I used to think Paris by Night was lame. The performers wore ugly sparkles, sported plastic faces, and sang annoying songs. I never enjoyed the traditional music nor the outrageous themes. In my mind, it was an embarrassment to theater, pop culture, and all Vietnamese-Americans because the cool things during my child and tweenhood consisted of rap, Britney Spears, R&B, and … [Read more...] about How Paris By Night Went from Lame to Awesome [Perspective]
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Plays + Coffee = Dream Come True
What's one thing that HCMC has that SF doesn't? Drama Cafes. Cafes are no longer just study spots with caffeine and soothing music. In Vietnam, they are transforming into destinations for the purpose of bringing art and theater to everyday people. Painting exhibitions, live music, films, and lectures have been popular in the past, but now, skits and plays are … [Read more...] about Plays + Coffee = Dream Come True
The Famous “Who’s Who” You Probably Didn’t Know
Remember those tabloid A-listers celebrities you usually see on HollyAccess, Entertainment, or TMZ? Well here is our version of tabloid worthy splashes for our notable and bigger-than-life Vietnamese individuals. They are in essence “celebrities,” for they are deserving of public recognition and are an example to all, but more so they are ‘leaders of influence’ not only our … [Read more...] about The Famous “Who’s Who” You Probably Didn’t Know
So We Think We Can Dance
Vietnamese people can sing. Vietnamese people can act. And not surprisingly, Vietnamese people can dance. The past few years have seen a high increase in dance televisions shows and competitions. America’s Best Dance Crew, So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars, and the Legion of Extraordinary Dancers are just a few dance shows that showcase the talents of all types … [Read more...] about So We Think We Can Dance
Hottest Movie of the Year! – De Mai Tinh (Fool For Love)
Vietnam recently experienced the hottest film release of the year!! The new comedy romantic film De Mai Tinh, translated 'Fool for love' featured Dustin Nguyen, Truc 'Charlie' Nguyen, and Kathy Uyen and was directed by Vietnam's biggest actor/director Truc 'Charlie' Nguyen. The film premiered at the White Palace featuring 1,000 special guests and acclaimed guest-list … [Read more...] about Hottest Movie of the Year! – De Mai Tinh (Fool For Love)