The Teh Dar Show is not just a regular performance. For foreign tourists having a trip to Hoi An, Vietnam, it is even more desirable to have access to these wild melodies. All will be represented through the Teh Dar Show. Teh Dar Show is one of the must-see cultural shows in Vietnam. For most viewers, it is a reminder of the Vietnamese homeland, and the Teh Dar show is now very popular. With the foundation and materials inspired primarily by the culture of the Central Highlands people, Teh Dar’s show has received much praise.
Read the article from Indochina Tours to learn more about this show that artfully depicts Vietnamese tribal culture. The traditional culture of Vietnam’s Central Highlands region is still full of myths that many people still want to explore today.
What is the Teh Dar Show?
Teh Dar in K’ho language means to go around. In the culture of all ethnic groups in the Central Highlands, all community activities carry this symbol. The name of the show Teh Dar therefore implies that as long as the population of the central highlands continues to move; culture, tradition and ethnicity remain. This circle of life and culture will continue.
Like traditional plays (My Village or A O show), Teh Dar is a performing art combining circus, balance, acrobatics, juggling and contemporary dance. Players will perform with live music. The artists use around 20 types of folk instruments from the Central Highlands people, such as Bhana, E De, K’ho and Giarai. The list includes gongs, drums, kipa, ding nam, to rung, tu va and other traditional musical instruments, which are original artifacts of the Central Highlands.
The piece has minimal lines and a non-linear structure that does not follow chronological order. Artists use performance techniques to incorporate folk props to depict different aspects of the life and culture of the Vietnamese people.
What makes Teh Dar Show unique?
Vietnamese bamboo circus
The highlight of the performance is the dynamic combination of acrobatics and narrative circus acts. Choreographers creatively employ bamboo tools to craft a visually captivating spectacle. Against a backdrop of esteemed lighting and minimalist scenery, the portrayal of the mountainous Central Highlands evokes delight among the audience. Scenes build to a climactic crescendo, brimming with emotion and intensity.
Attractive music of tribal instrument
Music is a highlight at every climax of this contemporary theater performance. The minimalist stage, bright light and live sound penetrate deep into the hearts of spectators. According to musician Nguyen Nhat Ly, he is even more ambitious for Teh Dar. Music will not stop supporting a piece. This makes the people of Vietnam, especially those with a homeland in the central highlands, remember the original source, from the buffalo horn to the tribe’s original percussion instruments.
Creative performances
The Teh Dar show is uniquely vibrant, with dramatic elements like rope acrobatics and fire dancing leaving a significant impact on the audience. You’ll experience a sense of exhilaration as you witness unpredictable, ecstatic movements. The audience is moved by the dedication of each performer, leading to a newfound appreciation for the show’s value.
You can see the Teh Dar Show in two theaters in Vietnam:
– Saigon Opera House: 07 Cong Truong Lam Son Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Hoi An Lune Center: 1A Nguyen Phuc Chu Street, Minh An District, Hoi An, Quang Nam.
