Ruth’s multimedia, solo show takes us into the story of one woman’s courageous and soul-searching journey of adventure, discovery, and ultimate forgiveness. The memoir, although intensely personal, is universal in its dramatic and historic appeal.Ruth’s multimedia, solo show takes us into the story of one woman’s courageous and soul-searching journey of adventure, discovery, and ultimate forgiveness. The memoir, although intensely personal, is universal in its dramatic and historic appeal.
Born in 1956, playwright Ruth Bieber, second daughter of post World War II immigrant parents, begins life in rural Alberta. The farm life, her Father’s dream, holds devastating consequences for the six-week old infant, her Mother, and ultimately the family as a whole.
The show features salient highlights of Ruth's life as a woman, mother, professional, academic and world traveling adventurer, who happens to be blind. Ruth invites audience members to wear nightshades during the show to fully experience her own vision loss.
Date: September 27, 2019 in Hill 104
3:00pm - 5:00pm: To See Or Not To See; Is that the question?
5:00pm - 5:15pm: Intermission (refreshments and light snacks provided)
5:15pm - 6:00pm: Viewing of Blind Spot Patagonia
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Post show discussion and questions
Please register for the event at https://ithaca.campuslabs.com/engage/event/4898166
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Michelle Lang at mlang@ithaca.edu or (607) 274-3335. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.
https://www.ithaca.edu/intercom/article.php/20190918120931865