Writer and president of Casa de las Americas, Abel Prieto; singer and composer Beatriz Marquez, National Music Award 2015; filmmaker Manuel Herrera, National Film Award 2022, are among the recipients.

The high distinction will also go to painter Zaida del Río, National Art Award in 2023; composer and pianist José María Vitier, National Music Award in 2021; as well as artistic director, dancer, teacher and choreographer Santiago Alfonso, National Dance Award in 2006.

Last but no least, will be the dance coach Elida Justiz, winner of the National Culture Award in 2003; and actor, composer, playwright and director of the company Teatro Tuyo, Ernesto Parra.

The AHS, that came to be from the fusion of the New Trova Movement and the Hermanos Saíz and Raúl Gómez García Art brigades, was found in 1986.

The association boasts a broad platform of scholarships and awards, promotion and events throughout the island.

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