Scott Joplin - The Ragtime King
An American Legend Brought to Life
From an inauspicious beginning in Texarkana, Texas to the grand salons of the cultural capitals of the world, Bobby Norfolk's portrayal traces the life and music of Scott Joplin, one of the key figures of an age that has become known as the Ragtime Era.
Joplin's music influenced a whole generation as America was bursting forth with confidence and vigor as a leader of nations. This journey through the early part of the 20th century describes the creative genius of the premier ragtime composer, while showing how his compositions set the foundation of American music. The program highlights Joplin's life from birth through the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis.
Sample songs:
- The Entertainer
- The Crush Collision
- The Maple Leaf Rag
- Swipsey Cakewalk
- The Easy Winners
- The Cascades
Theatre, dance, storytelling and audience participation enhance this tribute to the author of The Entertainer, an American classic. All ages.
