
“Resilient Voices” is a powerful and moving performance that honors the experiences of veterans through storytelling and song. This heartfelt production features monologues shared by veterans of the Vineland Veterans Memorial Home, offering an intimate glimpse into their personal journeys, struggles, and triumphs. These emotional narratives are complemented by stirring choral numbers, performed by a unique ensemble of both veterans and community members. Together, their voices unite in a celebration of strength, resilience, and the enduring bonds forged through service. “Resilient Voices” is a tribute to the courage of those who have served and a testament to the healing power of community.
We are also pleased to feature NJ Dogs of Honor during our grand concert, which will include a demonstration of service dog training that emphasizes the therapeutic bond between humans and animals.

Lauren Fazenbaker is a South Jersey native who has been performing within the community for nearly two decades. Lauren has studied voice/piano/acting for roughly 20 years. She has studied at West Chester University, Rowan College of South Jersey, and with other instructors throughout the South Jersey region. Over the past two years, Lauren has begun to privately teach voice and piano, passing on her passion for music to the future generation. Lauren has served as the music director for VAMP for the past 3 years and also serves as Historian for Cumberland Players. She has also been the Music Director for several Levoy Summer Camps.

Curtis Matias is a graduate of Rowan College of South Jersey, holding an Associates Degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in Theatre/Acting/Directing. He has contributed to numerous productions in the South Jersey region, taking on roles such as performer, sound designer, and assistant stage manager/director. Presently, he serves as the Marketing Coordinator for the Levoy Theatre’s Arts & Education Center. In his free time, he enjoys writing and recording music under the name DUROY.