Following initial coverage of the Bogotá ceremony organized by congresswoman Luz Pastrana's team, this update details the full list of honored Huila artists and cultural managers who promote local traditions, music, dance, and art nationally and internationally, including the Simón Bolívar Medal awarded to Danza Colombia Internacional.
Huila Cultural Recognition Event: Full Details
The team of congresswoman Luz Pastrana, representative for Huila, hosted a ceremony in Bogotá to honor artists and cultural managers elevating the department's traditions, music, dance, and art on national and international stages.
Culture was highlighted as a vital pillar of identity, memory, and social development. The event called for greater support to strengthen communities and opportunities for youth.
Key highlight: The Simón Bolívar Medal, Grand Commander Grade, presented to Danza Colombia Internacional and director Paola Beltrán for her leadership in promoting Colombian culture abroad.
The 11 additional honorees include:
- Diana Paola Moreno, founder of Ballet Clásico Ballerine;
- Julio César Silva, artist, dancer, and choreographer;
- Alexander Franco and Aldair Meza, founders of Franco Meza;
- Carlos Andrés García, creator of the Huila Tiene Talento platform;
- Deivir Alfonso Cardona from Ballet del Huila Tierra Viva;
- Mayerly Carvajal Vargas, artist, saxophonist, and interpreter;
- Jordy Mauricio Suárez Vargas, cultural manager;
- Brandon Gutiérrez Puentes, singer and founder of Grupo Poder;
- Lia Tovar, artist and composer;
- Gerald Perdomo, singer;
- Dorita y su Parranda, guitarist and singer.
This recognition underscores Huila's cultural richness and the contributions of its talents.
