The American Soldier at
Footlight Players
Friday, May 29 at 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 30th at 3:00 pm
Sunday, May 31st at 3:00 pm
Many are in tears, asking why this play isn't better known.
- Peter Marks, Washington Post
“A Ritual of Remembrance. A Soul Offering."
— Times Square Chronicles
“Honoring the sacrifice through storytelling.”=
-Hollywood Soapbox
"Powerful one-man show that honors our Veterans.”
-Broadway World
“A shining spotlight!”
- DC Metro
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The American Soldier invites audiences to journey through the American story.
It delves into the lives of 15 Veterans and their family members, sharing their stories of bravery and selflessness. It fearlessly reveals their wounds, using darkness and humor, and gives moments that resound with lasting meaning for audiences old enough to remember and those young enough to yearn for inspiration.
It is the American story of how many men and women have put on and are willing to put on the uniform to fight, defend and give the ultimate sacrifice for what our country stands for.
Directed by Padraic Lillis and consulted by Stephen Jobes, and was originally developed in Emmy Award-winner Matt Hoverman's GO-SOLO Workshop.
The American Soldier at Footlight Players
Friday, May 29 at 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 30th at 3:00 pm
Sunday, May 31st at 3:00 pm
“Taurel gives each voice a sensitive, moving presence…He is utterly believable.”
– British Theatre Guide
"...if you want to make the most out of your trip to D.C., go see The American Soldier this inauguration weekend."
– The Washington Post
"The American Soldier is definitely one of the five things you want to do this Memorial Weekend."
– The Austin Chronicle
"An important light!”
- New York Wire
“The play inspires and honors!”
- The Los Angeles Wire
“Powerful theatre”
- Chicago Journal
“Flawless and powerful.”
— Huffington Post
