I was pleased to see the Washington Post reviewed Into Sunlight, the dance based on the book by David Maraniss, the Pulitzer-prize winning journalist. It is a special look at a series of events surrounding the Vietnam War, and we have been honored to sponsor this very important work of art, and host Veterans Advantage Members to see the production at New York City’s famed 92nd Street Y and Georgetown University in Washington DC.
Choreographed by Robin Becker, a very talented artist and now a good friend of the company, the production follows the soldiers of the army battalion the Black Lions, 61 of whom died in an ambush by North Vietnamese on October 17, 1967. In a very poignant parallel, a second piece centers on the October 18, 1967, riot at the University of Wisconsin at Madison when student protesters tried to stop Dow Chemical, the maker of napalm, from recruiting on campus.
When we sponsored a performance in New York City over the summer, it struck a strong emotional chord with our members, whom we hosted with complimentary tickets. The interest still runs deep, and the continued dialogue about feelings is therapeutic. As one member wrote after viewing the Georgetown performance, “What a powerful and emotional piece of work. Thank you for the opportunity to attend.” Thank you to choreographer Robin Becker for this extraordinary artistic achievement.
We also hope you enjoy reading this week’s Cover Story, courtesy of Pulitzer prize winner Sarah Kaufman, dance critic at the Washington Post. Sarah recently interviewed me about our sponsorship of “Into Sunlight,” and you can read the full review here.
I am pleased to report great news for all Veterans Advantage members. Our Continental Airlines Discount has been expanded to cover travel on all Continental 
