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Everyone knows Dr. Ruth from her career as a pioneering radio and television sex therapist. Few, however, know the incredible journey that preceded it. From fleeing the Nazis in the Kindertransport and joining the Haganah in Jerusalem as a scout and sniper, to her struggles to succeed as a single mother coming to America, Becoming Dr. Ruth is filled with humor, honesty and life-affirming spirit of Karola Ruth Siegel, the girl who became “Dr. Ruth.”

*Please note: The theater for Becoming Dr. Ruth is located on the 2nd floor and is accessible by stairs only.

This show is closed.

Performances ended on Dec. 22, 2013.

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Becoming Dr. Ruth, Starring Debra Jo Rupp, to End Off-Broadway Run Early

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Oh, That's a Big One! Debra Jo Rupp & Dr. Ruth Westheimer Celebrate Opening Night of Becoming Dr. Ruth

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Enough with the Foreplay! Becoming Dr. Ruth, Starring Debra Jo Rupp, Officially Opens Off-Broadway

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That '70s Show Reunion! Danny Masterson & Laura Prepon Visit Debra Jo Rupp at Becoming Dr. Ruth

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Ready for Sex Talk with a German Accent? Becoming Dr. Ruth, Starring Debra Jo Rupp, Begins Off-Broadway

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Let’s Talk About Sex! Debra Jo Rupp and Dr. Ruth Westheimer on Bringing Becoming Dr. Ruth Off-Broadway

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Before Becoming Dr. Ruth, Debra Jo Rupp Meets the Press With Dr. Ruth Westheimer

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Let's Talk About Sex! Tickets Now on Sale for Becoming Dr. Ruth, Starring Debra Jo Rupp

About Becoming Dr. Ruth

Everything you need to know about the show.

The Story

Everyone knows Dr. Ruth from her career as a pioneering radio and television sex therapist. Few, however, know the incredible journey that preceded it. From fleeing the Nazis in the Kindertransport and joining the Haganah in Jerusalem as a scout and sniper, to her struggles to succeed as a single mother coming to America, Becoming Dr. Ruth is filled with humor, honesty and life-affirming spirit of Karola Ruth Siegel, the girl who became “Dr. Ruth.”

Details

Show Dates

Previews: Oct 11, 2013 • Opening: Oct 29, 2013 • Closing: Dec 22, 2013

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Let’s Talk About Sex! Debra Jo Rupp and Dr. Ruth Westheimer on Bringing Becoming Dr. Ruth Off-Broadway

Theater

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Westside Theatre Downstairs

Entrance

Accessible from the street via a ramp and automated door.

Water Fountain

There are no water fountains.

Hearing Assistance

Equipped with a Sennheiser Infrared Listening System. Headsets are available free of charge on a first- come first-serve basis.

Wheelchair Access

Downstairs Theatre for those patrons using wheelchairs or scooters, a wheelchair lift provides access to wheelchair locations.

Restrooms

A unisex wheelchair accessible restroom is located on the Lobby level. There are additional restrooms located 15 steps down from the Lobby.

407 West 43rd Street
New York, NY 10036

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Cast & Creative

The current cast and creative team of the show.

Cast

Debra Jo Rupp

Dr. Ruth

Creative

Written by

Mark St. Germain

Director

Julianne Boyd

Set Designer

Brian Prather

Costume Designer

Jennifer Moeller

Lighting Designer

Scott Pinkney

Sound Designer

Jessica Paz

Photos

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Oh, That's a Big One! Debra Jo Rupp & Dr. Ruth Westheimer Celebrate Opening Night of Becoming Dr. Ruth

Oh, That's a Big One! Debra Jo Rupp & Dr. Ruth Westheimer Celebrate Opening Night of Becoming Dr. Ruth

Before Becoming Dr. Ruth, Debra Jo Rupp Meets the Press With Dr. Ruth Westheimer

Before Becoming Dr. Ruth, Debra Jo Rupp Meets the Press With Dr. Ruth Westheimer

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