Vernon Reid

The Town Hall has comissioned Grammy winning songwriter rock legend Vernon Reid to compose a new original score for this African American cinema classic. Oscar Micheaux is the first major Black American filmmaker having directed and produced 44 films over his career. His films depicted contemporary Black life and complex characters countering the negative on screen portrayals of Blacks at the time. Body and Soul which stars Paul Robeson in his film debut takes a critical look at the exploitation of African American communities by corrupt religious figures and explores broader issues including poverty systemic racism and the struggle for economic and social justice.

The theatre is wheelchair accessible. There is a special section available for wheelchairs in the Orchestra Left section behind Row S. Anyone requiring accessible seating is asked to purchase an available ticket for the event as normal. Call 212-840-2824 for ticket availability. Upon arrival to the theatre a House Manager will see to your accessible seating needs. The theatre is also equipped with an elevator for Balcony seating access. Impaired Hearing Devices: Are available from the House Manager