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RAGTIMETHE SHOW

Lincoln Center Theater's acclaimed revival of the sweeping American epic. Three American stories (Black, immigrant, wealthy) interweave in early 1900s New York. Joshua Henry delivers what critics call some of the most magnificent singing ever heard on Broadway.

Some of the most magnificent singing I have ever heard on Broadway. Not just one showstopper—there are several sending audiences to their feet. This is how you revive a classic.
A GUEST · 2,400 RESPONSES
WHAT THEY SAY

some of the most magnificent singing I have ever heard on Broadway.

left audiences cheering and weeping right from the start.

not just one showstopper, there are several sending audiences to their feet.

resonates deeply in the current political climate.

extended twice due to demand—see it before it closes.

nearly 3 hours is a commitment.

heavy themes may be too intense for some.

closing June 2026—limited time to see it.

BEST FOR
people who love epic American storytellingthose moved by social justice themesfans of powerhouse vocalsanyone wanting a prestige theater experience
NOT FOR

those wanting light entertainment. younger children (nearly 3 hours, heavy themes). people looking for spectacle over substance.

Tony Awards4 of 11
Audience score95
Critic score81
OpenedOctober 2025
Runtime2h 50m (one intermission)
Momentumrising
CULTURAL MOMENT

Fresh off a 4-Tony sweep including Best Revival, Ragtime is riding post-awards momentum into its final weeks, selling out at 100% capacity and grossing over $1.4M weekly. The show feels urgently contemporary as America approaches its 250th anniversary—audiences are drawing direct parallels between turn-of-the-century racial injustice and today's headlines.

SHOW DNA
Emotional Depth95
Musicality93
Intellectual Depth88
Energy82
Darkness78
Spectacle62
Romance45
Adventurousness35
Humor15
Camp Factor8
IN THEIR WORDS
magnificent singingpowerfully emotionaltimely and relevantstanding ovationsepic storytellingvocally splendidhistory comes alivethree hours long
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RESEARCHED JULY 2026