Introduction
Thanh Loc is a stage actor who has worked for many years in Ho Chi Minh City, known for his theatre performances and his long association with the stage scene in southern Vietnam. Domestic media refer to him with the title Merited Artist.
Career activities
Over the years, Thanh Loc has performed in spoken drama and has been followed by audiences across generations. He has appeared in long-running productions and stage programmes in Ho Chi Minh City, and is a familiar face at cultural and entertainment events covered by domestic press.
Thanh Loc Theatre Troupe
In 2026, Thanh Loc founded the Thanh Loc Theatre Troupe. According to Tuoi Tre, a website for the troupe appeared on 8 August 2026, signalling an upcoming launch. On 11 August 2026, reports covered the establishment of his new stage together with the participation of Huu Chau and Kim Xuan. On 12 August 2026, the troupe's fanpage revealed its first artists, including Kim Xuan and Huu Chau.
On 22 August 2026, Tuoi Tre reported that the new stage gathered a cast ranging from veteran to young artists, including Van Trang and Phi Phung. On 30 August 2026, the troupe announced two key personnel for its upcoming activities: Thanh Loc and Tuan Khoi.
On 4 September 2026, the troupe introduced its first images and announced its first play, Giang Huong: San khau ve khuya. On 5 September 2026, the troupe announced its new venue, Ben Thanh Theatre at 6 Mac Dinh Chi, Ho Chi Minh City. On 7 September 2026, the troupe announced it would officially meet audiences on 30 September at Ben Thanh Theatre.
Other activities noted by media
On 2 September 2026, marking the 51st anniversary of Tuoi Tre newspaper (2 September 1975), Thanh Loc posted an old calendar issued by Tuoi Tre in 1984, as a memory tied to the newspaper.
Professional profile
The available information shows that Thanh Loc has maintained continuous stage activity and, in 2026, focused on building a theatre troupe bearing his name and inviting many artists to join. This career direction was followed and reported by domestic press in August and September 2026.