People's Artist Kim Cuong and Minh Vuong were moved when they were honored on the death anniversary of the theater's founder.

People's Artist Kim Cuong, People's Artist Minh Vuong and a number of veteran artists were honored for their many contributions to the country's theater scene at a ceremony to honor the theater industry's founders, held at the Youth Cultural House (HCMC) on the afternoon of October 3.

People's Artist Minh Vuong was emotional at the moment of being honored.

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The Vietnam Stage Ancestor Commemoration Day is a traditional event held on the 12th day of the 8th lunar month every year. This is considered a major event for those working in the stage industry, to show their respect to the founders of the profession, honoring the predecessors who have contributed to the development of the industry. This day is also an opportunity for artists and those working in the stage industry to look back on a year of artistic activities.

At the Youth Cultural House, the event took place on the afternoon of October 3 (August 12 of the lunar calendar). Mr. Nguyen Hong Phuc, Director of the Youth Cultural House, said that when organizing the program, what he wanted was for artists to gather together on Vietnam Theatre Day, look back on the past year, and encourage each other to continue to strive and contribute to the country's arts.

People's Artist Minh Vuong hopes that his profession will "allow him to sing forever"

At the program, in addition to the incense offering ceremony to pay tribute to the ancestors, the organizing committee also honored and expressed gratitude to artists who have made many contributions to the national stage. Not only are they skilled and dedicated to their profession, these veteran artists are also exemplary moral examples, a source of inspiration for younger generations of artists to follow. They are Meritorious Artist Phi Dieu (93 years old), People's Artist Kim Cuong (86 years old), People's Artist Minh Vuong (75 years old), Meritorious Artist Hong Van (76 years old), musician Tran Xuan Tien (75 years old), announcer Khai Hoan (72 years old)...

Youth Cultural House recognizes the contributions of Meritorious Artist Phi Dieu

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People's Artist Kim Cuong expressed that she will continue to contribute to art and life.

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Sharing with Thanh Nien , artist Minh Vuong expressed his emotions at the moment of being honored. "I am very happy and moved when everyone recognizes my dedication. My life has gone through many difficulties, endured, and overcome obstacles to be where I am today. Everything is not easy, very difficult. I would like to thank all the authorities who care about the theater industry, especially the reformed opera. This is also the motivation for me to try to stay healthy and strive further. I am lucky that I can still sing very well, I hope the profession will let me sing forever," the male artist confided.

Meanwhile, People's Artist Kim Cuong also shared the same feeling of "touched and happy" when her contributions were recognized. "The stage diva" expressed: "This is a happy day for us artists. Since then, I have only focused on contributing to life, not daring to think about myself. I am very emotional today. We are pioneering artists, hoping that those who come after will have a more favorable career."

Veteran artists reunite on Vietnam Theatre Day

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People's Artist Minh Vuong, People's Artist Thanh Dien... and many artists participated in the ceremony to worship the ancestors

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The ancestor worship ceremony was performed solemnly.

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Actress Truong Ngoc Anh in ao dai, radiantly going to worship the profession's ancestors

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In addition, the Youth Cultural House will also organize a national exhibition of Vietnamese calligraphy with the theme Tam and calligraphy exchanges with Japanese authors. This year's exhibition is not only an opportunity for the public to admire the exquisite beauty of calligraphy, but also helps visitors discover the unique features of Vietnamese and Japanese calligraphy. The works on display will reflect the intersection between tradition and modernity, giving viewers a comprehensive view of the development and transformation of calligraphy.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/nsnd-kim-cuong-minh-vuong-xuc-dong-khi-duoc-tri-an-trong-ngay-gio-to-san-khau-18525100319484998.htm