Award and Prizes for Theatre and Radio Creative Work and the Award for Lifelong Work
These annual Awards and Prizes are gestures to give recognition to outstanding creative acts in the Slovak theatre and radio production. They are awarded by the Committee of the Section for Creative Activity in the Area of Radio, Theatre and Entertainment Industry in collaboration with artistic associations operating in this field. They include annual awards and financial prizes for outstanding performances of high artistry in music, drama and dance, puppet theatre, alternative theatre, musical, artistic recitation, radio production and dubbing, as well as awards for lifelong work in the cited areas. They are designed for creators with permanent residence in the Slovak Republic for artistic performances, premiered in the period between 15 July of the preceding year and 14 July of the ensuing year. Entries for theatre awards and prizes are submitted by theatres in Slovakia to the Committee of the Section for radio, theatre and entertainment industry through professional artists´ associations, or directly to the Literary Fund. Nominations for awards and prizes for radio production are made by the Radio Creators´ Association. Nominations for awards and prizes may also be submitted by other artistic institutions, or individuals.