People's Artist Minh Vuong and Artist Kieu Le Tam
Kieu Le Tam - The miracle of a martial arts artist
On the evening of October 21, at the program "One Heart" organized by Meritorious Artist Kim Tu Long and Ms. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Dung (brand name "Dung Seafood") to raise funds to help artist Buu Khanh - who is being treated in Hue for heart disease, the audience was moved to see artist Kieu Le Tam reappearing on stage after more than two decades of absence.
She is 78 years old this year, and was once a famous martial arts actress, associated with troupes such as Saigon 3, Hoa Anh Dao - Kim Chuong, An Giang, Kien Giang , Hau Giang, Ben Tre... before settling in the US 25 years ago.
Throughout her career, she has left her mark with many unique roles, especially the role of Nhac Mau in the play "Lenh Ho Xung", co-starring with artists Duc Loi, Anh Hong, Thanh Kim Le, Truong Xuan, Lam Son... "She plays the second-class roles, but the female actors who play the main roles, if not careful, will be "overshadowed" by her. Because, she acts very confidently, sings very well and has a sweet voice, and acts extremely intelligently" - journalist Tran Dai Phu said.
Artist Kieu Le Tam also recently suffered an injury from a fall that broke her arm. After several months of treatment, her pain has subsided and she has returned home to visit her hometown. "I miss it so much, I miss the stage, the lights and the audience" - she cried.
Kieu Le Tam - The moment that made the audience fall silent
When the opening music of the traditional song "Mother's Daughter" (composer Loan Thao) sounded, the old artist stepped out in a simple ao dai, her hands trembling but her eyes shining with joy. Together with artist Bich Hanh, she sang with a warm, soulful voice as if she had never left the stage.
Artist Kieu Le Tam and Meritorious Artist Kim Tu Long
She then performed the song "Green Betel Leaves" by composer People's Artist Vien Chau, leaving a sweet echo in the hearts of the listeners. The audience applauded enthusiastically, many could not hold back their tears when seeing an artist in her twilight years still singing with all her heart for her colleagues.
They rushed to give flowers and money, but she gave all of that money back to artist Buu Khanh, and even took out her own money to help him with the treatment costs. "I heard that Mr. Buu Khanh was seriously ill, I was very sad. Due to my health, I could not go to Hue to visit him, so I sent a little of my heart. Thank you to the audience for loving our artist when he is old and still sick and in difficulty" - Artist Kieu Le Tam said.
Kieu Le Tam: "Tonight is my miracle"
Speaking emotionally, artist Kieu Le Tam said: "For more than 20 years, I have not been able to stand on stage, I thought my singing voice had ended. But tonight is a miracle, because I can sing amidst the love of my colleagues and the audience. I am not rich, I just hope to contribute a little bit of love to help Buu Khanh overcome his critical condition. That is the greatest joy of my life."
Artist Kieu Le Tam
After she finished speaking, the audience stood up and applauded continuously. The atmosphere in the Along Thai auditorium was filled with emotion and gratitude.
People's Artist Minh Vuong shared: "I was moved to see Kieu Le Tam return. She is a dedicated and righteous artist who has gone through many hardships with the Cai Luong stage. Seeing her again on stage today is a joy for the entire artist community."
Meritorious Artist Kim Tu Long, the program organizer, said: "When I heard that Ms. Kieu Le Tam had returned from the US, I invited her to come and watch for fun. I didn't expect her to let me go on stage to sing, and she sang with all her love. It was that energy and heart that gave strength to this performance."
Actress Mai Ka - daughter of Meritorious Artist Kim Tu Long and Artist Kieu Le Tam
Artist Bich Hanh, who sang a duet with her, emotionally said: "When I sang with Kieu Le Tam, I wanted to cry. She sang so sweetly, each word seemed to put all her youth on stage into it. She is an example for us to follow."
Echoes of a heart
The program "One Heart" ended with more than 30 million VND in donations from the audience and benefactors. But the greatest value is the love of the artists, the belief that the reformed theater is still the home that connects generations.
The return of artist Kieu Le Tam is not only an artistic moment, but also a symbol of affection and belief in the humanistic values of stage artists.
She will return to the US on November 2, but she has an appointment with fellow artists at a meeting to visit and chat about life and career during her 40-year journey with the stage.
Source: https://nld.com.vn/nghe-kieu-le-tam-78-tuoi-ca-vong-co-minh-vuong-kim-tu-long-khoc-196251022105518084.htm
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