Linh Lang Art Program - Sacred Air Convergence

(CLO) The cultural exchange program showcasing intangible cultural heritage, "Linh Lang - Sacred Spirit Convergence - Long Bien Shines," took place at the Truong Lam temple and pagoda complex in Viet Hung ward, Long Bien district, Hanoi on the evening of March 8th, attracting thousands of Hanoi residents.

The program aims to recreate the unique legend of Linh Lang Dai Vuong; introduce and disseminate the ancient rituals of 13 relics dedicated to the deity Linh Lang in Long Bien district; and perform the unique "snake shedding" dance ritual of the Truong Lam Temple Festival…; thereby honoring the historical values ​​and cultural essence of Long Bien land, associated with the glorious traditions of Thang Long - Hanoi.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Nguyen Manh Ha, Deputy Secretary of the District Party Committee, Chairman of the Long Bien District People's Committee, and Head of the Organizing Committee of the program, affirmed: “The program ‘Linh Lang - Sacred Spirit Convergence - Long Bien Shines’ is of paramount importance to Long Bien district. It serves as a foundation and basis for the district to continue organizing a scientific conference to propose the recognition of the intangible cultural heritage of worshipping Linh Lang Dai Vuong, promoting the value of the heritage to become a cultural product and elevating the Linh Lang worship festival to a district-level scale. From there, it opens up opportunities for connection, exchange, and performance of the heritage with 269 relics worshipping Linh Lang Dai Vuong nationwide; contributing to spreading historical and cultural values ​​to a wide range of people.”

Mr. Nguyen Manh Ha - Deputy Secretary of the District Party Committee, Chairman of the Long Bien District People's Committee, and Head of the Program Organizing Committee - delivered the opening speech. Photo: Organizing Committee

"This is also a key task for Long Bien district, aiming to concretize the policy of preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage and developing the cultural industry according to Resolution 09 of the City Party Committee in the coming time," Mr. Nguyen Manh Ha emphasized.

Following the opening performance: "Long Bien: The Convergence of Sacred Spirits," the program takes viewers to an artistic space connected by three chapters: "Linh Lang Great King - Supreme Blessed Deity"; "The Spirit of a Thousand Years - The Source of Heritage"; and "The Era of Emergence - The Aspiration for Breakthrough."

Staged in a semi-realistic format combined with 3D mapping technology, and in harmony with folk and modern music , the program offers many elaborately produced performances, showcasing the flow of history throughout various periods.

The scenes, subtly transitioning through special effects, music, and diverse forms of expression such as singing, dancing, drum ensembles, and traditional Vietnamese dress (áo dài) performances, vividly portray the indomitable spirit and courage of the ancients in their struggle against enemies and their conquest of nature during the pioneering and development of the region. They also express the pride of the people of Long Bien in their homeland, their aspirations, vision, and determination for future development.

The highlight of the program was the reenactment of the "Procession and Sacrifice in the Linh Lang Dai Vuong Festival" ritual, with the participation of a large number of people from many generations in Long Bien district, demonstrating the spirit of unity in the community; especially the snake-shedding dance ritual combined with 3D Mapping performance, which captivated the audience.

The program utilizes a diverse range of artistic languages. Photo: Organizing Committee

The program also mentioned President Ho Chi Minh's visit to the locality, memories that the Party Committee, government, and people of Truong Lam are forever proud of and cherish, as well as telling the story of Long Bien today and its aspirations for breakthroughs in the future.

Contributing to the artistic impact of the program are the stirring and emotional melodies of many songs such as: "Hanoi, Sacred and Elegant," "The Spirit of Vietnam," "The Echo of Vietnam Through the Ages," "Flow On, River," "Uncle Ho, a Vast Love," "Remembering Hanoi," "Long Bien Shines Brightly Welcoming the Dawn," etc.

The program features performances by many artists: People's Artist Trong Binh, Meritorious Artist Minh Thu, Trong Tan, Minh Quan, Viet Danh, Hong Duyen, Tien Hung, Mai Chi, Ngoc Ky, Minh Duc, Ngoc Khanh Chi, Thang Long group, Tre Dance Troupe, Oscar Dance Troupe, Sao Tuoi Tho Club...

Source: https://www.congluan.vn/dac-sac-chuong-trinh-nghe-thuat-linh-lang--khi-thieng-hoi-tu--long-bien-post337686.html