This original production of Ragtime was Eric's Broadway debut. After completing the National Tour he joined the 64-member cast and performed in the Ford's theatre. This incredibly lush production continues to be one of the greatest theatrical events of the last century.

Cast members included: LaChanze, Alton Fitzgerald White, Lawrence Hamilton, Darlesia Cearcy, John Rubinstein, Michael Rupert, Donna Bullock, Judy Kaye, Tommy Hollis and John Dossett.