25 - 30 August: Bristol Hippodrome

  • 8 - 13 September: Edinburgh Festival Theatre

  • 15 - 20 September: High Wycombe Swan Theatre

  • 22 - 27 September: Liverpool Empire

  • 29 September - 4 October: Southend Cliffs Pavilion

  • 6 - 11 October: Dublin Bord Gáis Theatre

  • 13 - 18 October: Dublin Bord Gáis Theatre

  • 20 - 25 October: Manchester Palace Theatre

  • 27 October - 1 November: Manchester Palace Theatre

  • 3 - 8 November: Eastbourne Congress Theatre

  • 10 - 15 November: Canterbury Marlowe Theatre

  • 17 - 22 November: Cardiff New Theatre

  • 24 - 29 November: Sunderland Empire

The creative team has worked to ensure that the production's celebrated elements will translate effectively from the unique setting of Regent's Park to both the Barbican and touring venues. This adaptation process demonstrates the production's versatility and universal appeal.

The production has garnered praise for its fresh perspective on the classic musical while maintaining the emotional depth and cultural authenticity that has made "Fiddler on the Roof" a beloved piece of theatre for generations.

This widespread distribution of a major production represents an important moment in making high-quality theatre accessible to audiences throughout the UK. The tour's extensive schedule demonstrates a commitment to regional theatre development.

As preparations begin for both the Barbican transfer and subsequent tour, anticipation builds for what promises to be a significant theatrical event of 2025. The production team has expressed confidence in maintaining the high standards that earned the show its initial acclaim.


Photos from Regent's Park production. Photo credit Marc Brenner.

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