RAGTIME at Lincoln Center Theater Now On-Sale to Groups!

RAGTIME is a sweeping musical adaption of E. L. Doctorow’s novel that follows three fictional families in pursuit of the American Dream at the dawn of the 20th century: Black pianist Coalhouse Walker, Jr. and his beloved Sarah, Jewish immigrant Tateh and his little girl, and a wealthy white family led by matriarch Mother. All grasping for the same dream, if only they can hold onto it.

Featuring a lush score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, a stirring book by Terrence McNally, and original orchestrations by William David Brohn, all of whom won Tony Awards® for their work, RAGTIME weaves fictional narratives with real historical figures and events, creating a rich tapestry that blurs the line between personal struggle and national identity, and makes history feel both intimate and epic.

Incoming LCT Artistic Director Lear deBessonet (Tony®-nominated for her celebrated 2022 revival of INTO THE WOODS) directs a new production, envisioned for the grand Vivian Beaumont stage, starring Tony nominee Joshua Henry (INTO THE WOODS, CAROUSEL), Olivier and Grammy® nominee Caissie Levy (HAIR, FROZEN) and Tony winner Brandon Uranowitz (LEOPOLDSTADT, LCT’s FALSETTOS).