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The programme will be held on a large scale, involving over 12,000 children, including students from schools and localities in Hà Nội and other provinces. — VNS PhotoViet Nam News HCM CITY — Vietjet will join hands with the Youth Theatre of Việt Nam to organise “Flying dreams”, a programme aimed at introducing art to children, especially those from the disadvantaged sections. The programme will also mark International Children’s Day on June 1. “Flying Dreams” consists of distinctive musical and theatrical plays, games and interesting and useful exchange performances, which will be performed for free by artists of the Youth Theatre on June 1 as well as on every weekend throughout the summer of 2018. “The programme will act as a bridge to spread the values of humanity, nourish and give wings to children’s ambitions and motivate them to overcome difficulties to fulfil their dreams,” Vietjet said in a … [Read more...] about Vietjet, Youth Theatre to introduce art to children
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Hanoi autistic kid creates head-turning art
Ha Dinh Chi, (aka Nem), hardly speaks. His quiet world is not boring but vibrant, as he has found a passion for brushes and colours. Nem is a renowned autistic artist (Source: courtesy of Nem's parents) Nem was diagnosed with autism at an early age. For a 13-year old boy, he is small and has very poor language and communication abilities. “Nem’s paintings speak for him about his feelings for his family and his surroundings,” said Nguyen Lan Phuong, Nem’s mother. Phuong called it a real mercy when her son found his own method of communication. One painting, one unique work Nem has created thousands of paintings depicting such subjects as the universe, cities, schools, family, entertainment and friends, among other topics, said Ha Dinh Long, Nem’s father. There are about 500 of alphabets, 300 of hospitals, 600 of cinemas, 200 of universes, cities, classrooms, landscapes, cooking, family and portraits. Long, 46, is an architect. He discovered … [Read more...] about Hanoi autistic kid creates head-turning art
Summer art shows for children
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Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam Youth Theatre will treat audiences to a show that combines artistry with the latest technology on the occasion of International Children’s Day, which falls on June 1 and coincides with the start of summer vacation. The show is a musical production titledGiấc Mơ Của Nàng Tiên Cá (Mermaid’s Dream) based on Hans Christian Andersen’s tale. Artistes will perform behind a full screen sheer curtain with 5D hologram technology. "We want to bring something new to our audiences," said veteran artist Cao Ngọc Ánh. "Every year in the summer vacation the youth theatre has a repertoire to entertain children. This year,Mermaid’s Dreamwill charm the little audiences with a show full of visual effects. "With 5D-technology effects the stage looks like an ocean. I hope the little audience members will enjoy it," Ánh said. The Vietnamese version of Mermaid’s … [Read more...] about Summer art shows for children
Bài chòi art receives UNESCO recognition
Viet Nam News BÌNH ĐỊNH — Nine localities of the central region of Việt Nam attended a ceremony in Bình Định Province for the formal reception of UNESCO recognition of bài chòi art as an item of world intangible cultural heritage. Earlier in December last year, the art of bài chòi was voted to be awarded UNESCO status in the 12th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage held in Jeju Island in South Korea. Speaking at the ceremony, Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc said the recognition of the art helped the country to have one more mark on the map of world heritage, ranking Việt Nam at 8th place in the list of nations with the most UNESCO Intangible Heritage Status awards. “The recognition by UNESCO on bài chòi confirms the diversification of culture in Việt Nam,” said the Prime Minister, … [Read more...] about Bài chòi art receives UNESCO recognition
Van Thanh to hold traditional food, entertainment event
Van Thanh to hold traditional food, entertainment eventAnh Tien A previous Ngay hoi que toi event at Van Thanh Tourist Park - PHOTO: COURTESY OF SAIGONTOURIST Van Thanh Tourist Park in HCMC this Friday will kick off a three-day event called Ngay hoi que toi (My hometown’s festive day) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring food and entertainment programs for locals and foreigners. With the theme “The quintessence of Vietnamese cuisine,” the event will offer guests a range of dishes from the Northern, Central, Southern, Mekong Delta and Highlands regions. Moreover, there will be numerous activities giving visitors an insight into Vietnamese craft villages such as Bau Truc pottery village in Ninh Thuan Province, the brocade weaving craft and the process of making handmade products. Guests will be entertained with sweet melodies of folk music and dance performances such as don ca tai tu (Southern folk music), Bac Ninh love duets and Champa-style dances. Customers … [Read more...] about Van Thanh to hold traditional food, entertainment event