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Aug 3, 2023
By Ms. Anh Thu
Overview
Hoi An Memories Show is a monumental cultural and historical art show in Hoi An. Dubbed the world's most beautiful reality show (Reuters, 2019), Hoi An Memories leaves an unforgettable impression, providing viewers with mixed emotions. Paying a visit to Hoi An without packing a ticket to watch this impressive feast is such a mistake. Let's explore Hoi An Memories - A grandeur visual feast with Vietnam Escape Tours!
Hoi An Memories Show is the largest outdoor visual art exhibition in Vietnam. The show has its Vietnamese name Ký Ức Hội An, taking viewers through the 400-year journey and development of Hoi An - the most famous trading port in Vietnam in the 16th and 17th centuries.
It is a section of the theme park Hoi An Impression. This magnificent one-hour concert takes place at night and features over 500 artists. It becomes a once-in-a-lifetime event due to its remarkable production, extraordinary quality, and strong connection to local history. The outdoor stage with an area of more than 25,000 m2, uses modern stage staging techniques, advanced lighting technology, and sophisticated sound combination, bringing viewers back in history to historical moments.
The show is a perfect combination of sound, image, light, costumes, and people. As its name suggests, the program portrays the journey and development of Hoi An - the most famous trading port in Vietnam in the 16th and 17th centuries. The story is told in 60 minutes with the guide a weaving girl. The performance uses the traditional "Ao dai" of Vietnam as its primary language, blending it with contemporary staging techniques to produce a unique set with cutting-edge lighting and sound effects.
Everything in Hoi An is designed to educate visitors about the city's more than four centuries of history via its vibrant and alluring beauty. The program is split into 5 sections according to the 5 stages of Hoi An’s journey.
"Life" showcases the daily activities of Hoi An people in the past, featuring a girl weaving cloth and a charming smile. The show includes a live performance of a light path with 100 girls wearing "ao dai," showcasing happiness and a new life for young couples. The show also features boys working passionately to build houses and build their fishing careers. Modern sound and light techniques, along with stage props and acting skills, create a vivid and meaningful message for audiences.
The "Wedding" performance in Hoi An Memories Show captures the joy of a happy wedding between Huyen Tran Princess and King Che Man. The event features hundreds of actors in Cham costumes, performing Champa dances, and a romantic bridge. The ceremony aims to educate audiences about Hoi An's economic, political, and cultural aspects during the Champa period and recreate the bustling trading port of Chiem Cang Land in the 9th to 10th century.
The "Boat and Sea" performance explores the transformation of Hoi An Ancient Town into a bustling trading port during the 16th-17th centuries. The story revolves around a girl from Fai-Fo country waiting for her lover, a sailor. The boy was forced to float on the sea to trade goods with foreign merchants, and the girl, despite their love, had to separate. Despite their fidelity, the girl turned herself into a stone, glowing in the night. The performance uses dance as the main language, combining sound, light, poetry, music, river scenery, and skillful dances to create a powerful emotional experience for audiences.
The Hoi An Memories Show showcases the bustling atmosphere of Southeast Asia's 16th-19th centuries trading port, Hoi An Market. The main highlight is the "Trading Port," which showcases the port's glorious memories and provides detailed preparations to easily understand the author's message. The performance aims to connect audiences with Southeast Asia's bustling atmosphere and rich history.
Hoi An Town, a rare gem, has preserved its ancient values despite numerous ups and downs, making it unique from other towns. Locals take pride in their town's value and share it with international friends. The Hoi An Memories Show concludes with a performance of traditional "ao dai" and ancient architectural works. Girls ride bikes along the light road, weaving through the town, bringing audiences back to an old yet dynamic and modern Hoi An Town.
The most significant outdoor stage in Vietnam. The area is up to 25,000 m2. The scene includes a large island, a small island, and the water surface of the Hoai River, bringing the audience "through the air" to the bustling trading port of Hoi An in the 16th and 17th centuries.
The daily art show has the largest number of actors participating in Vietnam. The number is up to more than 500 professional actors and 100 operating and serving staff.
The Show is performed in the Hoi An Impression Theme Park, which is situated on an artificial island called Cam Nam amid the Thu Bon River. It is only a couple of kilometers away from the town. You may want to think about using a car or walking. The cost of a taxi to go there from Hoi An Old Town is around 50,000 VND (~$2).
The Hoi An Memories show is available six days a week, with the show being available on Mondays and Wednesdays to Sundays. It is not available on Tuesdays. The Hoi An Memories Show runs from 8 till 9 o'clock. To ensure the best viewing experience, visitors should arrive early to choose the best seats and visit the theme park. Official speakers suggest starting the show 30 minutes before the show starts.
For the Eco Section, High Section, and Vip Section, adults have to pay a charge of 600.000 VND (26 USD), 750.000 VND (32,5 USD), and 1.200.000 VND (52 USD) respectively.
For the Eco Section, High Section, and Vip Section, children under 1,4 meters have to pay a charge of 150.000 VND (6.5 USD), 300.000 VND (13 USD), and 600.000 VND (26 USD) respectively. Children under 1 meter pay no charge to get the ticket.
Hoi An memory show is the pride of Hoi An people in particular and Vietnamese people in general. As a Vietnamese, I am very proud that our country has a world-class program, that brings Vietnamese culture to the world. Admiring such a monumental, professional, and elaborate program is well worth it. For international tourists, many also enjoy the colorful visual feast of the show. Not only Vietnamese people, but international friends also feel satisfied and admired when enjoying the spectacular performances. Besides, tourists also have giant insight into Vietnamese culture and people. All in all, watching Hoi An Memories Show is worth it.
The story of Hoi An Memories Show is not only an artistic transition but also a golden historical story. Each scene reproduced in the show has its meaning, completeness, and completeness. Do not hesitate to get a ticket for the fabulous show for your trip to Hoi An. Vietnam Escape Tours hopes you will enjoy it.
