The exchange and performance program is part of the "Introducing Tuong Art to Young Audiences" activity, organized by the Trade Union of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities in collaboration with the Vietnam Tuong Theatre.
Over 500 students, faculty, and staff from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities filled the auditorium on the 8th floor of building E – the venue for the exchange and performance of famous excerpts from traditional Vietnamese opera by artists from the Vietnam Traditional Opera Theatre. The atmosphere was authentic and vibrant, just like a real theater stage, with the participation of performing artists, drum ensembles, and other musical instruments.
"Tuong," "hat bo," or "hat boi" are different names for a unique traditional Vietnamese theatrical art form. As a long-standing classical art form that has existed throughout Vietnamese history, Tuong deeply reflects unique cultural and civilizational values passed down from generation to generation. This is a proud characteristic that not every country possesses. With its scholarly literary language seamlessly blending classical Chinese and Vietnamese script, Tuong is a comprehensive art form encompassing literature, painting, music, and performance, showcasing the traditional values and identity of the nation.
Going back in time, the art of Tuong (Vietnamese classical opera) shares similarities with social sciences and humanities, especially the fields of Sino-Vietnamese studies, Literature, Linguistics, and Vietnamese Studies – strengths in training at VNU-USSH. For many years, the Vietnam Tuong Theatre and the University of Hanoi, later the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, have collaborated extensively in training and exchange activities. At the exchange event, Professor Hoang Anh Tuan, Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, shared his joy and pride in having many artists and staff of the Vietnam Tuong Theatre as former students of the university. In the future, the Vietnam Tuong Theatre hopes to continue to have more VNU-USSH students with a love and passion for national culture and arts, and with the knowledge acquired at the university, to make significant contributions to the development of national art forms, including Tuong.
Professor Hoang Anh Tuan – Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (far right) and Dr. Ngo Thi Kieu Oanh - President of the University's Trade Union (far left) presented precious gifts to the leaders and artists of the Vietnam Traditional Opera Theatre.
Over 500 students, faculty, and staff from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities filled the auditorium on the 8th floor of building E – the venue for the exchange and performance of famous excerpts from traditional Vietnamese opera by artists from the Vietnam Traditional Opera Theatre.
With its interdisciplinary approach to education, incorporating real-life experiences into its curricula, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has provided students with numerous opportunities for practical experience at organizations, businesses, and cultural and artistic activities.
The school also plans to open a new major.
Cinema and Popular ArtsIn 2024, this training program was designed to train graduates for research/practical work in film, popular arts, cultural industries, and related fields. Students will be equipped with a system of professional knowledge and skills, as well as supplementary professional skills related to film and art. Many cultural and educational experts believe that the Film and Popular Arts training program has great potential to attract students with passion and dedication, opening up many career opportunities for them such as directors and screenwriters.
Artist Ta Van Sop - Deputy Director of the Vietnam Traditional Opera Theatre - interacted with and answered questions about traditional opera art for students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
An excerpt from the play "The Old Man Carrying His Wife to Watch Traditional Opera" - a performance that received much acclaim from the audience at the stage of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
The auditorium on the 8th floor of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, was vibrant with enthusiastic applause from faculty and students. The audience was delighted by the flexible variations in the performances and the skillful blending of lyrics and music. The majestic atmosphere, with its portrayals of patriotic heroes, self-sacrifice for the greater good, and lessons on human conduct between the common good and personal interests, between family and country… brought many emotions to the VNU-USSH audience, especially the international students studying at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.
An excerpt from the play "On Dinh Kills the General," with the skillful performances of the artists, brought an exciting atmosphere to the audience at VNU-USSH.
For Ivan, a student in the Department of Vietnamese Studies and Vietnamese Language, watching a Tuong (Vietnamese classical opera) performance live was a special experience. “Vietnamese folk art truly captivated me and surprised me. I don't know when I fell in love with the Vietnamese language and culture!” – the enthusiastic first-year student shared. Ivan said that during his time studying at VNU-USSH, he and his fellow students participated in many interesting practical activities in various locations, learning about the culture and art of many regions. These are invaluable experiences and unforgettable memories of Vietnam for international students.
Ivan, a student of Vietnamese Studies and Vietnamese Language, was particularly fascinated by the Tuong (traditional Vietnamese opera) performances at VNU-USSH.
During the exchange, students from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, had the opportunity to hear from artists about the unique characteristics and values of Tuong (Vietnamese classical opera). The artists from the Vietnam Tuong Theatre were greatly surprised by the affection and knowledge of the young VNU-USSH audience regarding this distinctive art form and expressed their hope that in the near future, more generations of students from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities will continue to contribute to the development of national culture and arts.
Faculty and students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, were delighted by the skillful performance of the Tuong (traditional Vietnamese opera) artists.
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