Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Yangon Div opens Performing Arts Competitions

YANGON, 2 Sept—The opening ceremony of the 16th Myanmar Cultural Performing Arts Competitions of Yangon Division was held at Myanyilar hall of No.2 Basic Education High School of Latha Township yesterday morning. It was attended by Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command Brig-Gen Win Myint and wife Daw Kyin Myaing .
At the ceremony, Commander Brig-Gen Win Yangon Div opens Performing Arts Competitions Myint cut the ribbon to open the contest and delivered a speech.
Afterwards, the artistes entertained with songs and dances.The Commander and wife presented a flower basket and cash awards to the artistes and the ceremony was ended.
A total of 398 artistes—144 in amateur level (first class) and 254 in amateur level (second class) —took part in the competitions.

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