Since moving from the Artists' Nursing Home to the Thi Nghe Nursing Center, this place has become a peaceful resting place for many veteran artists who have contributed to the revolutionary culture and art of Vietnam. They are the voices, songs, and roles that have left an impression on the public, now old and weak, they come here as a common home filled with the warmth of colleagues.

When mentioning the senior artists at Thi Nghe Nursing Home, we cannot help but mention their great contributions to the country's art. They are the generation that laid the foundation for the reformed theater, drama, music and cinema of Vietnam, who used their voices, lyrics and transformed into characters on stage to spread patriotism, preserve national identity and encourage revolutionary spirit during the difficult times of the country.

Artists at Thi Nghe Nursing Center participate in activities celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2.

Nowadays, despite being away from the spotlight, many artists still maintain an optimistic and life-loving spirit. Artist Dieu Hien, a famous cai luong singer, emotionally shared her happy and joyful feelings when being performed by benefactors, artist groups, children and grandchildren. Artist Mac Can, who has been involved in many big and small roles, choked up and said that in the past he used to live in a shabby rented house, but now he has a decent roof to protect him from the sun and rain, and is taken care of his health every day. "I don't want anything more in my old age," artist Mac Can shared.

Young artists today still look to them as their “roots”, as a treasure trove of life experience. Since the beginning of 2025, many young artist groups have organized exchange programs, performances, gift giving and visits at the Center. During a recent visit, singer Pham Thanh Thao shared: “Over the past year, we have often come here on holidays and Tet to encourage the spirits of the uncles and aunts. Each person has different circumstances, but the common point is always keeping the love for the stage and art.”

The young artists shared that each time they interacted with the artists, they understood and appreciated more the value of the artistic work of their predecessors, who had devoted their youth and passion to the national culture. At the same time, they also learned the love of the profession, the spirit of sacrifice and the social responsibility of artists.

In addition to the attention of artists, city leaders at all levels also always pay attention to the spiritual and material life of elderly artists. During a recent visit to Thi Nghe Nursing Center, comrade Huynh Thanh Nhan, Vice Chairman of the People's Council of Ho Chi Minh City affirmed: "The activity of repaying gratitude and showing gratitude to the generation who have contributed to the revolution and contributed to the development of the city is an important activity, which has always been paid attention to by leaders at all levels for many years."

The affection between two generations at Thi Nghe Nursing Center, one side is the golden memories of the stage, the other side is the youthful energy and enthusiasm, has blended into a lasting flow of love. From there, the message of "keeping the passion of the profession, extending the love" spread not only among artists but also to the community, becoming a cultural beauty of the city of love.

Article and photos: HA THU

    Source: https://www.qdnd.vn/van-hoa/doi-song/giu-lua-nghe-noi-dai-mach-yeu-thuong-853166