AMAL by Combat Hippies

A provocative and inspiring spoken word theater piece that delves into the societal impact of war. Direction and Dramaturgy by award-winning theater artist, Teo Castellanos; Written and Performed by military/war veterans Combat Hippies; Original AfroRican-Punk soundtrack produced by DJ Brimstone 127 with live percussion by Angel Ruben Rodriguez Sr. AMAL examines the impact of war with equal parts humor and urgency. It explores the quest for meaning, purpose and identity sought through enlisting in the military and shares the unifying experiences of combatants and noncombatants as people of color. Tough and tender, AMAL relays stories of veterans’, refugees’ and civilians’ adjustment to life after war. And, with its all-Puerto Rican cast, it places Puerto Rico’s cultural and military heritage center stage.

AfroRican Punk soundtrack produced by Brimstone 127 & Live percussion by Angel Ruben Rodriguez Sr.

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