Broadway 101 at Lodestar The Musical!

12 Oct, 2023

The first Musical Show at UEH took place on September 28 and exceeded all expectations, “Lodestar The Musical!” inspired by the Broadway stage with music, dance, and acting, drew over 800 students to this one-of-a-kind UEH event.

Lodestar The Musical is a theatrical experience celebrating diversity, acceptance, and the beauty of individuality. Organized in collaboration with the Department of Student Affairs (DSA) and the UEH Youth Union - Student Association, we are determined to introduce the audience to the world of musicals, and there's no better way to do this than by offering a variety of different spices, catering to both curious newcomers and seasoned Broadway fans.

The musical night is a venue for UEH students to practice their English as part of the English Zone's recurring events, and it gives UEHer the opportunity to develop an interest in language study through music. Each number has been chosen to reflect the themes that resonate with our modern society through songs and excerpts from classic and modern musicals, creating a dynamic and emotionally rich musical experience that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. All start with a Musical 101 game to kick off the event.

The students conquered the Musical 101 game to begin the Lodestar Journey

Hosted by Uy Le, you'll be immersed in an intimate, welcoming atmosphere and learn about the art of Musical Theater and the stories behind each masterpiece

It starts with a well-known musical featuring Disney characters to take the audience back to their childhood. Thanks to Mulan, the fearless female warrior and the girl passionate about finding Moana, the prairie song from The Lion King also contributes to the joyful atmosphere.

Impact Theater Saigon put on an impressive rendition of Disney songs.

The actors' subsequent performances were all charismatic with Guys and Dolls, Through Heaven's Eyes, Part of Your World, Her Voice, If Only, My Favorite Things, Glitter, and Be Gay. Each performance has a story and a lesson to impart to UEH students.

Besides enjoying music, UEH audiences will have the opportunity to experience the performances from talented theatre artists of Impact Theater Saigon, who have a wealth of experience performing musicals in the country as well as internationally. Participants are immersed in an intimate, welcoming atmosphere and learn about the art of Musical Theater and the stories behind each masterpiece. In every beat of music and limelight on the stage will be an opportunity to experience Broadway musical's beautiful and uplifting world.

Dramatic and infectious eastern tune of Ai-lai-lai/ lai-le-lai-lai with “Through Heaven's Eyes” from Prince of Egypt.

The performance "I Feel Pretty" shows a new version of The West Side Story using Vietnamese traditional attire, including the Bà Ba shirt and Áo dài.

The atmosphere was full of emotion through the performances of “I Am What I Am”, “So Big So Small” and “Disappear”

UEHer's flashlights lit up the entire hall as the performance came to a final number.

Lodestar The musical ends with an explosive performance of This Is Me from The Greatest Showman. The positive energy from UEH supporters motivates UEH to host music events in the future to foster community. Is Lodestar The Musical a sign that UEH will continue to produce musical shows in the future? Whatever the outcome, the youthful spirit will continue to foster artistic inspiration, enhancing creative thinking and linguistic thinking through music and distributing the message "UEH community of Sustainable Changemakers and Art Inspirers".

To register and participate in the upcoming musical event, please follow UEH English Zone fan page to update the latest information about the event!

News, photos: Department of Student Affairs (DSA)