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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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About Becoming Dr. Ruth on Broadway

Previews: Oct 11, 2013 • Opening: Oct 29, 2013 • Closing: Dec 22, 2013
Off-Broadway Plays Comedy
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Westside Theatre Downstairs
407 West 43rd Street
New York, NY 10036
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.
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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.”

Cast & Creative

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
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