Experiencing Water Puppetry in Hanoi : Where Legends Float
Where to go in Hanoi, Vietnam ? If you’re into art and musical theater, then this place is for you! The Water Puppet Show Múa rối nước Fee : 50.000 - 300.000VND (1.5 - 8 USD) Location : The Long Water Puppet Show, Hanoi Vietnam Sign : In front of Hanoi’s lake Water puppetry is unique in Vietnam due to its distinctive blend of water, folklore, and traditional performance art that you won't find elsewhere. Here are the key elements that make it truly special: Stage on wate r: Unlike conventional puppetry, the stage is a pool of water. Puppets appear to “walk,” “swim,” and even perform stunts on the water’s surface, creating magical illusions. Hidden puppeteers : The artists stand waist-deep behind a screen, maneuvering puppets with long bamboo poles and string mechanisms beneath the water completely hidden from the audience. Cultural storytelling: Performances are deeply rooted in Vietnamese rural life, folklore, and legends, such as the story of the dragon king, rice planting, and...