Tự Long appointed Director of Military Chèo Theatre

NSND Tự Long, a prominent figure in Vietnamese traditional opera, has been appointed as the Director of the Military Chèo Theatre in late 2024. Born in 1973 to an artistic family, Tự Long's career has been marked by significant transitions, from working various manual labor jobs to becoming a highly respected performer.

Tự Long joined the Logistics General Department Chèo Troupe in 1999, which later became the Military Chèo Theatre. Over the years, he earned the title of Meritorious Artist in 2012 and People's Artist in 2015. He has also held leadership roles, serving as Deputy Director of the Military Chèo Theatre since 2014 and attaining the rank of Colonel in 2020.