By Paulanne Simmons October 16, 2025: When Ragtime made its world premiere in Toronto in 1996, it seemed that E.L. Doctorow's vision of an inclusive America might not be that far from reality. Now, when this ideal seems close to impossible, the musical is more than ever essential. But the revival at Lincoln Center this season, directed by Lear deBessonet, is a must-see for other reasons as well. Of course, the big …
