The artists of the Hue Royal Traditional Arts Theatre are diligently practicing and preparing for various programs and festivals.

Practice each movement, select each performance.

In the month of July, inside the rehearsal space of the Hue Royal Court Traditional Arts Theatre, a vibrant atmosphere permeates every note of the stringed instruments, drums, and percussion, blending with the sweat-drenched clothes of the artists.

“We are preparing for many major events, such as participating in the live television program commemorating the successful August Revolution and National Day on September 2nd, attending the ASEAN Music Festival, and the National Traditional Opera and Folk Drama Festival later this year,” said Meritorious Artist Hoang Trong Cuong, Director of the Theater.

Each performance was carefully selected, ensuring artistic merit and the unique identity of Hue. Specifically at the ASEAN Music Festival, the theater's program, themed "The Convergence of Spiritual Energy," featured approximately five performances, all developed from the traditional court music of Nha Nhac – an intangible cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO. "We not only recreated ancient pieces but also innovated to suit the modern stage, while still preserving the 'soul' of the royal court – its solemnity, sophistication, and expressive depth," Mr. Cuong emphasized.

Rehearsing for festivals is also an opportunity for the theater to "pass the key" to the younger generation of artists, who are gradually inheriting the values ​​of the heritage. In the rehearsal space, artists Truong Thi Thuy Linh (zither) and Truong Tran Quoc Trong (pipa) are two of the outstanding figures diligently practicing each note and rhythm. "The artists practice repeatedly to ensure the whole group is perfectly synchronized. Each performance is a learning and improvement opportunity," Thuy Linh shared. Artist Trong also expressed: "The theater has nearly 50 musicians, but only 15-20 are selected for festivals. Everyone wants to participate, so we must always hone our skills and strive for excellence, because if we're not good enough, someone else will take our place."

In the field of traditional Vietnamese opera (tuong) – a discipline requiring comprehensive skills – artist Pham Thi Le, who was recently awarded the title of Meritorious Artist, shared: “Participating in festivals and performances makes artists, especially young artists, very proud because it gives them the opportunity to bring Hue's traditional art to audiences both domestically and internationally.”

Mr. Hoang Trong Cuong also added that entrusting the next generation with the main role is a long-term responsibility. Heritage cannot survive without successors. Stages like this are the best practical schools. Therefore, in addition to honing technical skills, the theater also organizes thematic talks, introduces the history of court art, and analyzes each performance so that artists not only perform but also understand and deeply absorb the cultural values ​​they are presenting.

Bringing the unique identity of Hue to all regions.

Not content with just participating in art festivals, the Hue Royal Court Traditional Arts Theatre has also been invited to participate in national-scale television programs. For the upcoming 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2nd), the Theatre will collaborate with the People's Army Television to produce a live televised concert. Also during this period, the Theatre will revive the play "The Road to Golden Week" – a work that previously won a Silver Medal at the National Arts Festival.

“Through art, we want to recreate the revolutionary spirit using the language of court theater, creating a unique characteristic of Hue within the national art scene,” Mr. Cuong shared. Behind the stage lights are hundreds of hours of rehearsal, editing, sweat, and dedication from the collective of artists. For them, each performance is not just a competition, but a story, a cultural message.

Meritorious Artist Hoang Trong Cuong affirmed: "What makes me most proud is that whether performing in a large auditorium or on a small stage, we artists always maintain our essence, cherishing every movement and every rhythm. That is the 'Hue spirit' blended into the flow of modern art."

Text and photos: Lien Minh

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