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What was the primary influence on the design of the HCMC Opera House?
What was the primary influence on the design of the HCMC Opera House?
Which school is mentioned in relation to early 20th-century southern Vietnam?
Which school is mentioned in relation to early 20th-century southern Vietnam?
What type of events were commonly held at the HCMC Opera House and its surroundings more than a century ago?
What type of events were commonly held at the HCMC Opera House and its surroundings more than a century ago?
Which modern performance art form is linked to the opera groups active in early 20th-century Vietnam?
Which modern performance art form is linked to the opera groups active in early 20th-century Vietnam?
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When was the book 'Urban Architecture and Landscape of Saigon - Cho Lon' published?
When was the book 'Urban Architecture and Landscape of Saigon - Cho Lon' published?
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What materials were predominantly used in the construction of the HCMC Opera House?
What materials were predominantly used in the construction of the HCMC Opera House?
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Study Notes
Early 20th Century Southern Vietnam
- Foreign photographers documented significant cultural aspects, including traditional opera performances and pupils at Marie Curie private girls' school.
- The HCMC Opera House, inspired by Paris's Palais Garnier, was designed by Félix Olivier and completed in 1900, utilizing primarily French materials and decorations.
- A new book titled "Urban Architecture and Landscape of Saigon - Cho Lon" was released by the HCMC General Publishing House in July, featuring early 20th-century imagery.
- Historically, the Opera House and surrounding areas were popular venues for cultural and artistic events, maintaining their significance in contemporary city events.
- Early opera groups such as Thay Than Sa Dec and Thay Nam Tu played essential roles in developing cai luong, a modern folk opera blending traditional and contemporary elements.
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Explore the depiction of early 20th-century southern Vietnam through the lenses of foreign photographers. This quiz covers traditional opera performances, the Marie Curie private girls' school, and the architectural influences of the HCMC Opera House. Test your knowledge on this fascinating historical period.
