RAGTIME The Musical in NYC

🎶 RAGTIME The Musical — A Powerful American Story Reborn 🎶

Sweeping, emotional, and urgently relevant, RAGTIME The Musical returns to New York in a breathtaking new production that captures the promise—and the fault lines—of the American Dream. Adapted from E.L. Doctorow’s acclaimed novel, this epic musical unfolds at the dawn of the 20th century, when hope surged alongside social upheaval, and the future of a nation was being forged.

Set against the rapidly changing backdrop of early America, Ragtime intertwines the lives of three families whose stories reflect the nation’s deepest struggles and highest aspirations. Coalhouse Walker, Jr., a brilliant Black pianist, dreams of dignity and justice alongside his beloved Sarah. Tateh, a Jewish immigrant, fights for survival and opportunity with his young daughter. Meanwhile, a wealthy white family led by Mother begins to question the world they’ve always known. Their journeys—separate yet deeply connected—reveal how race, class, and identity collide in the pursuit of equality and belonging.

Featuring a soaring, unforgettable score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, a powerful book by Terrence McNally, and original orchestrations by William David Brohn, Ragtime blends intimate human stories with monumental historical events. Real-life figures and moments are woven seamlessly into the narrative, creating a musical that feels both personal and profoundly national.

This new revival is directed by incoming Lincoln Center Theater Artistic Director Lear deBessonet and envisioned on the grand stage of the Vivian Beaumont Theater. The cast features Tony nominee Joshua Henry, Olivier and Grammy nominee Caissie Levy, and Tony Award winner Brandon Uranowitz, bringing extraordinary vocal power and emotional depth to this landmark musical.

Profound, moving, and musically lush, RAGTIME is essential Broadway—an unforgettable theatrical experience that speaks to America’s past while resonating powerfully with the present.

📍 Location

Vivian Beaumont Theater
150 W 65th St, New York, NY 10023

Located at Lincoln Center, the Vivian Beaumont Theater’s expansive stage provides the perfect setting for Ragtime’s epic scope and emotional storytelling.

🎟️ Know Before You Go

• Run Time: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes (including one intermission)

• Ticket Limit: Aggregate limit of 8 tickets per order

🎭 Casting Notes

• Joshua Henry will not appear in Sunday matinees from January 11–May 3, and on January 23 and March 13

• Caissie Levy will not appear in the February 8 and March 15 performances

⭐ Why RAGTIME Matters

• One of the most acclaimed American musicals of all time

• Tony Award–winning creative team

• Rich historical storytelling with modern relevance

• Ideal for theater lovers, educators, and audiences seeking meaningful Broadway