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Ragtime

Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre

October 9-November 1, 2009

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This epic musical paints a nostalgic and powerful portrait of life in turn-of-the-century America. Based on E.L. Doctorow's distinguished novel, Ragtime intertwines three distinct stories that poignantly illustrate history's timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate.

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  Tickets: Mainstage: $25/Day of Show, $22/Advance, $20/Seniors and Students, $15/Groups of 10 or More, $15/Student Rush

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• Dates & Times

  Dates:
  October 9-November 1, 2009

  Times:
  Friday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2:00pm

• Venue Info

  Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre

  4720 North Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251

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  Scottsdale

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  • Wheelchair Access

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  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "Excellent Production"
    Review posted by: Theater Goer from Surprise from Surprise, AZ USA, Oct 28, 2009
    

    This was the first time that I have seen this show or have been to this theater. I went with my mom who saw it on Broadway. We both felt on a whole the show was tremendous. The lead actors had... Expand

    This was the first time that I have seen this show or have been to this theater. I went with my mom who saw it on Broadway. We both felt on a whole the show was tremendous. The lead actors had tremendous voices as well as the entire cast. The only thing that I felt was not up to par was the younger brother, as far as his acting or voice and I also agreed that the mother and father needed a better connection. As far as an artistic point of view, we felt that it wasn't missing anything being in a theater in the round. I am hoping to see it again, that's how much I enjoyed it. Collapse

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "Almost there"
    Review posted by: Theatre Dude from Scottsdale, AZ, Oct 24, 2009
    

    This company keeps getting better and better. The musical numbers were AWESOME. The leads were great with few exceptions. There needs to be more focus on the acting now to get it to be top notch.

    This company keeps getting better and better. The musical numbers were AWESOME. The leads were great with few exceptions. There needs to be more focus on the acting now to get it to be top notch.

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "Great Show"
    Review posted by: Sue from Phoenix, AZ, Oct 22, 2009
    

    The talent in this show from top to bottom was wonderful. The acting was top-notch. This show is an emotional rollercoaster and I was thoroughly entertained. The costumes were impressive and well... Expand

    The talent in this show from top to bottom was wonderful. The acting was top-notch. This show is an emotional rollercoaster and I was thoroughly entertained. The costumes were impressive and well coordinated. The set was simple, but it worked for the production and the rotating stage was a nice touch. One of the better shows I have seen in the Valley. Collapse

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "From excellent to amateur"
    Review posted by: Lenny from Phoenix AZ, Oct 19, 2009
    

    Amazing ensemble (much like their excellent J & Hyde), Coalhouse & Sarah terrific. They do a wonderfull job with this in-the-round space. I found Evelyn to sing very well and look good but she was so... Expand

    Amazing ensemble (much like their excellent J & Hyde), Coalhouse & Sarah terrific. They do a wonderfull job with this in-the-round space. I found Evelyn to sing very well and look good but she was so presentational in her performane, sort of cardboard. Younger Brother is out of his depth with the rest of the cast. Mother ( a little old) sang very well but there wasn't very much emotional connection to the character. The company still is missing some important aspects to be considered among the best in the valley ( baby who doesn't get older, costumes not of the period, etc) but it is on the verge. Collapse

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "Shows are getting better!!!"
    Review posted by: Johnny from Scottsdale AZ, Oct 19, 2009
    

    This was a big improvement over past adult productions. The theater is sure going in the right direction! Principals did an amazing job for the most part. Ensemble was excellent. Coalhouse was the... Expand

    This was a big improvement over past adult productions. The theater is sure going in the right direction! Principals did an amazing job for the most part. Ensemble was excellent. Coalhouse was the bright star of the evening. Father, mother and Evelyn were all good singers but didn't have the acting chops. Father seemed awfull young to have a son that age and a wife that old. I agree with the other comments about the singing of younger brother; I was there Friday night and he was sharp, flat and all over the place. Someone in the ensemble must have had a better voice. The costumes for the men just looked thrown together. Collapse

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "SPECTACULAR!!!!!"
    Review posted by: Theater goddess from Arizona, Oct 16, 2009
    

    I have seen practically every show at Desert Stages and have been in quite a few too. I was blown away by the level of performance I saw. The voices, the acting, the costumes, the staging, the dancing... Expand

    I have seen practically every show at Desert Stages and have been in quite a few too. I was blown away by the level of performance I saw. The voices, the acting, the costumes, the staging, the dancing the whole persona was beyond good. GO see this wonderful story that leaves you with a powerful message. Collapse

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "Good Singing Weak Acting"
    Review posted by: Deb from Paradise Valley, Oct 14, 2009
    

    All the actors had wonderfull voices (except Younger brother,ouch!), most were good, or better than good actors (except mother, father, grandfather). Tough show, good attempt.

    All the actors had wonderfull voices (except Younger brother,ouch!), most were good, or better than good actors (except mother, father, grandfather). Tough show, good attempt.

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "At Times Very Impressive"
    Review posted by: Will from Tempe, Oct 12, 2009
    

    Singing was terrific across the whole cast (except for younger brother, not good). Coalhouse and Sarah were excellent. Loved the ensenble and Till We Reach that Day was very moving. The acting of... Expand

    Singing was terrific across the whole cast (except for younger brother, not good). Coalhouse and Sarah were excellent. Loved the ensenble and Till We Reach that Day was very moving. The acting of Mother , Father and Grandfather was very amateur and detracted from the show. Well directed, and liked the revolving stage. Collapse

  • Event Name: Ragtime
    "A Little Flat"
    Review posted by: Mary from Scottsdale AZ, Oct 12, 2009
    

    Pretty good production of a difficult show to produce. All of the soloists were excellent, with the exception of younger brother who was sharp and flat. Coalhouse was terrific. Loved all of the... Expand

    Pretty good production of a difficult show to produce. All of the soloists were excellent, with the exception of younger brother who was sharp and flat. Coalhouse was terrific. Loved all of the historical characters; Emma Goldmine, Houdini, Booker T Washington, Evelyn Nesbitt, Henry Ford, and J P Morgan. Mother and Father had good voices but were the weak point as far as acting went. They didnn't seem to have chemistry, either she was too old or he was too young.Costumes were impressive except for the New Rochelle men, the suits and hats wete not at all period. Collapse

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