The world-renowned Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi traces its origins to a traditional art form dating back to the 11th century. This unique practice began when flooded rice paddies became stages for village entertainment, where performers stood in waist-deep water to control puppets above the surface. Using long rods, the puppeteers remained hidden behind a screen, creating the illusion of the puppets gliding effortlessly across the water.
Skip the queues at the Water Puppet Theater with a service that includes your show ticket, available across multiple showtimes. Enjoy a captivating 50-minute live performance showcasing one of Vietnam’s most iconic and traditional art forms. Water puppetry is a uniquely Vietnamese tradition that originated over a thousand years ago in the Red River Delta. Originally, these performances depicted everyday village life, including farming, fishing, children’s games, and romance. Today, the shows also incorporate ancient legends and mythical stories, bringing Vietnam’s cultural heritage to life.
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