SOUL DOCTOR Opens Tonight Off-Broadway

The new off-Broadway production of Soul Doctor, created by Daniel S. Wise, David Schechter, and Shlomo Carlebach and directed and choreographed by Mindy Cooper, opens tonight, December 14, at the Actors Temple Theatre, 339 West 47th Street.

Soul Doctor takes the audience on an exhilarating musical journey and explores the dramatic life of a cultural icon set in the transformative era of the Love generation. It tells the fascinating story of the father of popular Jewish music, Shlomo Carlebach, and his unlikely friendship with Nina Simone, the high priestess of Soul. A modern-day troubadour, Shlomo ignited the spirit of millions around the world with his soul-stirring melodies, transformative storytelling and boundless love.

Jewish pop sensation Josh Nelson plays the role of "Shlomo Carlebach," with Dan'yelle Williamson as "Nina Simone," Dianna Barger, Dylan Boyd, Debra Cardona, Jacob Heimer, Anthony Laciura, Don Meehan, and Hayden Wall. Lee Hollis Bussie, Rosalie Graziano, Janelle McDermoth, Erin Mosher,John Plumpis, and Jesse Swimm complete the cast.

Soul Doctor has a book by Daniel S. Wise, lyrics by David Schechter, music and additional lyrics by Shlomo Carlebach, and is directed/choreographed by Mindy Cooper. Scenic design is by David Goldstein, costume design is by Tristan Raines, lighting design is by Zach Blane, sound design is byRaymond Schilke, projection design is by Brad Peterson, and orchestrations and additional arrangements are by Steve Margoshes. Seth Faber is the music director,Jim Morgan is the AssociateMusic Director, Jessimeg Productions is the General Management, and B.J. Forman is the Production Stage Manager. The show is produced by Jeremy Chess.

For more information, visit www.souldoctorbroadway.com.