The American Soldier
As part of the VA New Jersey Health Care System’s Veterans Resilience Arts Trail for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, VA New Jersey Health Care System and OCC’s Veteran and Military Resource Center are proud to present The American Soldier.
The American Soldier is a powerful one man performance that brings to life the real struggles of American service members at war, as well as the courage of veterans and their families as they work to return home and reintegrate into civilian life. The show is based on actual letters written by veterans and their loved ones, offering an authentic and emotional look into their experiences.
The production has earned an Amnesty International Award nomination and has been performed at prestigious venues including The Kennedy Center (2016, 2019, 2024), the Library of Congress, two Off Broadway theaters (59 East 59 and New York Rep), the New York Federal Reserve Bank, and the American Legion’s National Headquarters. It has toured more than 38 U.S. cities and has been featured in major outlets such as The Washington Post, Huffington Post, Broadway World, Playbill, Military Times, Washington Times, and Time Out. VA New Jersey Health Care System and OCC’s Veteran and Military Resource Center look forward to welcoming you to this moving and nationally acclaimed performance honoring the resilience and sacrifice of those who have served.
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Ticketing Policy
All sales are final. Policies, programs, artists, dates, times, and prices are subject to change without notice. Members may be eligible for exchanges and refunds based on their membership level. A complete listing of ticketing policies can be found on our Ticketing Policies page.
Accessible Seating & Services
Accessible seating is available through all ticket sales channels on a first-come, first-served basis. Accessible seating locations include a space suitable for a patron-provided wheelchair. Patrons requesting accessible seating acknowledge that they, or a member of their party, require accessible seating due to a mobility disability (visible or non-visible) as defined by the ADA, or require the features of an accessible seating location.
Requests for interpretive services or braille programs must be made at least three weeks prior to the event; more advance notice is appreciated. Assistive listening devices are available for the Main Stage by visiting the Box Office prior to each performance. Please call (voice) 732-255-0500 or email (text) grunincenter@ocean.edu with accessibility requests beyond wheelchair accessible seating.
Venue Information – Mezzanine Access
All seats in row AA – DD of the Mezzanine require stairs to access. Row EE does not require stairs. There are 2 central stairs in the Mezzanine, and no aisles against the walls.
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