MY JOURNEY FROM MARINE TO ACTOR Before he fought in the galac | TEDxSHOW
MY JOURNEY FROM MARINE TO ACTOR
Before he fought in the galactic battles of Star Wars, Adam Driver was a United States Marine with 1/1 Weapons Company. He tells the story of how and why he became a Marine, the complex transition from soldier to civilian -- and Arts in the Armed Forces, his nonprofit that brings theater to the military. Because, as he says: "Self-expression is just as valuable a tool as a rifle on your shoulder." Followed by a spirited performance of Marco Ramirez's "I am not Batman" by Jesse J. Perez and Matt Johnson. (Adult language)
The speaker:
Adam Driver - Actor and Marine Corps veteran. Adam Driver is working to bridge the cultural gap between the United States Armed Forces and the performing arts communities by bringing the best modern American theater to the military.
Matt Johnson - Drummer. Matt Johnson has played on some of the most critically acclaimed records in almost everyone's collections.
Jesse Perez - Actor. Jesse J. Perez works as a guest director and teacher at Juilliard, and he has done numerous readings for Arts in the Armed Forces.
