Hanoi have new puppetry theatre

According to the director of the Central Puppetry Theatre, the new theatre is a high-grade performance venue of international standard. It will serve not only as a performance venue but also as a museum, where the country’s traditional art will be preserved.

The new theatre is expected to open in early 2006, as a milestone in the history of puppetry. He elaborated that over the past 48 years, puppeteers have practiced and performed in poor conditions, which has hindered their creativity.

According to the director, the ground in front of the theatre will be able to serve as an outdoor stage, while the backyard will be a place for displaying and producing puppets.