About This Show

Based on E.L. Doctorow’s celebrated novel, this epic Tony Award-winning musical depicts three families striving for the American dream at the turn of the 20th century. As the country balances on the cusp of social change, the lives of a wealthy white family, a daring Harlem musician, and a determined Jewish immigrant intersect — and their fates are inextricably bound and profoundly changed. With an expansive musical score, striking relevancy, and a who’s who of 20th-century historical characters, Ragtime confronts both the unbridled optimism and the stark reality of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Peter Flynn (1776) directs an all-star Washington, D.C., cast including Kevin McAllister, Tracy Lynn Olivera, Nova Y. Payton, and Jonathan Atkinson.

Note: This show is recommended for ages 12 and older.

Show Details

Running Time: 2hr 45min (1 intermission)
Dates: First Preview: March 10, 2017 Opening Night: March 15, 2017 Final Performance: May 20, 2017

Theatermania Review

| | March 20, 2017
Ford’s Theatre revives 20th-century America.

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