I wouldn't be at all surprised if Ruthie has signed on for 6 or even 4 months at Sweeney... I mean it begins Feb 26, she could be in rehearsals for Here Lies Love all through July or August or even as early as May, and then leave Sweeney for a summer or fall opening... Beggar Woman is a challenging and important role but not a huge one.
But I don't think we should assume that HLL is not happening without Ruthie.
