The play is part of a cultural exchange program to celebrate the 40thanniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Germany.
Dominik Gunther, German Director said: The idea to create a play for children is new for us. We had to find a fairytale known in both countries so we could mix both cultures, allowing us to show that we are more similar than anyone thought.
This is the second time Dominik Gunther has worked with Vietnamese artists, giving everyone a chance to learn about different views and working styles.
Le Anh Tho, Actress, Young Theater of Vietnam added: Dominik’s style is different from ours, such as the way he tells stories, and the way he analyses characters. The stage design is extremely simple, so we have to use our imagination a lot.
Despite having 9 actors on stage, the German director showed his creativity by using audio clips, which allowed the audience to hear the voices of Vietnamese and German children. Juggling, dancing, unusual costumes, and different styles of music made this play unique.
Dinh Tuong Lan, an audience said: The play is very interesting, especially for children. My daughter just watched this play for the first time and she is fascinated.
The play not only brings laughter to children but also sends a message about true happiness. A German-Vietnamese version will be held in Germany next April.
