Ring of Fire Johnny Cash musical logo with sunset sky on prairie, sunset, train tracks.

Ring of Fire

Full-length
(2.5 hrs)
Drama
4W, 4M
Musical

Overview

From Johnny Cash’s iconic songbook comes a unique musical journey through love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, and the healing power of home and family. Told through over two dozen of his greatest hits—including “I Walk The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” and the title song “Ring of Fire”—performed by a multi-talented cast that paints a musical portrait of The Man in Black in a foot-stompin’, crowd-pleasin’ salute to the musical legend.

Though he is never impersonated, the show paints an authentic musical portrait of his remarkable life, showcasing the passion, grit, and heart that defined his journey. With every note, RING OF FIRE takes audiences on an exciting ride, climaxing in a concert experience that will both move and exhilarate. This memorable tribute to Johnny Cash’s legacy is a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of his music.

Casting & Production

Casting

MAN 1

MAN 2

MAN 3

MAN 4

WOMAN 1

WOMAN 2

WOMAN 3

WOMAN 4

Orchestral Information

8 Musicians

Piano/Conductor (Keyboard 1)

Utility (Keyboard 2/Rhythm Guitar)

Violin (Fiddle/Mandolin)

Guitar 1 (Electric and Acoustic)

Guitar 2 (Electric and Acoustic)

Guitar 3 (Acoustic/Dobro/Harmonica)

Bass (Acoustic)

Drums

Credits

RING OF FIRE

The Music of Johnny Cash

Created by RICHARD MALTBY, JR. Conceived by WILLIAM MEADE

Orchestrations by Steven Bishop and Jeff Lisenby Ring of Fire was originally produced on Broadway by William Meade, CTM Productions, Bob Cuillo, GFour Productions, and James B. Freydberg

Upcoming Productions

Mar 0615, 2026
Artistic Civic Theatre
Dalton, GA

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