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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. This fascinating back story of "Fiddler on the Roof" stirs up tearful memoriesBy TahoemanFiddler on the Roofmdash;just reading the title conjures up warm and tearful recollection of one of the greatest musicals of all time. All those memories well up on reading "Tradition." Somehow; we think of great cultural treasures as being conceived and born just as we finally experience them; but Barbara Isenbergrsquo;s insightful and gripping account of the showrsquo;s gestation proves that this is far from the truth. Everybody thought the show was far too Jewish to succeed with a mass audience; but producer Harold Prince took a chance on it. Director Jerome Robbins constantly shaped and reshaped the work (driving everyone meshuga in the process) and the composers wrote about 50 songs; most of which were cut. Isenberg digs up many wonderful details; such as Zero Mostel constantly breaking character during his performances as Tevye and Norman Jewisonrsquo;s need to use marble dust as fake snow in the movie; or the fact that the ladiesrsquo; stockings were placed over the camera lens during filming. I recommend that you not read this wonderful book at bedtime; because the haunting melodies will start rushing through your mind and keep you wide awake. Happy 50th birthday to Fiddler on the Roof! LChaim! May it live a thousand years!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating back story; human and detailed.By Donna GilbertFascinating evolution of a wonderful play and insights that wed never know about how the script; story; music; direction etc intertwine. Also shows the personalities of the people who made it happen and how they worked together. It made me realize the uncertainties that go along with the unfolding of a play with those who dont think it will have a wide audience and those who see it in a more universal breadth.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. WONDERFUL book on the evolution and production of "Fiddler on the Roof!"By Curtis E. MinerWONDERFUL book on the evolution and production of "Fiddler on the Roof" at a great price and shipped in a timely manner - VERY pleased with the item AND the service!