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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Roman Baca, Artistic Director and Cofounder of Exit12 Dance Company

1:19:18

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4 min

Roman Baca, a US Marine Iraq war veteran and the artistic director of Exit12 Dance Company, testified about the power of dance and storytelling in healing veterans and educating the public about military service. He highlighted the company's 17-year history in New York City, its impact on veterans, and the importance of arts programs for addressing veterans' mental health challenges.

  • Exit12 has presented over 125 performances, showcasing stories of over 1,000 veterans and engaging 75,000 audience members.
  • Baca emphasized the need for continued support to sustain and expand their work in the face of rising costs.
  • He invited council members to attend their upcoming workshop series and performance at the Intrepid Museum.