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39| The IFP -H alton H ills | T hursday,N ovem ber 30,2017 theifp.ca If you're interested in watching a man sing about being a rich man and shak- ing his shoulders, the Globe's Fiddler on the Roof is for you. The play is more than just dance moves and woes: it is a story based on a Jew- ish man who lives strongly by his religious beliefs, but life has a way of testing him. The play takes place in Imperial Russia in the early 1900s, and the family man, Tevye, has five daughters. The three eldest daughters have marriage on their mind, and how Tevye copes with each situation tests his religious strength. When I say I know this play, I mean I know it: as an avid Stratford festivalgoer, Fiddler was my first ever play, and you don't forget your first plays. As I sat in the John El- liott Theatre, the songs I heard so long ago came back to life on stage, and the Globe's rendition is a beautiful homage to the classic story. Mark Llewellyn, who played Tevye, could not have captured the charac- ter's spirit any better. He was wholesome, trustwor- thy and honest, and he gar- nered the audience's atten- tion every time he was on the stage. Michelle Gardner, who played Tevye's wife, Golde, portrayed the strong char- acter beautifully. She looked like she was comfortable and relaxed on stage, as she was effortless- ly hitting those high notes. Now, the daughters: Tzeitel, played by Katrina Gibson; Hodel, played by Holly Bell-Young; Chava, played by Julia Pulo; Shprintze, played by Anna- bella Pellizzari; and finally, Bielke, played by Angelica Pellizzari. Each and every actress nailed their character's personality, each one dif- ferent than the next. Hear- ing them sing in one of the first songs, Matchmaker, Matchmaker, promised a night filled with wonderful music, and it did not disap- point. Tzeitel, Hodel and Cha- va had "guy troubles," and those suitors portrayed their characters just as well: Jordan May, who played Perchik: a scholar, and welcomed Hodel into his world; David Bernacki, who played Motel: a poor tailor who won the heart of Tzeitel and more impor- tantly, Tevye; and Jonah DeNardis, who played Fyedka; a Russian soldier who proved too much a test for Tevye. Shout out to Lee-Ann Jones, who portrayed the definitely-not-complaining Yente; to William Reill, who played Lazar Wolf, the wealthy butcher; and Nan- ci McNeil-Llewellyn, who played a hilarious vision of Grandma Tzeitel. Of course, the rest of the cast should be commended for their efforts in a beauti- ful performance. At one point during the performance, the theatre is darkened, and the full cast swallows the room with dimly lit candles, creating an overwhelmingly emo- tional moment - it was beautifully done and should not be missed. The play will be continu- ing Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. Pick up your tickets be- cause you don't want to miss this. ARTS Globe's 'Fiddler on the Roof' a must-see KATHRYN BOYLE kboyle@theifp.ca The Georgetown Choral Society invites the community out to a Christmas concert this Saturday, Dec. 2. The chorus will be performing Handel's Messiah. The piece was created by George Frideric Handel, and was first performed for King George II. This music is best known and most fre- quently performed by choral works in Western music, and the performance in Georgetown features a full orchestra and soloists. For more information, visit georgetownchoral.ca/index.html. COMMUNITY Georgetown Choral Society hosts the Christmas concert this weekend KATHRYN BOYLE kboyle@theifp.ca When you see news happening let us know... Get Connected 905-877-123790Certified Mechanics on Duty JUST ASK! SHOCKS & STRUTS CARS, TRUCK ATV'S We are Diesel Vehicle Specialists! Fleet Maintenance/Programs Available all auto & truck service SEE US FOR ALL YOUR BATTERY NEEDS! Car & Truck, ATV, RV, Motorcycles, Watercraft & More! S TS Vehicles Most Vehicles $2995 ONLY • Oil Change • Antifreeze Check • Lubrication • 52 point inspection • Battery & Wiper Blade Check • FREE FLUID TOP UPS Best Quality & Best Pricing 20 Armstrong Avenue, Georgetown COUPON * Up to 6 Ltr. Limited time offer • Upgrade to synthetic for $15 extra.