Aysor, Armenia
March 27 2010
Hovik Abrahamyan’s congratulation on the Theatre Day
The Chairman of the RA National Assembly Hovik Abrahamyan made a
speech on the occasion of the International Day of Theatre. In his
speech he particularly said:
`Centuries ago during the times of the Armenian king Artavazd the
capital city Artashat served the homeland of the Armenian theatre.
Today it is 10 years already that the awarding ceremony of `Artavazd’
is being held during which awards are being given to those who have
had their contribution in the theatrical art.
The life of the theatres in Armenia continued regardless the
alternations of the social life. Otherwise our culture and theatre
would not survive in the conditions which were completely not
profitable. The fact that many international festivals are being held
in Armenia today speaks about the fact that our culture is very
attractive.
Today we can see how active life our theatre has got starting with the
play list of the performances that we have ending with the inner
theatrical life that exists. Once we have had very beautiful regional
theatres which today need mending. The inhabitants of the regions need
to be more involved in the theatrical life more actively.
On the occasion of the International Day of Theatre I congratulate all
the workers oft eh theatre world, also those whose works are visible
but who do not appear on the stage. I wish you long life and energy,
solidarity and well being.’