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(Therecent flameoutParadiseSquarewas his attempt to revive the genre and his career; I recommend a goodGoogle there.)
I wish it generated more feeling than a sense of blowing the speakers out, both literally and thematically.
Lear deBessonet (the City Center Encores!
stagings, were a few steps away from a straight concert but well short of a full production.
But for the most part, deBessonet works with a bare stage and generally on-the-nose choreography from Ellenore Scott.
America, were a melting pot.
But what do you get when you stand back and let the pieces contradictions speak?
A RorschachRagtimethat means many things at once, just take your pick.
The agnosticism, Im guessing, is due in no small part to the performance schedule.
Just as inAmerican Idol, the public decides!
Soon, well all learn whether this country was a good or bad idea.
The future is one intoxicating melody.
But if its all you pay attention to, you miss the sound of whats already playing now.
Ragtimeis at New York City Center through November 10.
