Art exchange "Towards the 31st Mai Vang Award": Connecting and spreading humanistic values

The program promises to attract a large number of artists, experts, readers and those involved in the cultural and artistic life of Ho Chi Minh City, thereby continuing to affirm the connecting and spreading role of the Mai Vang Award over the past 3 decades.

Bridge of gratitude and sharing

Over the past 30 years, the Mai Vang Awards have honored many artistic talents, while maintaining the mission of connecting extremely meaningful social activities.

The two components "Mai Vang Nhan Ai" and "Mai Vang Tri An" have become a bridge of sharing, accompanying the silent and persistent contributions of many generations of artists, intellectuals, scientists ... Over the past 6 years, that humanitarian journey has spread love to more than 800 artists, teachers, doctors, intellectuals... across the country, so that the love of artists and people with meritorious services to the country can shine and continue to be preserved.

Within the framework of the 2nd Art Exchange program "Towards the 31st Golden Apricot Award - 2025", the Golden Apricot Award Organizing Committee will launch the E-card "Golden Apricot of Charity - Golden Apricot of Gratitude: Journey of Spreading Love", fully recording the emotional gratitude activities.

Kết nối, lan tỏa giá trị nhân văn - Ảnh 1. — Artists participating in the 1st Art Exchange Program - Launching the 31st Golden Apricot Awards - 2025

Accompany and honor

In the second art exchange program, the Organizing Committee invited poet Le Minh Quoc, who composed poems that anchor the spiritual memories of Vietnam, to attend. Besides, there was Cai Luong artist Trang Bich Lieu, a loyal singer of Cai Luong stage, despite a difficult life, she still accompanied the young generation of artists to continue performing and contributing to the stage of Ho Chi Minh City.

The two artists mentioned above will tell unforgettable stories about their profession, the Mai Vang Award and their steadfast dedication to the cause of culture and art.

People's Artist Tran Minh Ngoc, member of the Mai Vang Award Art Council, emphasized: "I welcome the initiative to carry out art exchange programs about the Mai Vang Award. Because, after many years of organization, each season has been improved and innovated, bringing many meaningful messages closer to the public and readers nationwide."

People's Artist Tran Minh Ngoc also expressed his strong belief in the sustainable value of the Mai Vang Award. According to him, the most meaningful thing about the Mai Vang Award is that the honoree is chosen by the public in a fair and sincere manner. For artists, being loved by the audience is the most noble reward.

From the perspective of a director and a trainer, People's Artist Tran Minh Ngoc is very pleased with the art exchange program about the Mai Vang Award. This time, it is worth noting the opinions of many artists about unforgettable memories with the Mai Vang Award, expressed through reports with the participation of People's Artist Lan Huong, People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi, People's Artist My Uyen, author Nguyen Toan Thang, artist Mai Van Thanh, Meritorious Artist Le Nguyen Dat, singer Anh Bang...

According to Meritorious Artist Le Thien, the meaningful art exchange programs organized by Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper help artists live more responsibly with their profession. Singer Bich Phuong - who has been involved with Mai Vang programs for many years - was moved: "I see that Mai Vang is not only the stage light but also the light of compassion. Being loved and remembered is the greatest happiness for artists."

The second art exchange program will have the participation of artists: People's Artist Ta Minh Tam, People's Artist Que Tran, Meritorious Artist Kim Tu Long, musician Hamlet Truong, singer Lo Lo, movie actor Ly Hung, movie actor - model Binh Minh, singer Dong Quan, Di Oanh, singing group TDB, Trai Tim Trang, dance group Bau Troi Xanh... The artists will perform art performances: "Dong lua reo" (composer: Ton That Lap), "Lin dao" (composer: Thap Nhat), "Hay den con nguoi Viet Nam toi" (composer: Xuan Nghia), "Vo Dong So - Bach Thu Ha" (composer: People's Artist Vien Chau), "Bau oi dung khoc" (composer: Hamlet Truong)...

Looking forward to season 31

In 2025, the Golden Apricot Awards will continue to innovate by expanding the categories for plays and political programs; adding categories for songs and music videos. This innovation continues to maintain the award's criteria: Honoring true values, decided by the public.

In the context of Ho Chi Minh City being recognized by UNESCO as a Creative City of Cinema, the 31st Mai Vang Awards - 2025 is expected to continue to be a spiritual support and motivation for big screen actors in particular and the country's artists in general.

Meritorious Artist - Director Ca Le Hong confided: "The Mai Vang Award helps us always remember that art is first and foremost about humanity. No one can stand alone on stage, they also have colleagues and the audience by their side."

From the perspective of cultural and artistic research, Associate Professor Dr. Phan Bich Ha believes that the Mai Vang Award has built a valuable ecosystem where artists, audiences, and media together create a healthy spiritual life. This is the core factor for the sustainable development of Vietnam's cultural industry.

People's Artist Lan Huong, Vietnam Stage Artists Association, commented: "The Mai Vang Award is a journey of gratitude, of artistry, of trust and loyalty between the public and artists. And that journey, the 31st Mai Vang Award season continues to blossom. I hope that there will be art exchange programs organized by Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper in the North and Central regions in the near future."

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