"Make Them Hear You" from Ford's Theatre "Ragtime"

"Make Them Hear You" from Ford's Theatre "Ragtime" featuring Kevin S. McAllister.
Based on E.L. Doctorow’s celebrated novel, this epic Tony-winning musical depicts three families striving for the American dream at the turn of the 20th century. As the country balances on the cusp of social change, the lives of a wealthy white family, a daring Harlem musician and a determined Jewish immigrant intersect-and their fates are inextricably bound and profoundly changed. With an expansive musical score, striking relevancy and a who’s who of 20th-century historical characters, “Ragtime” confronts both the unbridled optimism and the stark reality of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

[@jrlillian]

this is such a powerful song! "and say to those who blame us for the way we chose to fight, that some times there are battles that are more than black and white" POWERFUL. "AND i could not put down my sword when justice was my right"! oh hell I can put almost every line of this song here, but "train each child to raise his voice"and then my brother then... When justice is demanded by 10 million righteous men, make them hear you" With the nasty, hateful climate in America today this song should reverberates throught out the nation

[@redbrian3655]

This production was every bit equal to Broadway. We saw it and were moved deeply sitting on the front row at Ford's.

[@TheAlixsz]

I haven't seen a rendition nearly as powerful as Brian Stokes Mitchell! Brilliant.

[@winstonross6375]

this has to be the best version of this ive seen, it was the first time i listened to the song and realize coalhouse understands that he is going to die and hes telling his friends that the story wont get told if they die with him, by putting up a fight

[@hollytreacy924]

This has me in tears. That Coalhouse is fantastic!

[@missamericanpie1]

The year 2020 brought me here.

[@peteralfano4278]

I saw this production--such a powerful show. And "Make Them Hear You"is so relevant these days.

[@laylaheart984]

I was so fortunate to see this amazing cast with a school trip a year ago. This show touched me in more way than one!! It was so inspiring, I have never cried so much!!

[@homosoftommorow]

This is so moving

[@superheroman04]

Took my choir to see this last Spring, and wow. Just an amazing production. This song, Wheels of a Dream, Sarah Brown Eyes, and Your Daddy's Son were all breathtaking.

[@artemisgaming5164]

I saw it last year for a trip to get us excited for our play which I got cast in the best play I’ve ever seen after wicked

[@laurenstoneman1386]

Beautiful! I was lucky enough to see this show a few weeks ago. Any chance you could post "You are your daddy's son"? It's incredible!

[@chall9809]

Chills! Absolutely amazing!

[@markbortnovsky9134]

Well done! Bravo!!

[@jaslovejoy8940]

I don’t have to explain how relevant this is right now #blacklivesmatter

[@SteppingStonevlogs]

It was the first time I heard this, and I don't know what the story is about, but the man singing is wonderful! Such conviction!

[@brendanjohnduquette]

oh my god i thought Cole House was Forrest Whitaker! that would be amazing. great voice Kevin!

[@MordredRights]

Ahh I love this!! I saw the show here last month, and I'm trying to make some final fanart for the cast!!! I love them all so much!!

[@ariellouise710]

💜

[@kennystockard3242]

That's the dude from the voice with the shotgun right? Rayshawn?

[@fordstheatre]

Yes, Rayshun LaMarr Purefoy from NBC's The Voice is one of the local Washington, D.C. talents that performed in Ford's Theatre's production of "Ragtime" and "Freedom's Song: Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War." We were elated to see him share his talents on The Voice!

[@zoeroberson3199]

COALHOUSE Go out and tell our story. Let it echo far and wide. Make them hear you, Make them hear you. How justice was our battle And how justice was denied. Make them hear you, Make them hear you. And say to those who blame us For the way we chose to fight That sometimes there are battles That are more than black or white... And I could not put down my sword When justice was my right. Make them hear you. Go out and tell our story To your daughters and your sons. Make them hear you, Make them hear you. And tell them, in our struggle, We were no the only ones. Make them hear you, Make them hear you. Your sword can be a sermon Or the power of the pen. Teach every child to raise his voice And then, my brothers, then Will justice be demanded By ten million righteous men. Make them hear you. When they hear you, I'll be near you Again.