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Arts & Culture

Veterans In Performing Arts

New Hampshire Public Radio | By Rick Ganley

Published November 11, 2014 at 6:00 AM EST

There’s a non-profit organization in Portsmouth with the aim of bringing veterans from all branches of the U.S. Military into the performing arts, both on and off the stage. Jonathan Rockwood Hoar is the Artistic Director of Veterans In Performing Arts. He spoke with Morning Edition about how it started and what it has meant for those who participate.

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Rick Ganley

As the host of Morning Edition, my aim is to present news and stories to New Hampshire listeners daily that inform and entertain with credibility, humility and humor.

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