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Twice a year, the Exit Zero Jazz Festival takes over the historic seaside town of Cape May, transforming it into a music village that welcomes an impressive array of cultures and musical styles, including blockbuster jazz, NEA Jazz Masters, Grammy-winning legends and crowd favorites.

The Cape May Jazz Festival Foundation champions the cultivation and discovery of jazz, blues, and folk music for all.  Active year round, the Foundation sponsors Artist Residencies, in-school concerts, performance opportunities for student bands on the festival stages, and the David O. Clemans Music Connects Big Band. In 2025, more than 2,000 students of all ages engaged with Music Education Outreach! Click on this link for more info: https://www.exitzerojazzfestival.com/

“A compelling reminder of the human stories behind the uniform.” - The Huffington Post

 Critics praise The American Soldier as a riveting and deeply moving tribute — an intimate solo performance that powerfully honors the courage, sacrifice, and humanity of those who have served.

Inspired by real letters written by service members and their families, The American Soldier is a powerful solo performance that brings to life the voices of those who have served — from the nation’s earliest days to the present. Through stories of courage, sacrifice, humor, and hope, the play reminds us that history is lived one life at a time.

Intimate and deeply moving, this tour de force offers a timely reflection on service, freedom, and the enduring ideals that continue to shape our country.

This is a three day, limited engagement show at Cape May Stage.