Hanoi: Exciting cultural events for the weekend.

Hanoi Art Connecting

Hanoi Art Connecting is a series of events including workshops and art exhibitions featuring over 100 Vietnamese and international artists from countries such as Australia, India, Canada, South Korea, and more. This is the fifth time the program has been held, marking its return after two years due to the pandemic.

Similar to previous seasons, the event includes the creation and exhibition of over 140 paintings, sculptures, installations, and other works by participating artists. Furthermore, a special feature of this year's program is its focus on promoting young talents with fresh and creative perspectives, alongside the collaboration of established artists, creating a point of intersection and connection between generations and diverse cultures.

In addition to exhibitions, you can also participate in art seminars or performances with well-invested content, aiming to bring art closer to the public.

• Location: Vincom Contemporary Art Center (VCCA)
• Time: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, from April 9, 2022 to May 9, 2022
• Free admission

IL DESIDERIO - Opera excerpts by Verdi/Puccini

Verdi and Puccini are two of the most beloved opera composers of all time, with masterpieces known worldwide such as La Traviata, Rigoletto, La Boheme... Their vibrant yet poignant melodies are the perfect and indispensable elements that create these legendary operas.

Il Desiderio features excerpts from the impressive operas of Verdi and Puccini, exploring themes of longing, yearning, passion, and the deepest human emotions. Audiences will witness the stories and fates of characters that have touched countless hearts through these timeless musical masterpieces. This is an unmissable event for opera lovers who want to experience the beauty of opera right here in Hanoi at the beginning of this holiday season.

• Location: Vincom Contemporary Art Center (VCCA)
• Time: 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM, Friday, April 29, 2022
• Free admission

Find me in words - An exhibition about "self-writing"

Find me in the wordsThis is a special project aimed at minority communities in society such as transgender people, migrants, or ethnic minorities from remote areas.

Over the course of a year, project participants compiled more than 50 short and long pieces of writing, 30 paintings, and creative items on themes of life, joy, sorrow, and self-reflection. Through these works, the individuals shared and practiced personal expression using written and visual language. Meanwhile, viewers gained insight into the thoughts and feelings of each individual within the minority community, thereby developing their own perspectives on the differences and diversity among people in life.

• Location: Manzi Exhibition Space, 2 Hang Bun Alley, Nguyen Trung Truc Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
• Time: 18:30, April 28 – 17:00, May 1, 2022
• Free admission

The "shifting" exhibition

Inspired by the streets of Hanoi, the migration of people to big cities, and the changes brought about by lockdowns during the pandemic, the exhibitionMovementThe exhibition features sketches, notes, and paintings by artist Vu Tuan Viet. From these, it expresses the inner transformation of human beings in the face of life's changes.

A highlight of the exhibition.MovementThe central artwork is designed in the structure of a jigsaw puzzle, allowing viewers to interact and create their own version. All the works displayed here were created by artist Vu Tuan Viet during his time working at Toong, in combination with paintings from the Hoa Tam collection.

• Location: Toong, 7th floor, 5 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
• Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; April 15 - May 10, 2022
• Free admission

Night Tour: Unraveling the Secrets of Thang Long Imperial Citadel

Thang Long Imperial Citadel is a historical site over 1,300 years old, preserving many artifacts and archaeological traces from the ancient imperial court era. To provide visitors with an authentic and engaging historical experience, Thang Long Imperial Citadel offers a special night tour based on the context and stories of the past, thereby conveying the valuable cultural and historical values ​​of the nation.

The "Decoding Thang Long Imperial Citadel" night tour lasts 1.5 hours, starting from Doan Mon Gate leading into the Forbidden City – the residence and workplace of the emperor. Afterwards, visitors can enjoy a royal dance performance in this historical setting, admire ancient artifacts and the antiquity of the imperial city, savor royal lotus tea and lotus jam, and offer incense to commemorate the emperors. The tour concludes at Archaeological Site No. 18 Hoang Dieu, where visitors can participate in a game called "Decoding Thang Long Imperial Citadel" using the knowledge gained throughout the tour.

• Address: Thang Long Imperial Citadel, 19C Hoang Dieu Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi

Phan Cam Thuong Art Exhibition

Painting on dó paper is a fascinating yet challenging art practice. At the Phan Cẩm Thượng exhibition at The Muse Artspace, you'll admire paintings of 17th-century figures, their costumes, and the cultural codes behind them. All the paintings are on dó paper, causing the colors to dissolve and blend seamlessly into the material. The compositions in Phan Cẩm Thượng's paintings are mostly spontaneous and undirected, yet they create a well-balanced visual effect.

Artist Phan Cam Thuong is not only a painter with a unique artistic vision and style, but also known as a cultural researcher and art critic. Ancient culture is a fascinating subject that greatly influences his artistic perspective. At the Phan Cam Thuong art exhibition, visitors can admire images of men and women reflecting the spirit, culture, and customs of the Vietnamese people. Importantly, to ensure the most complete viewing experience, the event limits the number of visitors to 10 per session.

• Location: The Muse Artspace, 47 Trang Tien Street, Hanoi
• Opening hours: 9am - 9pm; April 15th - May 9th
• Ticket price: 100,000 VND/person

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