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Artists get creative with traditional art form

The exhibition is part of a series of cultural events commemorating the 79th anniversary of the August Revolution, the 79th National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the upcoming 70th anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital.

Why do celebrities speak rudely on social networks?

Many celebrities with no community responsibility behave inappropriately, using undisciplined speech, regardless of the consequences.

Artists excited about electronic trading platform designed solely for them

Vietnamese artists are welcoming the establishment of an electronic trading floor where involved parties can meet for transactions, assess the value of products, and support artists on issues related to intellectual property.

Hoping 2021 brings further thrives

On the threshold of Lunar New Year 2021, artists in HCM City reviewed their operation in 2020 and voice their hope for a new year 2021 with full of peace and further thrives so that they can bring their artworks closer the public.

Cai luong guru to release CD on her 65-year-long career

People’s Artist Kim Cuong (second left, back row), who has 65 years of experience in Vietnamese theatre. Photo courtesy of the artist)

Artists raise funds to build houses

A campaign by artist Ngo Tran Vu has raised nearly VND200 million (nearly US$9,000) to build houses for poor people through an online painting auction.

Truong Sa soldiers perform in COVID-19 music video

Some 200 people, including soldiers stationed on Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago, health workers and artists have performed together in a music video entitled Tu Hao Viet Nam (Proud of Vietnam).

Exhibition showcasing reunification art available to view online

The Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum (VNFAM) has launched an online exhibition of paintings and sculptures, including those by artists who were on the battlefield or witnessed the historic moment of Vietnam gaining its independence

Artists to discuss Vietnamese history with American historian

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Phu Luc (Appendix) artist group will interact with American historian Liam Kelley about Vietnamese history on Sunday at Ha Noi Creativity City.

A café with handmade products

 VietNamNet Bridge – Cafe Me on Luong Huu Khanh Street in District 1, HCMC is a place for artists and those who love handmade products.

23 artists join exhibition highlights artworks inspired by circles in Hanoi

VietNamNet Bridge – About 23 artists from Ha Noi and the central Hue City will display their paintings, sculptures and art installations inspired by circles at an exhibition in downtown Ha Noi.

The Hong Kong Connection

Even though Vietnam has developed a market for contemporary art, domestic galleries continue to invest in expensive Hong Kong exhibition space to show Vietnamese artworks. Cristina Nualart asks why this is happening and if it’s a good thing.  

Artists turn East Sea disputes into music

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hundreds artists are set to perform the Vietnamese national anthem, along with and other songs, in a patriotic attempt to call attention to the East Sea crisis.

Exploring Hanoi in Lost&Found Hanoi

 A photo exhibition “Lost&Found Hanoi” by five Hanoi-based photographers will open at Hanoi Goethe Institute on April 15, allowing visitors to take an exploration of the grain of this thousand-year-old metropolis.

Vietnam to further delay work permits for artists

 VietNamNet Bridge – After several delays, the Art Performing Department began to draft plans to start granting work permits for artists starting in July instead of April as expected earlier, one official has said.

EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 1-15 (daily updated)

 Updated information about cultural events in big cities of Vietnam.

EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR JAN. 1-15 (daily updated)

 Updated information about cultural events in big cities of Vietnam.

Art & Entertainment Headlines December 20

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Artists reluctant over work permits

 VietNamNet Bridge – Several domestic artists have voiced their doubts about the necessity and effectiveness of work permits for artists.

Lively celeb portraits in pencil sketches

 VietNamNet Bridge - The portraits of famous people and ordinary people appear real and lively in pencil sketches by amateur painters Tran Minh Thong and Hoang Thao.