A simple wedding, born out of a Hanoi couple’s deep and romantic love, was recreated on stage during the cultural event “Truc Bach Night” in Hanoi.
The interactive live show “Story of the Subsidy Period” on November 30, took place at Pearl Island in the Ngu Xa area of Truc Bach Ward, Ba Dinh District, as part of the Truc Bach Night event, which promotes Hanoi night tourism.
Jointly organized by the Tourism Department of Hanoi and Ba Dinh District People’s Committee, the event aimed to reinforce Hanoi’s commitment to developing its night-time economy through tourism, with a focus on harnessing the capital’s potential in a comprehensive and sustainable manner.
The live performance tells the love story and wedding of a couple who live in Hanoi from around 40 years ago.
Talented artists from the Youth Theater leave a lasting impression on the audience.
Hanoi’s Old Quarter in the 1980s is the setting for the love story, with a public water tap placed on a sidewalk.
Despite their deep love, the couple faced opposition from their families.
The young man eventually joined the army, contributing his strength to protect the country.
After many trials and tribulations, their love culminated in a wedding- a “happy-ending” to their turbulent romance.
The gorgeous couple on the happiest day of their lives.
In the 1980s, weddings in Hanoi were simple affairs, often consisting of just a little amount of candy, tea, and cigarette.
A government representative officiated at the wedding, behind him is Notice Board with news for the residents living in the area.
The performance was further enriched by popular Vietnamese and international songs from the subsidy period.
Interwoven with the love story were scenes of daily life in Hanoi: These women were chatted around a public water tap.
While boys playing with rubber bands- a popular children’s game in Hanoi 40 years ago.
According to Meritorious Artist Le Anh Tuyet, “Story of the Subsidy Period” was created out of love for Hanoi, evoking a sense of attachment and nostalgia for a bygone era.
Through this performance, the audience was given the opportunity to immerse themselves in the past while also appreciating the contemporary values of today.
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