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Becoming Dr. Ruth is a 90-minute, no-intermission, one-woman theatrical bio-drama about the life of Dr. Ruth Westheimer. Written by Mark St. Germain and performed by Tovah Feldshuh, this compelling solo piece traces Ruth Westheimer’s remarkable journey—from escaping Nazi Germany to becoming a world-renowned sex-education icon. The production has graced stages including Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor and the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York, delivering intimate storytelling and powerful stage presence.