Watts Family

Fiddler on the Roof is one of Molly’s all-time favorite movies.  I had never seen it before we were married, an absolutely horrifying revelation for Molly (it was probably a good thing she found out post-wedding).  We were really excited when we found out that the play was coming to Chicago.  But, it went to the next level when we discovered that it was the farewell tour for Topol, the guy who played Tevye in the original movie.  This guy…..

So we made the huge sacrifice and walked all 5 blocks from our apartment to the theatre.  We had great seats on the 4th row and had an incredible time.  We couldn’t believe how good Topol looked and shimmied for a 74 year old.  Molly has told me at least 10 times today that I need to sing and shimmy like him every day so that I can be in as good of shape when I’m that old.   (skip to the 14 second or 38 second mark to see what I’m talking about)

I don’t know how many other cities are on the tour, but if you get a chance, we highly suggest you go.  Possibly the best part of the night, though, happened as we were walking home when Molly said, “that just made living in Chicago completely worth it”.  Translation:  I may have purchased at least one more Chicago winter from her.  I need to think of something to top it next year in case I need to buy another.  Suggestions?

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