VHO - In recent years, provinces and cities in the Southwest region with a large number of Khmer ethnic people have successfully implemented Project 6 on "Preserving and promoting the fine traditional cultural values of ethnic minorities." associated with tourism development", thereby supporting important resources and adding motivation to the work of preserving and promoting the fine traditional cultural values of the people associated with local tourism development. table.
The Du Ke stage is always well received by people
Although millet also has another name, Lakhôn Bassac, meaning theater of the Khmer people in the Bassac River region (Hau River). I have had the opportunity to watch Umbrella art performed many times. Even though there is a difference in language, through the dances, the rhythm of the music and the attentiveness of the people sitting around the stage, it is enough to We feel the attraction of this art form to the Khmer people living in the Southern region is very genuine and close like the breath of life.
The theme and script content of the Du Ke stage are very rich and highly educational. The plays all carry the spirit of good, praising the good and beautiful, condemning the evil and ugliness, and always have a happy ending. Costumes in Although the chicken is dizzying in color, if it is an ancient opera, the prince wears a crown with 2 stork feathers attached; As for the witch's role, she wears a lower crown, but under the crown is a round scarf painted with butterfly wings and fangs. Female actors both have bracelets on their wrists and ankles. That's why, just by looking at the makeup, you can immediately recognize whether the character is good or evil.
Composer Thach Mu Ni (Deputy Head of the Ethnic Committee of Tra Vinh province) said: "The Du ke theater type has many advantages, because in addition to the unique characteristics of Du ke, it also absorbs the quintessence of other arts, creating cultural exchange with the artistic quintessence of the Kinh people, the Chinese people, and countries such as India, Indonesia... The content of the script of the Du ke stage not only shows the classical and folk themes, but also present contemporary social topics. From this advantage, the Du Ke stage is very loved by the Khmer people in the Southwest region."
Ms. Thach Na Vy, an actress of the Khmer Art Troupe of Soc Trang province, who has been involved with the theater art of Du Ke for nearly 20 years, said: "When I was a child, I had a chance with Khmer dances. So when the Provincial Khmer Art Troupe recruited actors, I participated in the audition and was selected to join the Troupe until now. Every day, actors and artists are always enthusiastic about practicing to prepare well for performance activities to serve people, especially during the annual dry season. Although it is hard, everyone is very happy. I'm excited because I can do what I love and am passionate about, strive to fulfill my role and complete my duties well when standing on stage to serve the people."
A scene from the play "Silent Ocean" by the Soc Tran Khmer Art Troupe
Mission is of primary concern
Currently, the National Intangible Cultural Heritage of folk performing arts and Du Ke theater art is facing many difficulties, but Khmer art troupes performing Du Ke in ethnic minority areas always receive enthusiastic response from people. Mr. Luu Thanh Hung, Head of the Soc Trang Khmer Art Troupe, said: "In order for the Troupe's activities to become better, more organized, and timely following modern trends, we focus on the content of artistic activities. depth, meeting the enjoyment requirements of many audiences, effectively serving political tasks to improve the enjoyment of art for the people. Investing in the construction of high quality singing - dancing - music - Du ke productions, actively fostering many artistic talents in order to professionalize and perfect the team of young actors and musicians.
Mr. Huu Trung, Head of the Khmer Art Delegation of Ca Mau province, said: "There are not many people who write scripts, create dramas, and master the tones... in each Du Ke play. Producing an Umbrella play is not easy, it takes both effort and a lot of time. Ca Mau currently only has the Khmer Art Troupe of Ca Mau province and the Big Drum Music Club in Ho Thi Ky commune (Thoi Binh district) that still practice regularly and perform on festivals to arouse love. interest of audiences of all ages in this art."
Preserving and developing the art of Umbrella is one of the top priority tasks in Project 6 implemented by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Ca Mau province. Mr. Tran Hieu Hung, Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Ca Mau province said: "First of all, to preserve, preserve and develop the art of Umet, priority must be given to investment in human resources. We encourage the establishment of mass art clubs among the Khmer ethnic people to both preserve traditional art and culture and promote the art of Du Ke. At the same time, create conditions for professional and non-professional forces to go on field trips and exchange experiences with Khmer art troupes in the Mekong Delta region. Besides, we regularly select talented children for intensive training, creating a generation of young successors."
Nearly a century of formation and development of the Du Ke theater art form has a strong influence on the cultural and spiritual life of the Khmer people. Although currently, Du Ke is having difficulty with the script, the actors and musicians are older and the next generation is quite rare, but there are still many dedicated artisans, trying to preserve unique artistic features. of Although millet for future generations.
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