Ragtime's Final Bow Smashes Box Office Records

Ragtime concluded its celebrated Broadway engagement by achieving a remarkable box office feat, grossing $1.96 million in its final week. This performance shattered the show's previous records and established it as the highest-grossing production in Lincoln Center Theater's history.

The Tony Award-winning musical, which opened on October 16, 2025, and extended its run through August 16, 2026, has now broken its own box office record four times. Starring Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz, Ragtime played its final performance on August 16, 2026.

During its final week, Ragtime ranked as the second highest-grossing show, surpassed only by Hamilton, which earned $2.1 million. The Lion King followed in third place with $1.89 million. Meanwhile, the new thriller Paranormal Activity began previews on August 14, 2026, at the August Wilson Theatre, playing to 100 percent capacity and generating $422,257 from its initial four performances.

Overall industry grosses saw a 20 percent drop compared to the previous week, with attendance falling by 12 percent. This decline is attributed to the winding down of the summer tourist season and preparations for the upcoming fall show slate.