Broadway's Billion Dollar Boon: What Ragtime's Box Office Record Means for Theaters Everywhere Ragtime's record breaking box office haul has left many in the industry abuzz, but what does it say about the state of theater on Broadway?
On one hand, it's a testament to the enduring power of classic musicals, which continue to draw in audiences like no other form of entertainment.
Classic storylines infused with modern sensibilities are particularly effective at drawing large crowds.