We are an independent show guide. Resale ticket prices may be above face value.

Ragtime

Ragtime at Vivian Beaumont Theater

Why see Ragtime?

The Acclaimed Musical Returns

One of the most acclaimed musicals of modern times is back on Broadway following its New York City Center run! The winner of four Tonys during its 1998 Broadway debut production, Ragtime is a grand diorama of early 20th-century American life, featuring appearances from some of the most important figures of the day, including Houdini and Henry Ford, all shot through with the music of ragtime. Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz will reprise their roles, while Lincoln Center Artistic Director Lear deBessone helms the production.


Memorable musical theatre classics including "Wheels of a Dream," "Back to Before," and "Your Daddy's Son,", punctuate the intersecting story of an African-American family, a Jewish immigrant family, and a wealthy suburban WASP family. Brought together in the aftermath of a crime, they interact and influence each other with unexpectedly emotional results. 

Key Information

Run Time

Two hours and 45 minutes with one interval

Dates

Sep 25 - Jan 4, 2026

Cast

  • Caissie Levy as Mother
  • Brandon Uranowitz as Tateh
  • Joshua Henry as Coalhouse Walker, Jr.

Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.

Creative

  • Directed by Lear deBessone
  • Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow
  • Book by Terrence McNally
  • Score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty

Reviews

Customer reviews

Seen Ragtime? Loved it? Hated it?!

Help your fellow New York City Theatre visitors by leaving the first review!

All your reviews

NEWS, TICKETS, THEATRE & MORE

"Broadway and show news straight to your inbox!"

SHARE THE LOVE