Delegates attending the program – Photo: VGP
The program was directed in content by the Hanoi Party Committee – People’s Council – People’s Committee – Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hanoi, organized by the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports, and performed by the Thang Long Music, Dance and Drama Theater. It is one of the events in the series organized by Hanoi to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – August 19, 2025) and National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – September 2, 2025).
Attending the program were delegates who are Politburo members, including Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh; Secretary of the Central Party Committee, Head of the Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission Nguyen Trong Nghia; Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, Head of Hanoi’s National Assembly Delegation Bui Thi Minh Hoai. Also present were Secretary of the Central Party Committee, Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court Le Minh Tri; Central Party Committee member, Vice Chair of the National Assembly Vu Hong Thanh, along with representatives of central ministries and agencies.
Delegates from Hanoi included Central Party Committee member, Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh; Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Nguyen Van Phong; Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Council Nguyen Ngoc Tuan, along with members of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee, leaders of the People’s Council, People’s Committee, Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hanoi; ambassadors and representatives of foreign embassies in Vietnam and a large number of the capital’s resident.
Chairman of Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh delivers the opening speech – Photo: VGP
In his opening remarks, Central Party Committee member, Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh emphasized: “In the sacred and heroic atmosphere of the historic autumn – the revolutionary autumn; together with the pride of the capital’s people and compatriots across the country, at the August Revolution Square, a special art program with the theme ‘Hanoi – From the Historic Autumn of 1945’ takes place – one of the prominent activities of the capital to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the successful August Revolution and National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.”
According to Chairman Tran Sy Thanh: “80 years ago, the August Revolution Square was the site of the historic rally on August 19, 1945, by the people of Hanoi, marking the beginning of the General Uprising to seize power across the country. From this place, the revolutionary flame, patriotism, and the determination of the Vietnamese people to achieve independence and freedom ignited and spread, creating a brilliant milestone – the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, on September 2, 1945. This event is a shining milestone in the history of nation-building and safeguarding, opening a new era of independence, freedom associated with socialism, transforming our people from a state of servitude to being masters of the country and of their own destiny. Over 80 years of defending, building, and developing the country, particularly nearly 40 years of renovation, under the Party’s wise leadership, our nation has achieved significant and historically meaningful accomplishments across all fields; Vietnam’s position and prestige have been continuously affirmed and elevated internationally.”
A performance in the program – Photo: CTV
The Chairman of Hanoi People’s Committee affirmed: “Throughout this glorious journey, Hanoi – the thousand-year-old capital, the Hero City, the City for Peace – has been the origin of the nation’s journey toward independence, unity, and national development. Today, Hanoi is not only the political-administrative center and the heart of the country but also a major hub for economy, culture, education and training, science, technology, and international integration. This vividly demonstrates the determination, will, and strong aspirations of the Party Committee, authorities, and people of the capital. The special art program ‘Hanoi – From the Historic Autumn of 1945,’ held at August Revolution Square – the site of monumental historical events, honoring patriotism, revolutionary spirit, and national pride – further emphasizes the profound significance: it not only recalls the glorious history of the nation from the brilliant August milestone of 1945 but also spreads a strong message of resilience and aspiration of the entire nation. The program is a message, a reaffirmation by the Party Committee, authorities, and people of the capital to continue the nation’s glorious history, the heroic revolutionary tradition, harness all potentials and internal strengths to build Hanoi into a green – smart – modern capital, contributing to the realization of Vietnam’s goal to develop into a prosperous, strong, and happy nation.”
VGP A performance in the program – Photo: VGP
Recreating the Major Milestones in 80 Years of Hanoi and Vietnam’s History
The special art program “Hanoi – From the Historic Autumn of 1945” was directed by People’s Artist Tan Minh, with historical advisor and commentator: Associate Professor, Doctor Tran Duc Cuong; Music Director: Musician Duong Cam; Orchestra Conductor: Conductor Dong Quang Vinh; Script supervisor and general director: Master Nguyen Thi Tuyet Minh. The program featured nearly 1,000 artists and performers from various Hanoi and central artistic units based in the city. Among them were familiar faces such as People’s Artists Hoang Anh Tu, Tan Minh, artist Xuan Hinh, Meritorious Artists Dang Duong, Tran Lin, singers Hoang Hai, Van Mai Huong, Lam Bao Ngoc, Dong Hung, Khanh Linh, Trong Hung, group Oplus…
With 3 acts and 6 scenes, the special art program “Hanoi – From the Historic Autumn of 1945” was elaborately staged, harmoniously combining official narrative and epic quality, vividly and heroically recreating major milestones in Vietnamese history and Hanoi’s history. Utilizing a combination of contemporary and traditional art forms along with modern presentation technology, the program left a strong impression and evoked pride among a large audience.
Photo: Thu Ha
With a duration of approximately 90 minutes, the program presented numerous songs such as “The Internationale” (Pierre De Geyter) with mash-up segments including songs associated with the fervor of the people during the General Uprising: “Guerrilla Song” (Do Nhuan), “Call of Youth” (Luu Huu Phuoc), “Destroy Fascists” (Nguyen Dinh Thi), “Together as Red Troops” (Dinh Nhu), “August 19” (Xuan Oanh)… and particularly magnificent and emotional with the chorus “Marching Song” (Van Cao) accompanied by the flag salute and singing of thousands of audience members at August Revolution Square. Additionally, the program featured songs such as “People of Hanoi” (Nguyen Dinh Thi), “Long March” (Do Nhuan), “On Him Lam Hill” (Do Nhuan), “Uncle Ho Marches With Us” (Huy Thuc – Tran Chung), “The Whole Country Rejoices” (Hoang Ha), “Praise the Fatherland” (Ho Bac), “Who Loves Uncle Ho” (Phong Nha), “Hanoi – Faith and Hope” (Phan Nhan), “The Letter Written in a Hurry” (Duong Cam), “Hanoi’s Epic Song” (Duong Cam), “Ha Noi Xam” (Hoang Anh Tu), “Hanoi Light Up the City” (Duong Cam)…
Photo: Thu Ha
All performances were staged with large, magnificent scenes featuring a massive cast, creating a heroic, exhilarating atmosphere reflecting the country and the capital during major historical periods. These included the historic autumn days when President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence at Ba Dinh Square, founding the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam; the steadfast, indomitable Hanoi during the “Dien Bien Phu in the air” campaign, contributing to the liberation of the South and national reunification; the joyous celebration of Hanoi citizens in victory, determined to build a prosperous, civilized capital. Particularly, with modern technology, 3D mapping combined with artistic fireworks, music, lighting, and visual effects vividly recreated important milestones in Vietnamese history and Thang Long Hanoi, such as the relocation of the capital, Ho Chi Minh’s journey to seek national salvation, and the 1945 General Uprising, leaving a strong impression on the audience.
Photo: Thu Ha
With many spectacular and engaging performances, the special art program “Hanoi – From the Historic Autumn of 1945” not only revisited significant milestones in history but also prominently portrayed the image of Hanoi people as elegant, cultured, steadfast, indomitable in battle, ready to sacrifice for national independence, freedom, and the thousand-year-old cultural land of Thang Long. The program is a meaningful tribute to past generations, helping to awaken national pride, love for homeland and country, and the spirit of unity, empowering today’s generations to confidently continue building a modern, civilized capital and country in the era of Vietnam’s national renaissance.
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