Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

AO Show

Enjoy a Captivating Production in the Historic Saigon Opera House Witness a cultural performance representing the current cultural reckoning of Vietnamese life in a grand setting. Depart your hotel on foot and walk through the stunning city of Ho Chi Minh to the Saigon Opera House, built in 1898. As you approach, admire the impressive architecture, representative of French Colonial times. Once inside, enjoy a drink in this historic atmosphere before heading into the theater itself. Take your seat to witness the AO Show , with “AO” derived from Lang Pho or "village and city." This performance depicts the contrast between these two lifestyles, displaying both the cultural richness of the Vietnamese countryside and the nation’s rapid urbanization. Witness impressive acrobatic acts and a bamboo circus, and hear live music that recalls southern work songs, all aimed at demonstrating the changing world of Vietnam. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.