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Report From New York: Superb Ragtime — Make Them Hear You

In the superbly created heightened reality of the newest Broadway edition of Ragtime, not only are you inhabited by the seduction but you look around at the 1,000-plus compatriots in the auditorium and feel they are too. The themes and message painfully are even more resonating 28 years after its premiere,

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Bill Hirschman
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Ragtime: A Slide Show Of Rehearsals And Life Back Stage At Actors’ Playhouse

For years, George Schiavone has been documenting life back stage. Since the beginning of rehearsals of Actors’ Playhouse’s Ragtime, he has been shooting photos of the rehearsal and production process. His shots document the sweat, concentration and even boredom required of theatrical artists.

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Bill Hirschman
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Trot Out The Superlatives For Actors’ Playhouse’s Ragtime

As far as large-scale Broadway musicals, Ragtime stands as Actors’ finest mainstream work ever, as accessible and satisfying as it is passionate and thoughtful. Anyone who cares about musical theater, or theater in general, should make a special effort to see this production.

Posted on February 1, 2015 by Bill Hirschman
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