Ragtime Wins Best Revival of a Musical at 2026 Tony Awards

Ragtime Wins Best Revival of a Musical at 2026 Tony Awards

Ragtime won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, securing the prestigious honor for its landmark Broadway return.

The production, which earned multiple Tony nominations, took home the top prize for revivals, cementing its status as the standout musical revival of the season. The win comes on a night where Cats: The Jellicle Ball also won big, taking Best Revival of a Musical before the final award was announced.

The acclaimed Ragtime revival features a powerful cast and fresh direction that brings the classic story of 19th-century America to new audiences. The production's emotional depth and musical brilliance earned it the admiration of critics and audiences alike.

Ragtime won Best Revival over fellow nominees including God of Carnage and other distinguished revivals, marking a significant moment for the beloved musical that first premiered on Broadway in 1998.

The win adds to the show's impressive run, as the production continues to captivate audiences with its sweeping score and timeless themes of patriotism, love, and the American experience. Ellenore Scott, who was nominated for Best Choreography for Ragtime, saw her work recognized alongside the show's overall triumph.

This Best Revival of a Musical win positions Ragtime as one of the most celebrated returns to Broadway in recent years, showcasing the enduring power of the musical's original vision and the new creative team's ability to bring it forward for contemporary audiences.