Theaters
Ruth began his theatrical career at the Playhouse on the Mall, Paramus, NJ, in the early '60s, a theater first produced by the well known author, Robert Ludlum. Ruth was hired by the theater to hire the musicians for the orchestra.

|
Rod with Tommy Tune and the Manhattan Rhythm Kings in "White Tie and Tails" 2001
|
"In my job, I often work on both sides of the fence. I not only represent and hire the personnel, but also work for and represent the producer."

|
"Crazy For You" 1999
Rod with Jim Walton, Stacey Logan, and Tom Helm (Musical Director)
The State Theater of New Jersey - Paper Mill Playhouse
This production was nationally broadcast over PBS's "Great Performances" and was nominated for an Emmy
|
|

|
"A Chorus Line" A 2012 Production
|
|

|
Irene Fokine - Ballet Notable and Choreographer
She was one of the first choreographers to bring the full-length Nutcracker
to American audiences
|
|

|
Rod with Jerry Lester and Ann Corio in "This Was Burlesque"
The concept of this show eventually became the Broadway musical "Sugar Babies"
|
|