Script writing workshop about story telling in documentaries
German filmmaker Lucia Scharbatke will talk with young Vietnamese filmmakers about the stories and dramaturgy behind documentaries during a workshop on November 17-20.
Hà Nội concert to feature works by Schubert, Beethoven
The Hà Nội Symphony Orchestra will perform Schubert’s Unfinished and Beethoven’s Concerto for piano, violin and the orchestra at a concert on Saturday.
Việt Nam Comics Day 2016 to be held on Sunday
The biggest cosplay festival of the year will be held on Sunday with the aim of promoting comics creators in Việt Nam and creating a meeting place for comic fans.
Young Palestinian man finds a second home in Việt Nam
“Funny”, “friendly” and “very handsome” are the first words that many people in Việt Nam, especially girls, say when they talk about Saleem Hammad after meeting him in real life or seeing him on television.
Classic concert with alumni from France
On September 10, L’Espace will host a concert featuring two alumni from France -- viola player Phạm Vũ Thiên Bảo and pianist Trần Ngọc Nguyên Trinh.
Improvisation with cello and piano
On Saturday, from 8pm to 11pm, Việt Nam’s leading improvised and experimental music composer Vũ Nhật Tân and American cellist Peter Jacobson will team up for a music night at Tranquil Book Cafe, 5 Nguyễn Quang Bích Street.
Traditional Hà Nội music on show
The monthly music show Music Story of the Old Quarter organsied by the Centre of the Old Quarter’s Culture Exchange will come back on September 9.
Bands to perform at underground concert
Hardcore Việt Nam will host underground music and art festival, Hardcore United 3: Open the Pit, at the 3A Station on September 3
Exhibition on the development of Hà Nội
Exhibition Hanoi – The Future Metropolis with the participation of curators Sylvie Fanchette, Emmanuel Cerise, and Amelie Codugnella will be held at L’Espace from September 1.
TPD shows documentary on LGBT issues
The Centre for Assistance and Development of Movie Talents (TPD) will present two screenings of the Vietnamese award-winning documentary Chuyến Đi Cuối Cùng Của Chị Phụng (The Last Journey of Madam Phụng).
Hà Nội contemporary dancers to perform
The Hà Nội Contemporary Dance Troupe will present a contemporary dance show at The Factory Contemporary Art Center on August 26 and 27.
Graffiti Fest held by Hanoi Creative City
Part of the series Street Art Fair organised by Hanoi Creative City (HNCC) since February, the Graffiti Festival 2016 will be held on Sunday.
Expats share passion for skateboarding with VN kids
Skate boarding has been developing among Vietnamese youth in big cities, partly due to a group of young men from South Africa that has been active in motivating the trend.
Chess tournament at Saigon Outcast
Expat Corner
Saigon Ranger to host rock music party
Expat Corner
Classical music at Southern Women’s Museum
Expat Corner
Live music night with international acts
On Sunday, musicians from Nigeria, Jamaica, and Việt Nam of the Hà Nội-based band ZAMINA S.M.P. will present a live music night featuring Afrobeat, reggae, Ska punk, makossa, and Asian rhythms.
Incham to celebrate Bollywood music
On Saturday, August 27, INCHAM Hanoi will host an Indian DJ musical night at the InterContinental Hanoi Westlake Hotel&Resort.
Russian comedy films to be screened
A free Russian film screening programme will be presented to local audience by the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Hà Nội.
Record label hosts release party
HRBR/Habour Recordings, a sub-label of Heart Beat Saigon that was created for local productions and music events, will host a release party at The Observatory on August 13.
