Trung KhoaAt the press conference on June 6, representatives of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports (DoC&S) updated the media on the issue of some bolero singers wearing inappropriate costumes with sensitive historical connotations during their performances.
The Department stated that after receiving feedback, they worked with relevant authorities to invite some singers for discussion. During the meeting, the Department corrected and educated the singers about their inappropriate actions, which had received negative reactions from the public.
"Individuals have committed not to repeat such actions. In the coming time, the Ho Chi Minh City DoC&S will continue to cooperate with the Department of Information and Communication to review and take appropriate measures for each specific case," a Department representative said.
Image of some bolero singers wearing inappropriate costumes (Photo: Screen capture).
Previously, audiences expressed their dissatisfaction with the situation where some bolero singers wore costumes deemed to have sensitive historical connotations, which were not suitable for the current cultural and artistic environment of the country.
These videos were criticized but still posted on various social media channels, causing outrage in public opinion.
On May 23, following the initial verification based on the report of a Dan Tri journalist, the Ho Chi Minh City DoC&S affirmed that costumes are an essential element in performing arts activities.
Using costumes for the right purposes and in the right context in the artistic space will evoke emotions in the audience and contribute to directing their perceptions. When artists use inappropriate costumes, it may lead to discomfort, even violating regulations on performing arts.
"When gathering information, the Ho Chi Minh City DoC&S actively exchanged with relevant agencies to determine whether the use of costumes is appropriate, whether the songs performed have been approved by the competent authorities, and whether they violate any regulations on performing arts activities and related provisions," a Department representative informed.
Regarding this issue, a Dan Tri journalist also questioned the Performing Arts Department (under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism). A department representative stated that Decree 144/2020/NĐ-CP clearly delegated authority, and artists or performers in a particular locality are handled by the corresponding Department of Culture there.
"The Department of Culture will assess the extent of the violation for appropriate sanctions. If there are violations, they will make decisions on penalties," the representative added.
