Starting TODAY, Monday, February 6, some show-only regular priced Youth, Senior AND Adult tickets have been released for the SUNDAY, February 12 YMTC GALA Matinee of RAGTIME at the Julia Morgan Theatre. Check it out.

WOW! I saw YMTC's opening night of Ragtime last night, and it was phenomenal. Incredibly moving (tears, laughter), powerful stories, and tremendous courage to look at the history of racism, in particular, with honesty and compassion. So relevant for our times! The cast members are so talented and effective they "tell the story" remarkably powerfully (and their voices are heavenly), the orchestra/music was wonderful, the choreography and staging a complete treat. The audience erupted into a long, standing ovation - well deserved. It's a "not to be missed" show.

Don't miss this show! YMTC's "Ragtime" is an epic story drawn from American history, populated with unforgettable characters, and brought to life by the talented and passionate young artists of this amazing company. Accompanied by a live, 26-piece orchestra playing its soaring music
, and brilliantly staged, "Ragtime" will touch your heart and bring you to your feet. If you have never seen a YMTC production, now is the time to go, and if you've already discovered that YMTC puts on some of the best musical productions in the Bay Area, you'll know that this is another must-see performance!

YMTC's "Ragtime" is an incredible musical that touches your eyes, ears and heart! YMTC director, careographer and acters have created a very powerful show. The young acters pour their heart and soul into this timeless story. Even though the play takes place in early 20th century, the subjects it covers: racism, class struggle, immigration issues are still very valid today. If nothing else, it is worth seeing to hear the wonderful music and singing.

"Ragtime" completely sold out again last night at the Julia Morgan Theater. There are still tickets available for the Sunday, 2pm matinee TODAY at the door. www.ymtcberkeley

We drove all the way from Placerville just to see "Ragtime," and it was well worth it. Listen to me: go see this show. The talent, professionalism, and dedication of these young people completely blew us away. After the show, we were slack-jawed with amazement at the experience we had just been through. This production of "Ragtime" shook us up, made us laugh, thrilled us, and brought tears to our eyes. Congratulations to every member of the cast for your brilliant performance. We will be back to see your next show.

The Thursday, Feb. 16, 7:30 performance of YMTC's "Ragtime" features $10 Teen tickets at the door, AND a TALK-BACK, Q & A for Audience with Directors and Actors after the show. Tickets still available for Friday night.

"Ragtime" is community theater at it's absolute best. The production values are so high, you will feel as if you are attending a professional production of the highest quality.
The bar is so high for these young performers and they consistently reach as high or higher. The music is haunting and gets under your skin and you'll find yourself humming these tunes a few days later. The significance of the story and the message, though not heavy handed, is an important historical message as well as surprisingly current as we deal with Occupy movements and ongoing
-isms of all types. This company not only shares this wonderful artistry and important themes with the audience but, in addition, the young people are learning, in vivo, how to handle the experiences of hate as well as redemption and love as they act them out in this beautiful and exciting production.