Pantomime - a traditional British drama genre presented for the first time in Hanoi

The Art of British Christmas

Pantomime is a form of theatrical art that dates back to the 14th century, originating in England, and is characterized by being extremely friendly to young audiences. “Beauty and the Beast” is the first program staged in this type of theater in Vietnam.

Beauty and the Beast pantomime premiere on December 6 at Hoa Binh Theater.

According to AMO Vietnam, the show’s organizer, the creative team for Beauty and the Beast includes stage and costume design experts from the UK. All sets, props, costumes, etc. are also imported in their entirety from the UK to Vietnam, to ensure consistent quality with the original versions.

“ By bringing the original elements of the pantomime to Vietnam, we hope that Vietnamese audiences, especially children, will not only be able to watch an international quality play but also discover new things from British culture ,” Ms. Giang added.

After 3 nights of performance from December 6-8 in Ho Chi Minh City, the pantomime Beauty and the Beast brought an explosive experience to more than 1,500 audiences.

The 100% British cast brings over 90 minutes of fun, laughter and music .

The pantomime “Beauty and the Beast” was directed by Paul Winterford, starring Charlotte Castle as Belle, Tom Liggins as the Beast, and Michael Auger – Winner of Britain's Got Talent 2014 as Gasto. All the actors in the show are talented in singing, acting and dancing.

Beauty and the Beast combines storytelling, music, comedy and dance, promising to create a warm and new entertainment space for audiences in the capital this Christmas. The program will have 3 plays, held at the Vietnam-Soviet Friendship Cultural Palace from December 13-17.

Theatre develops children's communication skills

Director Paul Winterford, in a press conference introducing the show, emphasized: " Beauty and the Beast is not just a show but also a door opening to a new world, where children can explore creativity, express emotions and confidently step into the light ."

Unlike musicals or operas that are usually for adults, pantomime combines comedy, dance, interaction and spectacular performances, stirring up the emotions of all audiences. The special feature of pantomime is the subtle guidance of the actors, combined with clever questions and flexible acting based on feedback from the audience, making the atmosphere in each play come alive.

The young audience members seemed to transform into the characters of the story on stage.

Not only entertainment, pantomime is also a powerful way of education to help children develop comprehensively. In particular, the friendly and safe environment in pantomime plays encourages children to dare to express themselves, bringing memorable experiences for them. confidence.

PINACO accompanies in bringing European art gifts to Vietnam

As the main sponsor of the show, the representative of the Southern Battery Joint Stock Company (PINACO) hopes that the show Beauty and the Beast will be a spiritual gift to arouse passion and connect Vietnamese audiences with international artistic quintessence.

“ We believe that the participation of famous artists in the UK will bring a new and cultural experience to the audience at the end of the year, especially students and families with young children.

Imagine the joy when the children laugh at the English dialogues, learning and playing without feeling pressured. This is not only a great stepping stone to help children love learning English but also broadens their horizons about European-standard performing arts—an experience that few other programs in Vietnam can offer,” added a PINACO representative.

Audience interacted with actors at PINACO booth.

As the only enterprise in the field of manufacturing and trading battery products in Vietnam to be recognized as a "National Brand" from 2012 to present, PINACO is known as a strong and durable brand on the journey of accompanying social and cultural activities.

After nearly 50 years of construction and development, PINACO has firmly affirmed its position as a leading enterprise in Vietnam, owning two brands: Dong Nai battery and Con O battery. Currently, Pinaco's products have been exported to 44 countries. PINACO is also proud to be a brand voted by consumers as "High-quality Vietnamese goods" for 28 consecutive years.

Ha An

Source: https://vtcnews.vn/pantomime-loai-hinh-kich-truyen-thong-anh-quoc-lan-dau-tien-co-mat-tai-ha-noi-ar914041.html