Classical Opera or Tuong
Tuong, also called hat boi in the south, is a stage
performance that came about during the Ly-Tran dynasties and that
became very popular nationwide during the following centuries.
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During the Nguyen dynasty, 19th century, tuong
occupied a good position in the cultural lives of the
royals. In tuong, space and time are captured by
songs, dancing, and simple music. In the past, tuong
did not require any elaborate stage accessories; now,
however backdrops and make-up are more elaborate and
sophisticated. |
