Culture Mosaic captures the week's standout cultural highlights from art, music, fashion, and contemporary creative life. With fresh storytelling, vivid images and special guests from Vietnam and abroad, Culture Mosaic brings a multi-dimensional view of Vietnamese culture set against the backdrop of global integration.
In this episode, we're taking a journey through the vibrant cultures and communities that make Vietnam unique, where tradition continues to inspire creativity and cultural connections that go far beyond borders.
From ancient Cham weaving traditions in My Nghiep village to the vibrant rhythms of Japanese Yosakoi dancing right here in Hanoi - and a deep dive into Vietnam’s evolving design culture - welcome to Culture Mosaic, where global traditions and local stories connect.
In this episode of Culture Mosaic, we explore how Vietnam's rich heritage continues to inspire modern creativity and deep cross-cultural connections. Join us on a journey from the revival of centuries-old dó papermaking and the timeless art of 19th-century photography in rural villages, to an American writer's lifelong dedication to documenting the remarkable historical legacy of President Ho Chi Minh.
In this episode, we're taking a journey through the vibrant cultures and communities that make Vietnam unique, where tradition continues to inspire creativity and cultural connections that go far beyond borders.
Experience a captivating blend of natural wonders and artistic mastery in this week's programme, as we explore vital biodiversity conservation efforts in Cat Ba National Park, delve into the evocative melodies of classical guitarist An Tran in Strings Across the Ocean, and witness the timeless elegance of the Swan Lake ballet right here in Vietnam.
Discover how traditional heritage seamlessly intertwines with modern life in this week's programme, as we explore Hoi An's vibrant handicraft village, delve into innovative plant-based cuisine, and uncover a growing Japanese shogi community right here in Vietnam.
In Hoi An, a needle and thread carry centuries of craft, turning fabric into stories travellers carry home. From there, we follow the strings of a classical guitar as musician Le Thu bridges cultures through music. And in a kitchen far from home, French chef Timothée Rousselin reimagines Vietnam's flavours through a restaurant built on love and connection. All in Culture Mosaic.
This edition of Culture Mosaic brings you how heritage is having a modern twist, a backstory of one of Vietnam's most successful stand-up comedy groups, and a sustainable take on traditional craft.
In this episode of Culture Mosaic, discover how tradition is reimagined through creativity. Explore Hue's royal enamel art transformed into contemporary watches, meet a transcreator bridging cultures through film and music, and see how French pastry techniques blend with Vietnam's tropical flavours.
This week on Culture Mosaic, explore the centuries-old art of mother-of-pearl inlay in Chuôn Ngọ Village, meet American poet and Vietnam veteran Bruce Weigl as he reflects on his lifelong connection with Việt Nam, and discover how the Chăm community in Bàu Trúc Pottery Village is inspiring a new generation to preserve one of the country's oldest craft traditions.