The art that prolongs life: a concert "All the Best - for Children and Adults" was held in Moscow to support children with cancer.

      At the State Variety Theater, a concert titled "Everything Best - for Children and Adults" took place — a charitable project aimed at supporting patients and medical professionals of children's oncology and hematology clinics in Moscow and the Moscow region.

      The event was held with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation and the Federal State Budgetary Institution of Culture ROSKONCERT. The co-organizer of the concert was the regional public organization "Children's Oncology: Doctors and Parents Together," which invited its wards to give them bright impressions, an inspiring atmosphere, and support.

      "Everything Best - for Children and Adults" is a unique cultural format that brought together various forms of art on one stage, including variety, ballet, circus, opera, poetry, and theater. Often, children undergoing treatment in oncology and hematology clinics and their parents cannot attend many events due to the challenging conditions of treatment and restrictions. This concert provided them with the opportunity to gain unforgettable experiences in just one evening and, of course, to make new friends.

      The author and artistic director of the project, renowned variety artist and director Andrey Udalov, emphasized that the main goal was to give a holiday to both children undergoing serious treatment and their family members, as well as to all the specialists who fight daily against severe illnesses: "We wanted the children, their parents, and the staff of children's oncology centers to at least for one evening distract from the difficult trials, to be carefree and happy. It was very important for us to give them this amazing concert, encouraging our guests towards a speedy recovery. We are happy that our idea came to life."

      That evening, the theater stage featured performances by: Andrey Udalov, Yuri Kuklachev, Denis Rodkin, Anastasia Volochkova, Larisa Dolina, Ksenia Georgiadi, Vyacheslav Shainsky, Viktor Sporychev, Venera Rakhimova, Veronika Dolina, Dmitry Kuklachev, Margarita Sukhanina, Aziza, Raisa Saed Shah, Daria Antonuk, Anton Zatsepin, Maria Lonina, Alexey Khvatsky, Zhenya Moiseev, Alexander Shalunov, as well as the Big Children's Choir of Television and Radio named after V.S. Popov and the variety ballet "Benefis."

      Many of the artists expressed a desire to personally communicate with the children, parents, and medical professionals during the intermission. Their sincere words, kind smiles, and attention created a special atmosphere of trust and mutual understanding, helping the children feel important and loved. This open and warm communication turned the concert into a true celebration of the soul, backed by the artists' genuine readiness to convey their energy and support to the young guests and those who help them fight for life.

      Anastasia Volochkova shared that it was important for her not only to perform on stage but also to personally interact with the young audience and their families: "Such children especially need attention and positive emotions. During the intermission, we happily communicated with all the guests, gave autographs, and took photos. Perhaps for someone, this meeting will become a good memory, and for us, it is the most valuable."

      Denis Rodkin, the principal of the Bolshoi Theater, noted that he considers helping children one of the most important missions of an artist. According to him, young viewers are the most sincere and demanding appreciators of art: "From my experience, I know that you cannot deceive children — the artist is convinced. — If they respond sincerely to what is happening on stage, then you are doing everything right. Children are the most honest viewers and the main connoisseurs of creativity. Participating in such concerts is a sacred mission for me, as children are the most important thing in our lives."

      Dmitry Kuklachev noted that the concert united representatives from various creative fields: "They all responded to the first call to give children their emotions, their art, and a piece of their soul. Such meetings bring hope, inspiration, and the joy that every child so desperately needs."

      In the hall that evening, there were both patients in remission and completely healthy children. They all exchanged smiles, gifts, and kind wishes with warmth and joy. This created an atmosphere of sincere friendship and mutual support. Many of the kids exchanged contacts and agreed to continue communicating after the event, which gives hope for further development of friendly ties between them.