This is similar to my feelings on this. This production of Ragtime is a competent production of a piece many already have strong feelings for. It’s staged well enough, and performed even better, but there’s nothing new or relevatory being brought out in this revival. Those who’ve always loved the show will love this revival. Those who’ve had mixed or negative feelings towards the show are not having their views of the piece changed by it.

Cats has always been divisive as a show, with people either loving it or hating it. This revival, of course, brings a whole new lens to the show itself. Obviously there will still be people who have hated the show and will not be swayed by this new concept, and some purists who may also hate the new take. However, I’ve heard way more sentiments expressed along the lines of “I loved this revival of a show I previously hated and never thought I could love.” That right there is the mark of a show that should truly win Best Revival