A photo among 11 award-winning images at an exhibition in Hanoi (Source: British Council)
Hanoi (VNA) – ജA photo exhibition of the best images from the Shakespeare Lives in Photography competition opened on March 24 in Hanoi.
The competition, organised by the British Council, attracted 200 entries and produced 11 winners that were chosen for their creative references to William Shakespeare’s plays, his influence on literature or for capturing a famous Shakespearian locations.
The award-winning images are being displayed alongside commissioned images from live performances of Shakespeare’s plays from around the world, such as scenes from Richard 3, A midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth.
The exhibition is being held by the British Council in partnership with the British Embassy in Hanoi Creative City. They also launched the Shakespeare Lives global campaign in Vietnam.
Shakespeare Lives comprises a series of events and activities throughout 2016 that will celebrate Shakespeare’s work on the occasion of his 400th death anniversary. The exhibition will run until April 15 at 1 Luong Yen street, Hanoi.
A romantic comedy film based on Shakespeare’s play of the same name, Much Ado about Nothing was shown after the exhibition’s opening ceremony.
The Shakespeare Lives programme will include a host of events, such as innovative theatre and dance performances, film screenings, globally sourced art exhibitions, and educational resources for English language learners.
Leading actors from the Vietnam National Drama Theatre will perform Hamlet as part of the Shakespeare Lives programme.-VNA
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The Vietnam Youth Theatre has been invited for the first time to attend the annual World Shakespeare Festival in Liverpool in June – a mark of Vietnamese theatre's growing profile internationally.
The Globe Theatre from London will bring William Shakespeare's tragedy Hamlet to HCM City's audiences on July 13 as part of its two-year world tour to the 450th anniverary of the birth of the playwright.
A standout feature this year is “Manga Fest 2025”, showcasing celebrated comic titles and also offering author meet-and-greets, cosplay performances, and other interactive activities.
The programme featured a range of activities, including group practice sessions of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), Vietnamese–Indian cultural performances, a commemorative flag handover ceremony for clubs, and a beach clean-up to help protect the marine environment.
This year’s tournament has gathered over 300 coaches, athletes, and referees from 18 countries and territories, competing in 28 combat weight categories and eight performance categories. Vietnam’s team has 50 athletes, including six from Thai Nguyen province.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
A photo among 11 award-winning images at an exhibition in Hanoi (Source: British Council)
