Magyar News, 1998. szeptember-1999. augusztus (9. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1999-05-01 / 9. szám
Dr. Balázs Somogyi, president of H.C.S.C. with László Petri, organizer of these Hungarian musical programs Sándor Deki Lakatos,Jr. is the proud father of two young sons : the future of the musician dynasty appears to be promising indeed. As an actor and director ,Mr. László Petri, has been associated with musical theatre in Hungary, long before the Petris immigrated to the United States. His wife,Marika Petri, one of the brightest, most promising stars of operetta theatre was offered a position by the prestigious State Operetta Theater of Budapest , just prior to their departure from their native country. Mr. and Mrs. Petri had continued to pursue their dedication to the Hungarian musical theatre : they frequently performed with other emigrant Hungarian artists.They conscientiously participated in repeated efforts to establish a permanent Hungarian Theatre in America; unfortunately, these efforts had proved to be unsuccessful. In the 1970's the Petris’ established their own theatrical company; the Hungarian Music and Stage. This company has presented two or three major theatrical productions every year since its establishment. Mr. Petri proved to be an excellent organizer and promoter. Audiences in Connecticut owe a sincere debt of gratitude to Mr. Petri for his selfless efforts to bring consistently high quality productions to these parts. Dr. Balázs B. Somogyi COMPUTER IREMTAL H IREEAŰE (c) Call Steve Miko AMSCo. Tel :(203)331-0466 A NEW GENERATION IN THE FOOTSTEPS OFTHE YOUTH OF March 15,1848 A century and a half passed since the heroic Revolution of the Hungarians for freedom and self determination. During this time six generations payed tribute to all who fought and probably gave their life to the sacred cause. A decade after the Revolution the first generation, that was witness or participant of the events, found it necessary to celebrate the great deeds of the youth of March 15. Despite the oppressing forces Csaba Ratkai reciting the traditional “Talpra Magyar” by Sándor Petőfi dared to gather in the vineyards of Eger at one of the biggest press-houses in a sizable number. Probably there were other secret gatherings but because of their nature they were not recorded. As the years and decades went by the celebration of March 15 became more wide spread. At times when political or military forces threatened the sovereignty of Hungary the celebrations became more like demonstrations. We in America, our adapted country, have the freedom to celebrate the national holidays of our original country. The Hungarian community takes advantage of this possibility. This doesn’t mean that all Hungarians are lined up to make the celebration or at least to participate in it as member of the audience. We even notice that the red-white-and-green ribbon in the lapel is a very rare phenomena.A few days later when the Irish celebrate we see some of our countrymen sporting the green color. Probably some even purchased a Dr. Balázs Somogyi, guest speaker of the celebration Page 4
