On April 3rd, 2019, to commemorate the 2nd International Artist Day, members of the Supreme Master Ching Hai International Association in Costa Rica organized an artistic event in the Teatro de la Danza, located in the Ministry of Culture’s main facility. Many participants expressed deep appreciation for being a part of this tribute to artists, commemorating their positive effect on society. “Well here’s a lot of people who have many many gifts and possibly, if we made an experiment and we got all those gifts, we would all be flying.”

Aulacese (Vietnamese) Classical Opera is a theatre art and is considered as a national intangible cultural heritage. Next is a moving drama entitled "A Saintly King" that entails a noble view of life. This poor man threw the stone and the tree gave him a sweet fruit to assuage his hunger for one day. And I'm the King of all beings, the jewel of humans, why should I be less worthy than a tree? That's why I ordered to have this poor man be provided for from today for the rest of his life. The Lô Lô people is one of the 54 ethnic groups in Âu Lạc (Vietnam). Bringing nature’s wild beauty to life, the Lô Lô’s culture and festivals are filled with cheerful colors and optimism.

Mother, killing King Erg is to avenge for you and the people of Worry-Free Kingdom. My son! Hatred is like a double-edged sword. It will harm yourself at the time of hurting others. Due to ignorance, people don’t know that everything happening now is caused by the karma of past lives. My son, you vowed to be compassionate before, which can dissolve hatred accumulated from many lives. You must use your wisdom to endure the hardship and let go of the hatred! A forgiving person with no evil doings will earn respect. Purifying your heart is the wisest things to do. “The merciful has no enemies and the benevolent holds no hatred.”

From the past to the present time, art has been the pride of the Aulacese (Vietnamese) people. Presented in many creative forms and performances, artists are the ones that convey messages that elevate our lives. When the royal court of Elegant Music (Nhã Nhạc) was recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and lntangible Heritage of Humanity, since then the royal court dance has been “elevated.” “Lưu Bình-Dương Lễ” is an Aulacese modern folk opera, depicting devoted friendship, noble sacrifice and unwavering faithfulness.

According to Daniel Rager’s publication entitled The History of the Marimba, “The Marimba in its simplest form originated［…］long ago. It was one of the earliest melodic instruments made by ［hu］man［s］and references suggest it was widespread throughout Asia and Africa.” Indeed, according to the American marimbist and ethnomusicologist Vida Chenoweth, approximately fifteen hundred years ago, a group of Malayo-Polynesian speaking peoples migrated to Africa, probably to Madagascar, and carried a xylophone-type instrument with them.

This is such a good chance for revenge. I have made this devil running around. Now he is totally exhausted and in agony. I am holding the carved dragon saber in my hand and waiting for the right moment to strike. With a small movement of my arm, I can revenge for my country and my family. Look at him, such a fragile old man. He is not as powerful and strong as he used to be. His heart is dark and full of restless fear. He entrusts his life to me. He spoils his daughter just like an ordinary father. Even the evilest person has a trace of mercy in the heart. He can’t sleep in peace and keeps asking for forgiveness in his dream. Time and tides wait for no one. Even a thousand-man army could win nothing!

Music plays a very important role in the inner life of Aulacese (Vietnamese) people. Apart from music, poetry has also contributed in elevating Aulacese art to a more brilliant level. Âu Lạc (Vietnam) is truly a country overflowing with blessings, but the greatest gift it has been bestowed is its spiritual heritage. You can see from the shape of the land that Âu Lạc is very special. There is the “S”-shape just like in the Tao symbol. Âu Lạc is the only country with this kind of shape!

Princess is truly fortunate! It was this gentleman who jumped into the lake to rescue you. Father! He is the one who saved my life. His name is Wang Chang Fa. Since you saved my Princess, I forgive your rudeness. I also want to give you a great reward. I grant you the role of King’s personal bodyguard. I feel sorry for these poor maids who are about to lose their lives. To save my own life, I dare not seek a career in the government. Oh, I see. Wang Chang Fa. I have already spared the lives of those maids. From now on, you are my personal bodyguard. You must do your best to protect me. Yes, your Majesty!

Au Lac is among the most enriched nations in this world. Nowadays, in Au Lac, plant-based diet is not just a religions obligation, but has become a Green trend for health and the environment. The Aulacese people regard highly noble spiritual values. Deeply instilled with Buddhism and Confucianism at a young age, the Aulacese are taught moral values, such as “Love others as yourself”. That talent and virtue must go hand in hand, if one wishes to become beneficial to their family and society. Au Lac has everything. There are morals, piety, harmony, and four thousands years of civilization. It is one of the most ancient countries in the world.

In the last show, the strong Wuda Kingdom army defeated the Worry-Free country army. King Zapoda sacrificed his life to save his people. Prince Chang Sheng escaped, but where will his destiny lead him? The Wuda King sets checkpoints everywhere. Portraits and notices make it hard for me to walk around. Pulling myself together, I walk in the woods. Where can I find a place to rest an have a meal? How come his face looks really failiar? I heard that police everywheere are trying to seize felon. The Prince is worth a ton of gold. My luck has finally come!

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc predicted that Au Lac will become the 17th largest economic powerhouse in the world by the year 2025. Because the government is good. And now, the citizens also support the government. The Phong Nha Cave, where the UNESCO has recognized it as a world natural heritage site. In the central region of Au Lac you can find the of Hue, known for its ancient palaces and shrines. There are many traditional values in Au Lac that leaves lasting impressions on people around the world. Au Lac is world-famous for its beautiful beaches 2,025 miles of coastal line.

Escape from the sea of suffering just for a room and food! Move to a foreign land to start a new life! Father! My father, the beloved king of the people, is protecting the lands and not forsaking anyone. I vow to protect and fight for our kingdom. I won’t allow any damage to our Worry-Free kingdom! Father, your son will lead an elite squad to break through the siege! As long as you, as a king, promise that in exchange of my head, you will grant peace to my people, I will offer my head. I deem the throne as dust and gold or jade as rubble. I sacrifice myself to preserve the lives of the people. The world is ephemeral, and our kingdom is fragile and in danger. The change from living to dead, I go through this for the people, without complaint nor hatred.

Over 4,000 years ago, a heavenly affinity joined the majestic Dragon King Lac Long Quan and the gentle Fairy Au Co together. This magical relationship prolonged the Hong Bang era, and was the forefathers of Van Lang country. However, during its thousands of years of history Van Lang had also experienced many rises and falls. But miraculously, again and agin, this nation has overcome all obstacles to become the prosperous and independent of country Âu Lạc (Vietnam) today. Furthermore, Âu Lạc in the current time, is immensely blessed to be the birthplace of Supreme Master Ching Hai, the world-renowned Spiritual Master. And it is She who has lovingly given this beautiful land the new name “Âu Lạc,” connoting the best wishes for this country.

Melodies emanating from the duduk are able to touch our hearts in a profound way that makes us yearn for something bigger than ourselves, for that ultimate love we are always searching for, the true love that every soul desires. The Duduk is one of the oldest double reed instruments in the world. Capable of a wide range of melodies and with its powerful depth of sound, the duduk can create lively rhythmic dance tunes or expressive soul-wrenching songs. In 2005, UNESCO proclaimed the Armenian duduk and its music as a Masterpiece of the Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

I’m willing to take the place of the white goose to offer my flesh to feed you. But your sickle must cut off exactly four catties, eight taels and two maces of flesh off my arm, no more, no less. You’ll also have to lick the blood off the sickle clean with your tongue. Not a drop of blood is to drip to the ground. What if I didn’t cut the exact weight? Or accidentally dripped blood onto the ground? Then, from now on you will have to live on fruit alone. And never kill any sentient beings henceforth. If you can comply with this condition, come! You! Start cutting now!

My main purpose is to continue to discover who I am, how I fit in the world. How I can contribute to the world to make it a better place for all of us, to be more compassionate, to be freer, happier, and to give to the world to give of my love and my energy and I don't need to take credit for this. All I need to do is to lovingly touch another soul, whether it's a kitten, a person, a baby elephant, a pig, whatever it is, a tree, a flower, a blade of grass, give to each thing.

Letting everybody know that we are the world and that we have to make the change first in order to see the change in the world. “Little Lambs Want to Go Home,” presented by Association members from Formosa(Taiwan) and all the performers. Herds of sheep are going home. The stars are twinkling. The little lambs follow their mother. Fear not, fear not. I have lit the lanterns. We are all good friends. Let us hold our hands. Do not miss out on the good times. Remember always the times of joy. Wonderful times linger not a moment. Time flies! Seize the moment!

The outstanding soprano vocalist from Au Lac, who also won the “Asia’s Sexiest Vegan Celebrity ” Award in 2013 by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), Au Lac superstar - Ho Quynh Huong. She and the Aulacese members will perform two songs “Live Like Flowers” and “I Will Forever Love You. ” - I will forever love you, Trough all the worlds, Though all the lovers, Through all the beauties, that you so adore. The True Love you’ll find only by my side. When your journey ends, I’ll send you My Sign. I’ll send you My Love, I’ll send you My Light. I’ll send you True Love, I’ll send you True Light.

I found that poetry was an avenue, an opportunity, kind of a link to a higher consciousness. So I began to read poetry and, and looking at myself and examining my own existence, kind of sorting out my own identity. I began to write my own poetry. And existence is such a magical and mysterious and wondrous thing that poetry help to elucidate, help to explain the magic of the world and all of its varied aspects. My biggest inspiration is life itself. I wanted to know everything. And it continued to inspire me and ignite in me a sense of joy and passion as I explored all of these adventures, so to speak, of life.

The dance, "The Joyous Day Has Come" performed by our Chinese members. Combining strength, flexibility and unity for all sentient beings. Expressing our sincere gratitude to Master for giving us a happy day today. Coming up is a brisk and lively Latin dance titled "Christmas Cheerful International Latin Dance - Cha-Cha-Cha." Let's give a hearty greeting to our Association member of China to present the brisk and lovely Latin dance. Next is a youthful, energetic dance presented by Aulacese (Vietnamese) Association members, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas."