Shrine Conversations: How Do You Persuade Entertainers to Perform in War Zones?

Shrine of Remembrance

Entertainers have performed in war and peacekeeping zones for decades, but what does it take to get them over there? And what happens if things don't go according to plan?

In this podcast, Warrant Officer Class 1 Mark Langley shares a peek behind the curtain of a Forces Entertainment concert from recruiting to the curtain call. Listen as he unpacks stories of escorting comedians, musicians and performers to gigs all over the world.

Image:

Cold Chisel's Ian Moss with WO1 Mark Langley in East Timor.

Music:

Sylvester Subconscious Cast Of Characters

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The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Shrine of Remembrance.