Rags

Rags: The Musical tells the story of Jewish immigrants who come to America in the early 20th century seeking a better life.

Synopsis

The narrative focuses on Rebecca, a young mother who arrives in New York City with her son David, after escaping persecution in Russia.

Struggling to adapt to the harsh realities of life in America, Rebecca endeavors to build a new future for her family.

Along the way, she confronts challenges including poverty, discrimination, and the struggle to maintain her cultural identity.

Rags is a poignant exploration of the immigrant experience, the pursuit of the American Dream, and the resilience of those who seek freedom and opportunity in a new land.

Songs from Rags

1. Prologue / I Remember
2. Children of the Wind
3. Easy for You
4. Hard to Be a Prince
5. Brand New World
6. Yankee Boy
7. Bread and Freedom
8. Rags
9. Blame It on the Summer Night
10. For My Mary
11. Take Our City Back
12. Meet an Italian
13. Friday Night Prayer
14. No More Nightmares
15. Little Lady
16. Wanting
17. Three Sunny Rooms
18. Kaddish
19. Dancing with the Fools
20. Bella’s Song
21. Greenhorns
22. Uptown
23. Children of the Wind (Reprise)
24. Finale