PERFORMING
ARTS
MONOLOGUE PERFORMANCE
OEDIPUS REX
Performing a monologue from Oedipus Rex challenged me to explore one of theatre's most powerful emotional conflicts: the struggle between human choice and an seemingly unavoidable fate. I portrayed Oedipus at the moment he begins to suspect that the stranger he killed at a crossroads was King Laius, confronting the terrifying possibility that his attempt to escape a prophecy had brought him closer to fulfilling it.
Through shifts in voice, expression, and movement, I sought to capture his transformation from painful recollection to disbelief, guilt, and desperation. The performance pushed me to look beyond the character's words and understand the fear beneath them. It reminded me that acting is not simply about expressing emotions, but about allowing an audience to experience the complexity of being human.
YOUNG REPORTER
Elementary School Reporter
Joining "Phong vien cap 1" (Elementary School Reporter), a television program produced by Vietnam's national broadcaster, Vietnam Television (VTV), took me on an unforgettable journey into the mountainous communities of Northwest Vietnam. Together with a group of young friends, I experienced daily life away from home, learning to live independently, share responsibilities, and adapt to unfamiliar surroundings. Exploring the region's landscapes, local traditions, and communities opened my eyes to different ways of living and the beauty of cultural diversity.
Beyond our adventures, the program encouraged us to share our own perspectives on family, friendship, and everyday life. Through conversations, reflections, and shared experiences, I discovered how much we could learn from both the people we met and one another. It was a journey that nurtured my curiosity, independence, and appreciation for the connections that bring people together.