Ragtime on Broadway tickets
About Ragtime
See this sprawling American epic, now a winner of four Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Ragtime is a sweeping story of three families in New York at the dawn of the twentieth century, all in search of the American dream. Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, Ragtime is an iconic musical that remains as timely as when it premiered in 1998.
See a powerhouse cast of Broadway all-stars, including 2026 Tony Award winners Joshua Henry as Coalhouse Walker, Jr. and Caissie Levy as Mother, alongside 2023 Tony winner Brandon Uranowitz as Tateh.
Not to be missed, Ragtime on Broadway features a soaring score including "Wheels of a Dream," "New Music," and "Make Them Hear You."
Run time
2hr 50min. Incl. 15min intermission.
Categories
Age
Ages 10+. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted.
Start date
September 26th, 2025
End date
August 16th, 2026
“Hauntingly relevant story with breathtaking vocals”
A Timeless Story That Still Resonates
Audiences are overwhelmingly moved by this stunning production of Ragtime, praising its hauntingly relevant themes of racism, equality, and justice that feel just as urgent today. The exceptional voca...
What It Feels Like
- Deeply moving
- Powerfully relevant
- Emotionally overwhelming
You’ll Love This If…
- You appreciate socially relevant theater that resonates with current times
- You love exceptional vocal performances that give you chills
- You enjoy complex narratives weaving multiple stories together
This musical was the best thing I’ve ever seen. It opened my heart and literally changed to me as a human being. The cast was phenomenal. Talent that is unparalleled, and my opinion. The direction was original and riveting and the choreography as well. The story broke my heart and I will literally never ever forget it. I’ve been in New York City since 1999 and I’ve seen a lot of shows and this is the best and most compelling, innovative, and heart wrenching story I’ve ever seen with singers who had us all standing on our feet
Brilliant, transformative experience.
Great music. Recommend also for family outing as well. This is the kind of show, I’d go many times by different performers.
Stars on stage
Joshua Henry
Caissie Levy
Brandon Uranowitz
Nichelle Lewis
Julie Benko
John Clay III
Rodd Cyrus
Ragtime cast and creative team
By: Terrence McNally, based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow
Songs by: Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics)
Director: Lear deBessonet
Choreography: Ellenore Scott
Cast list: Joshua Henry (as Coalhouse Walker Jr.), Caissie Levy (as Mother), Brandon Uranowitz (as Tateh), Ben Davis (as Father), Nicholas Barrón (as Mother's Younger Brother), Julie Benko (as Emma Goldman), Nichelle Lewis (as Sarah), John Clay III (as Booker T. Washington), Rodd Cyrus (as Harry Houdini), Marina Kondo (as Evelyn Nesbit), Jackson Parker Gill (as The Little Boy), Tabitha Lawing and Aerina DeBoer (alternating as The Little Girl)
Sets: David Korins
Costumes: Linda Cho
Lighting: Adam Honoré
Sound: Kai Harada
Other info: Projections by 59 Productions, hair and wigs by Tom Watson, music direction and conducting by James Moore, orchestrations by William David Brohn, vocal arrangements by Stephen Flaherty
Venue
Accessibility
Wheelchair and transfer seating on the Orchestra level (Loge inaccessible), audio described/captioned performances, assistive listening with Braille and large print programs available.
More information about Ragtime
Ragtime is a singularly American story featuring three families: Black pianist Coalhouse Walker, Jr. and his beloved Sarah, Jewish immigrant Tateh and his young daughter, and a wealthy white family led by a matriarch Mother who are all grasping for the same dream, if only they can hold onto it.
Lincoln Center Theater's new Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, a Tony-nominated director (Once Upon a Mattress, Into the Woods), stages this production, which opens her inaugural season. Envisioned for the grand Vivian Beaumont Theater, “Ragtime feels like the perfect way to begin my tenure as Artistic Director of this very sacred place,” said deBessonet in a statement. “As we celebrate the legacy of LCT and the level of art that has been achieved over the last four decades, it is important for us to continue to be inspired by the sublime possibilities of theater through stories that demand to be told. Such a story is Ragtime.”
What to watch for
- Ragtime features a lush score including beloved songs "Your Daddy's Son," "Journey On" and "Til We Reach That Day."
- The original cast of Ragtime made stars of performers Audra McDonald, Peter Friedman, Marin Mazzie, Lea Michele, and Brian Stokes Mitchell.
- Ragtime is created by Broadway legends with music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and a book by Terrence McNally.
- Ben Levi Ross and Tony Award winner Shaina Taub have also joined the large ensemble cast in supporting roles.
Additional Information
Children under 5 years old will not be admitted.
No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles.
The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.
Audio Described / Captioned Performances
Personal captioning is available on your mobile device by downloading the GalaPro app from Apple or Google.
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Ragtime at?
Ragtime is at New York's Vivian Beaumont Theater - Lincoln Center Theater, which is located at 150 West 65th Street, New York, 10023.
What is the running time of Ragtime?
Ragtime runs for 2hr 50min. Incl. 15min intermission.
How do you get tickets for Ragtime?
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What is the age recommendation for Ragtime?
Ages 10+. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted.
What is Ragtime about?
Based on the bestselling novel, Ragtime is a musical epic that features three fictional families as they move through a rapidly changing New York in pursuit of the American Dream.
Who wrote Ragtime?
Ragtime features 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.
What are the songs in Ragtime?
The music in Ragtime reflects the titular style: vibrant melodies with ragged rhythms that dominated the music scene of the early 1900s. The score features duets and ballads that are now iconic, including "Wheels of a Dream" and "Make Them Hear You."
Who directs Ragtime?
Lear deBessonet directs this show as her debut production as Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater.
Is Ragtime appropriate for children?
Broadway audiences must be four and over to enter theatres, and this show has some darker themes including racism and deaths.