Ragtime Musical Revival Officially Opens on Broadway at Lincoln Center

Broadway Premiere of Ragtime Revival

• 🎭 The highly anticipated revival of the Broadway musical "Ragtime" has officially opened at Lincoln Center.
• ✨ This expanded version of the recent revival, previously staged at New York City Center, has been described as a "shining beacon" that summons crowds.

The Story and Themes

• 🎯 "Ragtime" tells the story of three families in dramatic pursuit of the American dream at the dawn of the 20th century.
• 🎶 The musical features a lush score that accompanies its narrative of struggle, tragedy, and triumph.

Cast and Performances

• 🌟 Key performers include Joshua Henry as the passionate Cole House Walker, Brandon Uranowitz as the resourceful artist Tateh, and Casey Levy as a mother with aching kindness.
• 👏 The cast members expressed that the audience's reactions—being moved, hopeful, broken, and elated—deeply affect them, creating an "exchange" and a "duet with the audience."

Impact and Connection

• 💖 Artists aim to have an impact, affect people, and open hearts through their performances.
• 🤝 The cast feels a strong connection with the audience, happy that people are feeling and connecting with the show each night.

Historical Context of Ragtime

• 📖 The original "Ragtime" novel was published in 1975, followed by a major film adaptation in 1981.
• 🌟 The musical adaptation first debuted on Broadway in 1998 and is now back at the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center.