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Interview Clip with Michael Knowles regarding one of the messages I wanted to share in my play, The American Soldier

Today I had the honor to speak to Veteran Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann. A Veteran and a former US Army Green Beret with tours all over the world including Colombia, Iraq, and multiple tours in Afghanistan. We spoke about my play, The American Soldier, and his play powerful play "Last Out" and plans for his new play based on his unbelievable and selfless mission, "Pineapple Express." Where he helped rescue Afgan Special Forces who fought so bravely alongside our brothers and sisters. ******* The American Soldier is a one-man show made to HONOR our Veterans and Military families. Its goal is to say THANK YOU to our Veterans and to their families. Based on letters from Veterans and their families, spanning from the Revolution to our recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The script has been crafted through extensive research and countless interviews with veterans and their family members. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.LandingHomeWebseries.com www.DouglasTaurel.com TV Series: https://www.landinghomewebseries.com/landing-home-tv-series/p/landing-home-web-series __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/

In reality, the stat is probably around 40 a day when you take in drug overdoes, alcoholism, and simply Veterans who just give up living and fall off the radar. @MichaelKnowles show interview The American Soldier is a piece of theatre made to HONOR our Veterans and Military families. Its goal is to say THANK YOU to our Veterans and to their families. Based on letters from Veterans and their families, spanning from the Revolution to our recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The script has been crafted through extensive research and countless interviews with veterans and their family members. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com My TV Series: https://www.landinghomewebseries.com/landing-home-tv-series/p/landing-home-web-series Tools I use to create: https://www.douglastaurel.com/blog/2023/7/26/essentialtoolsforaspiringactors My Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/douglastaurel __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/

I had the honor of performing my one-man show The American Soldier for the community of Cadillac, Michigan. The American Soldier is a piece of theatre made to HONOR our Veterans and Military families. Its goal is to say THANK YOU to our Veterans and to their families. It is a play to give those who have no understanding or connection to the Military, a better understanding of what service and sacrifices are. It is a powerful one-man show based on letters from Veterans and their families, spanning from the Revolution to our recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. It has performed in over 40 cities, including some of the nation's most notable theatres, like The Kennedy Center in 2016 & 2019, The Library of Congress twice, Off-Broadway twice, New York Federal Reserve Bank, and American Legion's National Headquarters, and earned a nominated for an Amnesty International Award and received 4 stars out of 5 at the Edinburgh Festival, Fringe for theatre excellence. __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

The American Soldier is a piece of theatre made to HONOR our Veterans and Military families. Its goal is to say THANK YOU to them! It is a powerful one-man show based on letters from Veterans and their families, spanning from the Revolution to our recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. It has performed in over 40 cities, including some of the nation's most notable theatres, like The Kennedy Center in 2016 & 2019, The Library of Congress twice, Off-Broadway twice, New York Federal Reserve Bank, and American Legion's National Headquarters, and earned a nominated for an Amnesty International Award and received 4 stars out of 5 at the Edinburgh Festival, Fringe for theatre excellence. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

The American Soldier is a piece of theatre made to HONOR our Veterans and Military families. Its goal is to say THANK YOU to our Vietnam Veterans, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans and families of every other conflict American has been part of since the revolution. A play to give those who have no understanding or connection to the Military, a better understanding of what service and sacrifices is. It is a powerful one-man show based on letters from Veterans and their families, spanning from the Revolution to our recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The script has been crafted through extensive research and countless interviews with veterans and their family members. It's a profoundly human story that honors our Veterans and their families and deepens our collective understanding of their experiences. The American Soldier uses theatre to foster healing, connection, and community. It reminds us of the enduring strength and resilience of the human spirit and what we all have in common as Americans. It has performed in over 40 cities, including some of the nation's most notable theatres, like The Kennedy Center in 2016 & 2019, The Library of Congress twice, Off-Broadway twice, New York Federal Reserve Bank, and American Legion's National Headquarters, and earned a nominated for an Amnesty International Award and received 4 stars out of 5 at the Edinburgh Festival, Fringe for theatre excellence. 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 has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. The American Soldier 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. Learn more at: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com The American Soldier Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3X0vJdT2FIDAJ3fNTo3Ekx?si=06764055c2944168 __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

In this insightful interview, I reconnected with a dear friend and the creative mind behind "Hot Angry Moms," Mel House. We delve into the intricacies of filmmaking, our friendship back to the early years in New York, where we studied acting and direction under Carl Forsman. Mel shares valuable insights into her artistic process, the challenges she faced while producing and shooting the film during COVID, and the unique ways she sourced funding for the project. Follow Mel at: https://www.hotangrymom.com https://www.instagram.com/hotangrymom/ https://twitter.com/hotangrymom Follow me at: Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

Creating your own work is the key to your success as an actor! You have got an iPhone that shoots 4K and shoots cinematically. You can write a short scene, shoot it on an iPhone, upload it, or edit it on Final Cut or even iMovie. Then submit it to hundreds of festivals and you can build your resume. __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

In this video, we'll explore the fundamentals of creating characters with character interviews. I will guide you through practical exercises designed to enhance your skills in how to create characters organically. Subscribe for more exciting acting lessons, theater insights, and film-related content. Don't forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update from us. Join our community of passionate performers today! Remember, your success as an actor is not just about talent but also dedication, practice, and a willingness to learn. Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

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Welcome to "The American Soldier Podcast”. A podcast to hear important stories told by Veterans and Military families. My hope and goal is that this podcast can help give a voice to our veterans and provide a path to healing, and help society better understand the sacrifices they and their families have given for us and our freedoms. Today's story is with Chief Warrant Officer 5, Marine Gunner, Mike Musselman. AKA, Gunner. Gunner was Infantryman for 25 years of his 30 years with the Marine Corps. He has three combat deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. I’ve been honoring Veterans and Military families with my play The American Soldier. It’s a one-man show that I first performed about 10 years ago for roughly 8 people in a small poetry club in lower Manhattan. Since then, I've had the honor of sharing the play and its message with over 45 cities and 35 states and thousands of Veterans and Military families. And because of this journey, I have had the honor of becoming friends with so many Veterans and Military Families from every branch and generation who have trusted me to share their stories with you in the hope that it can help someone __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

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Starting is always the hardest. Just start! It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult. -Seneca. Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

Always interview everyone you hire and bring on to your project - Interview with producer of Green Girl Diaries __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

Welcome to my latest video, where I'm excited to share the reaction and wonderful testimonials that my solo show, The American Soldier received in Monmouth, New Jersey in 2023. This solo show honors veterans and military families by telling their stories through powerful performances, and I'm thrilled to be able to share the impact it has had on audiences. In this video, you'll hear directly from those who have experienced "The American Soldier" and the emotions it has stirred in them. From tears to laughter, this show has left an indelible mark on those who have had the opportunity to witness it. Through these testimonials, you'll get a glimpse into the heart of The American Soldier and the power of storytelling. As a solo theater performer, I'm passionate about bringing important stories to life through my work. The American Soldier is a tribute to those who have sacrificed so much for our country, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to honor their service through this show. I hope that through these testimonials, you'll be inspired to see The American Soldier for yourself and join us in celebrating the bravery and sacrifice of our veterans and military families. Thank you for watching, and I hope you enjoy the testimonials for The American Soldier Solo Show. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more videos like this! Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

This is the official short trailer of The American Soldier is based and inspired by real stories and letters written by veterans and their families from the American Revolution through the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. It reveals the struggles American soldiers face at war and their internal struggles to come back home. The show strives to help us understand how and why it is so difficult for men and women in the armed services to re-enter our civilian life when they come back home. Its goal is to honor our veterans and thank their families for their immense sacrifice to our country. The American Soldier 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. The American Soldier has performed at The Kennedy Center (2016 & 2019), Off-Broadway, Library of Congress, American Legion National Headquarters, Off and in 40 cities, and 30 states in countless theaters and art centers across the country for the past five years, for veterans and audiences. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. Website: https://www.theamericansoldiersoloshow.com Douglas Taurel

Interview with independent film producer Vanessa Evans of Green Girl Diaries _ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

The American Soldier has performed at The Kennedy Center (2016 & 2019), Off-Broadway, Library of Congress, American Legion National Headquarters, Off and in 17 cities, and 12 states in countless theaters and art centers across the country for the past five years, for veterans and audiences. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. The American Soldier is based and inspired by real stories and letters written by veterans and their families from the American Revolution through the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. It reveals the struggles American soldiers face at war and their internal struggles to come back home. The show strives to help us understand how and why it is so difficult for men and women in the armed services to re-enter our civilian life when they come back home. Its goal is to honor our veterans and thank their families for their immense sacrifice to our country. The American Soldier 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. https://www.theamericansoldiersoloshow.com

Vanessa Evans is an independent film producer and director who film the Web Series Green Girl Diaries. We talked about her budget, the biggest lessons in filming, directing, and producing the project, and how she took action to make it happen. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenGirlDiaries/videos/574553947384163 Twitter: https://twitter.com/nessa_creates __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.DouglasTaurel.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

The American Soldier is a one-man show based on and inspired by real stories and letters written by veterans and their families from the American Revolution through the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. It reveals the struggles American soldiers face at war and their internal struggles to come back home. The show strives to help us understand how and why it is so difficult for men and women in the armed services to re-enter our civilian life when they come back home. Its goal is to honor our veterans and thank their families for their immense sacrifice to our country. The American Soldier has performed at The Kennedy Center (2016 & 2019), Off-Broadway, Library of Congress, American Legion National Headquarters, Off, and in over 41 cities and earned a nomination for an Amnesty International Award. __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com https://theamericansoldiersoloshow.lpages.co/theamericansoldier/ __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

The new trailer for The American Soldier Solo Show trailer __ Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com www.theamericansoldiersoloshow.lpages.co/theamericansoldier/ __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/

I had the honor of performing my play The American Soldier in New Philadelphia, Ohio on November 17th in honor of Veterans Day. Websites: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

I was asked to perform my play in honor of Veterans Day in Charleston, Illinois on November 3rd, 2022. The American Soldier has performed at The Kennedy Center (2016 & 2019), Off-Broadway, Library of Congress, American Legion National Headquarters, Off and in 17 cities, and 12 states in countless theaters and art centers across the country for the past five years, for veterans and audiences. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award for theatre excellence, received 4 out of 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and been featured in The Huffington Post, The Military Times, The Washington Post, Washington Times, DC Metro, US Veteran Magazine and Time Out, to name a few. The American Soldier is based and inspired by real stories and letters written by veterans and their families from the American Revolution through the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. It reveals the struggles American soldiers face at war and their internal struggles to come back home. The show strives to help us understand how and why it is so difficult for men and women in the armed services to re-enter our civilian life when they come back home. Its goal is to honor our veterans and thank their families for their immense sacrifice to our country. The American Soldier 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. “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 "His one-man show…he honors our veterans in their own words…" – The Military Times Website: wwwTheAmericanSoldierSoloShow.com __ Say hi on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/douglastaurel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasTaurel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglastaurel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglastaurel/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/douglastaurel

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The American Soldier solo show, written and performed by Douglas Taurel, is based on real events and actual letters written by veterans and their family members from the American Revolution through current day Afghanistan. It honors the experiences of veterans and their families and explores the internal struggles they face when returning home from combat. The solo show has performed the play at the Kennedy Center, Library of Congress, New York Federal Reserve Bank, Off-Broadway twice, American Legion's National headquarters, and countless theaters and art centers across the country for veterans and audiences. It has been nominated for an Amnesty International Award and featured in the Huffington Post, The Washington Post, Military Times, and Time Out. ⇒ LEARN MORE VIA WEBSITE: https://www.theamericansoldiersoloshow.com