Special Showings of Broadway Musical-Movie “Soul Doctor” Planned Across NYS on June 13

Showing in select theaters, exclusively on June 13, across the nation is “Soul Doctor,” a Broadway musical-movie about the relationship between “rock star” Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach and Dr. Nina Simone, a music and civil rights icon. The movie version of the musical was filmed during the “Israel at 70” Festival in Jerusalem by writer/director Danny Wise, while the screenings were organized by Fathom Events and Executive Producer Lisa Simone, Nina Simone’s daughter.

“Soul Doctor” is focused on the character of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, from his escape from Nazi Germany at a young age to his friendship with Nina Simone. Simone introduced Carlebach to soul and gospel music, which Carlebach merged with his own roots. This fusion led to a revival of Jewish music and culture.

“‘Soul Doctor’ is a testament to the healing power of music,” said Lisa Simone, “It is medicine for the soul, plain and simple. The kinship between Nina Simone and Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach demonstrates the influence we can have on each other when we look past our differences. Their impact on each other, and the world as we know it today, remains a beacon of what is possible when we follow our heart’s calling no matter the odds.”

The film’s music is by Shlomo Carlebach, with lyrics by David Schechter. Choreography was done by Abdur Rahim Jackson. Josh Young, of Broadway’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Evita,” plays Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Nya, star of “Cleopatra” and Broadway’s “Caroline or Change” revival, plays Nina Simone. Emily Padgett, star of Broadway’s “Side Show,” “Bright Star,” “Rock of Ages,” and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” plays Ruth.

Civil rights activist and sister-in-law to Martin Luther King Jr., Dr. Naomi King, spoke on the film, saying, “Any person watching this movie, it’ll shake ’em, move ’em and change ‘em to help make this a better world.”

Tickets and more information are available on Fathom Events’ website.

Screenings of “Soul Doctor” in New York State

Regal Colonie Center & RPX – Albany, NY

Regal Crossgates & IMAX – Albany, NY

Regal UA Sheepshead Bay IMAX & RPX – Brooklyn, NY

Regal Elmwood Center – Buffalo, NY

AMC Dine-In Huntington Square 12 – East Northport, NY

Showcase Cinema de Lux Farmingdale – Farmingdale, NY

Regal UA Hampton Bays – Hampton Bays, NY

Island 16: Cinema de Lux – Holtsville, NY

Regal Ithaca Mall – Ithaca, NY

Regal Nanuet & RPX – Nanuet, NY

AMC Lincoln Square 13 – New York, NY

AMC Empire 25 – New York, NY

AMC 34th Street 14 – New York, NY

AMC Loews Kips Bay 15 – New York, NY

Regal Union Square ScreenX & 4DX – New York, NY

Regal Battery Park – New York, NY

Cinemark Tinseltown USA – Gates – Rochester, NY

Regal Ronkonkoma – Ronkonkoma, NY

Regal UA Staten Island & RPX – Staten Island, NY

AMC Dine-In Staten Island 11 – Staten Island, NY

AMC Loews Stony Brook 17 – Stony Brook, NY

Regal Salmon Run – Watertown, NY

AMC Loews Webster 12 – Webster, NY

AMC Raceway 10 – Westbury, NY

Regal Westbury IMAX & RPX – Westbury, NY

Showcase Cinema de Lux City Center 15 – White Plains, NY

College Point Multiplex Cinemas – Whitestone, NY

Regal Transit Center & IMAX – Williamsville, NY

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