Generations of artists have poured their hearts into this very place. This is the Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre. It is the heart of Vietnamese puppetry. This theatre preserves and develops traditional theatrical arts. For 60 years it has stood as a cultural beacon.
The Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre is the largest hub of puppetry arts in Vietnam. It has a long history. It boasts leading puppetry researchers. There are authors and directors too. Visual artists and fine art decorators contribute. Of course puppet performers are key. The theatre has 5 People’s Artists. It also has 25 Artists of Merit. Many other outstanding young artists contribute their talent.
Here at the Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre, you’ll discover not one but three stages. One is dedicated to stage puppet shows. Two are for water puppet shows. There is an indoor pool and an outdoor pool with a Pagoda stage. The theatre also offers traveling puppet shows. They perform domestically and internationally.
Shows at the Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre are constantly updated. The theatre combines traditional and contemporary styles. It blends stage and water puppetry. This makes the shows more appealing. “The Country Soul” is a notable production. “Anderson Fairy Tale” delights audiences. “The Mysterious Dream of Tễu and Kangaroo” captivates. “White Space” and “Da Trach Love Story” are also popular.
Experimental stage puppet shows are novel. They are very attractive. They have resonated with audiences. They have won awards at festivals. “Stories of To he” is one example. “The Soul and Vigor of Thang Long” impresses. “Ugly Duck” charms. “Children’s Moon” enchants. Don’t forget “Country Rhythm”. “Aladin and the Magic Lamp” amazes. “Sun Wukong defeats White Essence” excites. “Xuy Van pretends to be mad” amuses. “Witches fear Ghost” frightens in a fun way.
Over the past 60 years, artists from the Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre have toured globally. They have brought Uncle Tễu to the world. They have performed in 60 countries. These include Japan France and Italy. They have visited Portugal and Spain. Hungary and Norway have enjoyed their shows. They have traveled to Myanmar and Brunei. The Philippines and Turkey have welcomed them. Poland and Slovakia have been entertained. Chile and Thailand have been captivated. China Korea and Australia have been amused. The Czech Republic and Mexico have been delighted.
Vietnamese puppeteers are unique. They can perform different types of puppetry. These include water puppets and stick puppets. They also master hand puppets and string puppets.
The Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre has won many awards. It won an Award for Best World Art Program in the Czech Republic in 2002. The theatre won an Award for Most Attractive Program selected by the audience at the World Theatrical Festival in China in 2013. It achieved a World Championship Award at the Harmony World Puppet Carnival in Thailand in 2014. Gold Medals were awarded at International Marionette Festivals in 2008 2010 and 2015.
The Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre offers shows every week day. There are 3 shows each day. The theatre markets to tourists. This helps promote puppetry arts internationally.
Many audience members express feeling connected to Vietnam after watching the shows. The Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre brings Vietnam’s unique art to the world. It enhances understanding between Vietnam and other countries.
The Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre stands as a leading puppetry art organization. It delivers high quality art programs. It meets the public’s increasing demand. Here at Vietnam National Puppetry Theatre art comes alive.