International artists bring improv performances to Hanoi

Artists from around the globe will take to the stage in Hanoi this month, blending improvisational storytelling and musicality to spark new worlds and a memorable experience.

Foreign artists will perform at ATH Theatre over two weekends this month (Photo: ATH Theatre)
Foreign artists will perform at ATH Theatre over two weekends this month (Photo: ATH Theatre)

Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Artists from around the globe will take to the stage in Hanoi this month, blending improvisational storytelling and musicality to spark new worlds and a memorable experience.

Vang/Echoes is part of the performance series Improv Atelier 2026, a residency programme hosted by the Improv Hub. Each moment inspires the next, like an echo that grows, shifts and transforms through the artists who receive it.

Colombian David Moncada, known for his cinematic storytelling and expertise in soundpainting, creates vivid scenes that unfold like films before your eyes.

Meanwhile fellow Colombian singer-songwriter Pilar Cabrera brings a deep sensitivity to voice, breath and presence to unlock her vocal expression, emotional range and confidence beyond spoken text.

Singaporean Timothy Yeo, with his rich experience in narrative musical improvisation, transforms moments into stories with melody and harmony.

Music producer and songwriter Zsaris Mendioro from the Philippines brings a contemporary edge, turning sound into living, breathing narratives.

The first weekend on January 10 and 11 features original improvised performances by the artists. The second weekend, on January 17 and 18, showcases locals from Atelier Ensemble presenting the collective work they created over two intensive weeks of training and collaboration with the artists.

Shows begin at 8pm on January 10 and 17 and at 5pm on January 11 and 18. The performances take place at ATH Theatre at 102/47 Quang Khanh, Tay Ho./.

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