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Briefly

The Rolling Thunder musical blends rock concert energy with documentary-style storytelling to revisit the Vietnam War. It features the perspectives of soldiers, protesters, and their families alongside iconic songs from the 60s and 70s. In addition to this production, August introduces several Off-Broadway performances including 'Can I Be Frank?' which channels queer comic Frank Maya, and 'The Day I Accidentally Went to War' which reflects on military experiences. Other shows include a narrative-driven magic show by Jamie Allan, combining technology with traditional magic.
"Mixing rock concert energy with documentary-style storytelling, Rolling Thunder musical revisits the Vietnam War through the voices of soldiers, protesters, and loved ones and iconic 60s and 70s songs."
"Bill Posley mines his own military service in a sharp, heartfelt solo piece that spans childhood trauma, basic training, deployment, and the uneasy return home, mixing brutal truths with deep affection to honor veterans while celebrating resilience and the human spirit."
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