Ragtime Revival Broadway Original Cast
Called by Time Magazine "A triumph for the stage," and by the International Herald Tribune "the best musical in twenty years," this acclaimed musical won 1998 Tony Awards for Best Score, Book and Orchestrations, and won both the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Best Musical and Best Score. RAGTIME is not only a powerful portrait of life in turn-of-the-century America, but a relevant tale for today. Full synopsis
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Anna Grace Barlow is best known from her extensive television and film background. She starred opposite Joel Courtney in the Lionsgate hit Jesus Revolution following her standout role as a series regular on FOX’s critically acclaimed “The Big Leap.” Her recent film credits include the upcoming A24 release Famous, as well as a leading role in the 2025 indie drama 3, which won the Las Cruces Film Festival Grand Jury Prize. She also stars in Wayfarer Studios' Love You Anyway, Snow Falls, and Witch Hunt, which premiered at SXSW and was produced by the team behind Flower, All About Nina, and Sleight. Anna Grace has recurred on “Scream Queens”and “The Goldbergs,” and led performances in acclaimed indie films Dramarama and The Never List. Her additional television credits include recurring roles on the final season of “Supernatural,” “The Young and the Restless,” and “The Fosters,” along with guest appearances on “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Blue Bloods,” “Big Sky,” “NCIS Hawaii’i,” “Acapulco,” “Lucifer,” and “Team Kaylie,” among others. On stage, Anna Grace portrayed ‘Cher’ in the Unauthorized Musical Parody of Clueless and originated the role of ‘Alyssa Greene’ in The Prom in its pre-Broadway development. more...
Nick Barrington made his Broadway debut in Ragtime, bringing his regional experience from productions like Ahrens & Flaherty’s Knoxville to the iconic stage, a testament to his gratitude towards mentors and supporters who helped him achieve this milestone. more...
Nicholas Barrón made his LCT/Broadway debut and previously performed in the Off-Broadway production of Ragtime at Encores!, showcasing his talents that earned him the Best Lead Actor award at the 2022 Jimmy Awards. more...
I saw the original Ragtime with my brother and said, “I have to be in a revival someday.” Thank you Rochel, Craig, Alex, and the whole team—especially Lynn and Stephen. Our third show together! This one’s for my big brother. @laurblackman more...
Ensemble, Sarah's Friend
Lincoln Center Debut. Broadway: New York, New York, A Night With Janis Joplin, Pretty Woman: The Musical, The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess and Disney’s The Lion King. B.A Spelman College, M.M. The Boston Conservatory. Love to DGRW. For David Loud and my mother, Judith Willoughby. www.allisonblackwell.com more...
LCT: Debut. Broadway: Les Misérables, Hair, Doctor Zhivago. Tour: ‘Éponine’ in the 25th Anniversary tour of Les Misérables. Regional: Bay Street Theater, North Shore Music Theatre, Pioneer Theater Company, The MUNY, Olney Theatre Center, Philadelphia Theatre Company. TV: "Person of Interest," “Law & Order: Organized Crime.” more...
Broadway: The Outsiders. Theatre: A Chorus Line, In The Heights. TV: Marvel’s “Hawkeye,” “Saturday Night Live,” “Good Morning America,” 71st & 77th Tony Awards, Macy’s Parade. Commercials: TD Bank, Gilead. NYFW Moncler. Proud second generation immigrant. Grateful for all things in alignment. @j0rdanchin. more...
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Eean Sherrod Cochran is a swing and dance captain making his Ragtime debut. His Broadway credits include Hamilton and A Wonderful World and he has appeared in The Harder They Come at the Public Theater, A Bronx Tale and tours of Bring It On and Mamma Mia!. He thanks his family, the CESD agency and the Ragtime creative team! (@eeeeeanc) more...
Cult of Love (Broadway), The Band's Visit (National Tour), Ragtime (City Center), I Can Get It For You Wholesale (Classic Stage), The Lonely Few (MCC), Fiorello (Classic Stage Benefit) Natasha, Pierre...(PCLO), Beautiful (Sacramento Music Circus). @cohenbilly more...
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LCT/Broadway Debut! National Tour: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas (Betty), Mary Poppins (Winifred, u/s Mary). Pre-Broadway: Roman Holiday. Off-Broadway: Encores, Irish Repertory Theatre. Regional: North Shore MT, MT Wichita/Symphony, Tuacahn, Theatre By the Sea, New London Barn, Muny. Love to family. more...
LCT debut. Broadway: Shucked; Caroline, or Change (revival); Groundhog Day; Amazing Grace. Other New York credits: Road Show (Encores! Off-Center); Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope (Encores!). Tours: Waitress (First National). Regional: NYSAF, Bucks County Playhouse, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Actors’ Theatre of Louisville, Miami New Drama, Barrington Stage, St. Louis Black Rep, Congo Square/ Goodman Theatre, and Crossroads.
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Rodd Cyrus, who previously portrayed 'Houdini' in an Off-Broadway production of Ragtime, is making his Broadway debut at Lincoln Center Theater. more...
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Colin Donnell recently starred opposite Robert De Niro in Netflix’s Zero Day and starred in Peacock’s “Irreverent.” He’s known for such roles as ‘Scott Lockhart’ on Showtime’s “The Affair,” ‘Dr. Connor Rhodes’ on NBC’s “Chicago Med” and ‘Tommy Merlyn’ on “Arrow.” His film credits include Every Secret Thing and Almost Love. On stage, Donnell recently appeared on Broadway in The Shark is Broken and starred as ‘Russell Hammond’ in Almost Famous at The Old Globe. His Broadway work includes Violet, Anything Goes and Jersey Boys. Other stage work includes Follies, Merrily We Roll Along, Lady Be Good (New York City Center Encores!) and Love's Labour's Lost Shakespeare in the Park). Born in St. Louis, New York is now home with his wife Patti Murin and their two girls, Cecily and Lorelai. more...
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Kane Emmanuel made his Broadway debut as the alternate for 'Young Coalhouse Walker' in Ragtime at Lincoln Center Theater's Vivian Beaumont Theater, following his role as the understudy at New York City Center the previous fall. more...
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LCT/Broadway Debut. First National Tour: Into The Woods, Miss Saigon (Ellen), Finding Neverland. Off-Broadway: The Hello Girls (Grace Banker, Original Cast). Select Regional: The Music Man (Marian/Goodspeed), Fiddler (Tzeitel/North Shore), The Sound of Music (Maria/City Springs). B.F.A University of Michigan. elliefishman.com ig:@ellie_fishman more...
Ensemble, Henry Ford
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LCT: Debut. Broadway: A Wonderful World, Into the Woods, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables. Off-Broadway: The Music Teacher (New Group), Into the Woods (Encores!); National Tours: Into the Woods, Les Mis TV: “Law & Order: SVU,” “FBI: Most Wanted.” more...
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Broadway: How To Dance In Ohio, …Great Comet of 1812, A Christmas Story. Tour: Wicked. NY/Selected: Lincoln Center Theater, NY City Center, York Theatre, A.R.T., Goodspeed, Cleveland Play House, Fulton Theatre, Arden Theatre. Film/TV: Spirited, A Christmas Story Live, “The Knick. more...
Ta’Nika Gibson, who made her LCT debut and has appeared on Broadway in roles such as Lucinda in "Into The Woods" and Diana Ross in "Ain’t Too Proud," was also featured in an Off-Broadway production of "Ragtime." more...
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Jackson Parker Gill made his Broadway debut in Ragtime, bringing his experience from the national tour of Les Miserables and various regional productions to the stage. more...
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Joshua Henry most recently starred as Gaston in ABC’s “Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration” special and in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s feature Tick, Tick….Boom! He also appeared in Steven Knight’s Apple drama series “SEE,” and can be seen in a starring role in American Renegades. Theater includes Lear deBessonet’s Broadway revival of Into the Woods; ‘Dr. Pomatter’ in Waitress; ‘Billy Bigelow’ in Carousel (Tony Award nomination) directed by Jack O’Brien; ‘Noble Sissle’ in George C. Wolfe’s Tony-nominated production of Shuffle Along; Violet (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League award noms.); The Scottsboro Boys (Tony nom.) directed by Susan Stroman; and ‘Aaron Burr’ in Hamilton, in Chicago, and on the first U.S. tour. As a recording artist he has opened for Diana Ross at the Hollywood Bowl, performed alongside Common at The Kennedy Center, and his album GROW is streamable everywhere. He is composing an original musicalcalled The Conversation along with Julia Harimann in development in NYC. more...
Broadway: New York, New York; Choir Boy (MTC, Outer Critics Circle nominee). Off Broadway: Ragtime, Jelly's Last Jam, Grand Hotel (New York City Center Encores!); A Raisin in the Sun (The Public). Television: “Raising Kanan,” PBS’ “Great Performances” (Mass). Education: Carnegie Mellon University. Clay thanks his wife for challenging him to be the best man he can be. @johnclayiii more...
David Jennings returns to Ragtimeafter joining the original 1998 American company of the show (Los Angeles), appearing as ‘Coalhouse,’ ‘Booker T. Washington,’ and others. His decades-long career includes a multitude of Broadway and off-Broadway shows, television, commercial, and film credits. more...
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Kaleb Johnson made his Broadway debut in Ragtime, marking an exciting milestone in his burgeoning career as a young actor. more...
Marina Kondo (Ensemble). Broadway/Tours: KPOP, Company, Frozen, King & I. New York: Ragtime, Road Show (NYCC), See What I Wanna See (OOTB), KPOP (Ars Nova). Regional: Muny. TV: “Succession.” University of Michigan (BFA). Dedicated to teachers & family. 心を込めて。@marinakondo more...
was most recently seen as ‘Little Judy Ogle’ in the world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical in Nashville, TN. She made her Broadway debut in the role of daughter ‘Lila’ in Days of Wine and Roses and appeared as ‘The Little Girl’ in New York City Center’s 2024 Gala Production of Ragtime. Tabitha is overjoyed to perform again alongside the incredible members of this company under the wonderful leadership of the creative team. Endless gratitude to CESD and David Doan, and to Alex Kidder of the Amy Murphy Studio. Love to Mom, Dad, & sissy. Instagram: @tabithalawing
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Caissie Levyis an Olivier and Grammy-nominated veteran of eight Broadway and three West End shows. She earned an Olivier nomination for Best Actress in a Musical for starring in the UK premiere of Next to Normal in London's West End and at The Donmar Warehouse. Most recently, she starred as ‘Mother’ in the critically acclaimed New York City Center Gala production of Ragtime, directed by Lear deBessonet. Caissie created the iconic role of ‘Elsa’ in Disney's Frozen on Broadway, starred in the Tony Award winning Broadway production of Tom Stoppard's Leopoldstadt, and as ‘Rose’ in the Tony nominated Broadway revival of Caroline, or Change, for which she was nominated for a Grammy Award. She is known to Broadway and West End audiences for originating the roles of ‘Sheila’ in the Tony Award winning revival of Hair, and ‘Molly’ in Ghost. Other Broadway credits include ‘Fantine’ in Les Miserables; ‘Elphaba’ in Wicked (also LA); ‘Penny’ in Hairspray (also 1st national tour & Toronto); ‘Maureen’ in Rent (national tour). Off -Broadway credits include Sarah Silverman's The Bedwetter (Atlantic); First Daughter Suite (The Public); and Murder Ballad (MTC). Caissie has been featured on many singer/songwriter's records, and her solo EP, With You, is available wherever you buy or stream your music. In concert, she backed up Sir Rod Stewart in his Las Vegas residency, headlined Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops twice, and has played solo across the US, UK and Canada. @caissielevy more...
Nichelle made her Broadway debut last year in the lead role of ‘Dorothy’ in the revival of The Wiz, earning a Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut as well as Grammy and Drama League nominations. In 2023, Variety named her one of their 10 Broadway Stars to Watch. Previous credits include the national tour of Hairspray. @iamnichellelewi more...
Jesus Christ Superstar (Hollywood Bowl)! Half Short (Director). Kiss Of The Spiderwoman Movie (Creative). Duncan Sheik’s, Noir! (The Wife). Broadway (OBC): Hamilton, Bandstand, Moulin Rouge! Choreo/Cast: Kotsw, “Annie Live!,” “Fosse/ Verdon.” Additional: In The Heights, “Law & Order: SVU/CI,” Better Nate Than Ever,Up Here, “Rent Live!” morganmarcell.co more...
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Swiss-American, BFA from CCM. Broadway: SIX The Musical, The Color Purple. National Tour: 50th Anniversary Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar. Much love and thanks to my family, loved ones, Henderson Hogan, and the entire team of Ragtime! @jenny.mollet / www.jennymollet.com
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LCT and Broadway debut! NY: Ragtime, Titanic, Promenade (NY City Center Encores!). Tours: Moulin Rouge!, The Book of Mormon (Jumamosi Tour), The Gershwins’ Porgy & Bess, Memphis (1st National Tour). Recent Regional: 3 Summers of Lincoln (La Jolla Playhouse) more...
Broadway (OBC): The Great Gatsby (Daisy u/s), Some Like It Hot (Sugar u/s), Paradise Square (Nelly u/s).Tour: The Book of Mormon (Nabulungi). Thank you to Avalon, and love to my tribe. For Colin and our future. @kaylapecchioni more...
Ensemble, J.P. Morgan
Broadway: Sweeney Todd (Beadle Bamford), Les Misérables. Off-Broadway: The Play That Goes Wrong, Sweeney Todd, Wonderful Town (Encores), Between the Lines. Tour: The D’Ysquith family - A Gentleman’s Guide…TV/Film: “The Blacklist,” “The Gilded Age”. Solo Show: The Hollow. Training: University of Michigan more...
Ben Levi Ross recently captivated audiences as 'Mother’s Younger Brother' in the Ragtime Gala performance at New York City Center, showcasing his versatility and talent in this celebrated production. more...
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Broadway: An American In Paris, Sondheim On Sondheim, Grand Horizons, A Catered Affair, Jersey Boys. West End: I Loved Lucy. Encores!: Titanic. Debut Album: The Jesus Year - A Letter From My Dad. Insta: @m.a.t.t.h.e.w_s.c.o.t.t & @scottstudiosllc. For Desi and Bash. more...
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Ellie May Sennett made her Broadway debut at the age of 10 in Ragtime, bringing her extensive experience from roles in productions such as The Music Man, Matilda the Musical, and Miracle on 34th Street to the stage. more...
LCT debut. Broadway: A Beautiful Noise. Off-Broadway: Mother Courage and Her Children (CSC), Ragtime (NYCC), Runaways (NYCC). Regional: “Still...” (Ensemble Studio Theatre), The Scottsboro Boys (CTG). TV: “Law & Order: SVU” (NBC), “Person of Interest”(CBS).
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Broadway: Author/Star of Suffs (Tony Awards for Best Score, Best Book; Outer Critics Circle Awards for Best Book, Best Score, Best Musical; Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music; Frederick Loewe Award; Grammy nomination). Off-Broadway includes Twelfth Night (Composer/Lyricist/Feste), As You Like It (Composer/Lyricist/Jaques, Obie Award) at Shakespeare in the Park; Ragtime (Emma Goldman, New York City Center); Old Hats (ft. her original songs); Hadestown (Fate); Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 (Mary, Lortel nom). Solo albums: Visitors, Die Happy, and Songs of the Great Hill on Atlantic Records. Awards: 2024 Time100 Next List; Workers Circle Activism Award; ASCAP Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award; Jonathan Larson Grant; Kleban Prize; Fred Ebb Award; NYCLU’s Michael Friedman Freedom Award, honorary doctorate from Manhattan School of Music. www.shainataub.com
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LCT: Falsettos (Tony and Drama Desk nominations). Broadway: Leopoldstadt (Tony, Drama Desk, and OCC Awards), Burn This (Tony and Drama Desk nominations), The Band’s Visit, Prince of Broadway, An American in Paris (Tony nomination), Baby, It’s You! Encores!: Ragtime, Titanic, Road Show, Grand Hotel. Other theater: Becoming Eve (NYTW), Tick, Tick…Boom! (Kennedy Center, Helen Hayes nomination), Assassins (CSC), Torch Song Trilogy (Studio Theatre, Helen Hayes nomination). Film: Here Today, The Kitchen, Stage Fright. TV: “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Fosse/Verdon,” “Dietland,” “Blue Bloods,” “Inside Amy Schumer,” “Law & Order: Criminal Intent.” In 1997, Brandon played The Little Boy in the world premiere production of Ragtime in Toronto. He dedicates this performance to Marin. May her memory be a blessing. more...
Ensemble, Willie Conklin
Broadway: Merrily We Roll Along; Carousel (Enoch Snow); Hello, Dolly!; Violet; Amélie; The Phantom of the Opera. NYCC: Oliver, 1776, Wonderful Town, Mack & Mabel. National Tour: Chicago (Amos). Regional: Into the Woods (The Baker), Seussical (Horton), Shrek (Shrek), Come From Away (Oz), The Music Man (Marcellus). Television: “Law & Order: SVU,” “Annie” on NBC (Mr. Bundles), and “The Gilded Age.”
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Alan Wiggins makes his LCT debut. On Broadway he has performed in The Lion King, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Pretty Woman: The Musical, Paradise Square and Shucked and off‑Broadway in Joy and Oratorio for Living Things. He is also active on social media as @alan_wiggins_ more...
See awards and nominations on the Ragtime page
Other productions of Ragtime
- 1996 Canada — World Premiere · Cast
- 1998 Broadway — Original Broadway Production · Cast
- 2003 West End — London Revival · Cast
- 2005 Milburn, NJ (Regional) — Paper Mill Production · Cast
- 2007 Chicago — Chicago Revival · Cast
- 2009 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
- 2012 West End — Open Air Production · Cast
- 2015 US Tour — Non-Equity National Tour · Cast
- 2016 Off-Broadway — Ellis Island Developmental Concert Production · Cast
- 2016 West End — Charing Cross Theatre Company Revival Production · Cast
- 2017 Regional (US) — Barrington Stage Company Revival · Cast
- 2024 Off-Broadway — Concert Revival Production · Cast
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