On the banks of rivers in Vietnam, there is an ancient art that resembles reflections in water, is lively and poetic, and that is Hanoi water puppetry. This millennium old traditionAlways in its unique way,glistenVietnamFolk culturalbrightshine.

Red River DeltaIt is the birthplace of water puppetry.This plain is formed by the alluvial deposits of the Red River and its tributaries, with low-lying terrain and interwoven water networks. hereofPeople coexist with water and dance with it. wheneverriversDuring periods of flooding or idle farming, people will set up stages in the water, accompanied by puppets, to create vivid stories. These stories, whether sad or happy, solemn or humorous, are people's reflections and interpretations of life.

The protagonists of water puppetry are naturally those exquisite puppets. Some of them are controlled by wooden sticks, while others are pulled by wires, but both of them are vivid and seem to have life. The characters of these puppets are mostly derived from life, including farmers, fishermen, officials, fairies, and those cute little animals. They are all interpreting their own stories in the water.

In addition to puppets, the stage of water puppetry is also unique.Whether it's a lake, river, or pond, as long asIt's a piece of water, allCan becomeA natural stage. People use bamboo, fabric, and other materials to build simple stages, hanging colorful flags and lanterns, adding a strong festive atmosphere to the performance.

When night falls and the lights are brightly lit, the water puppet show begins. The artists hid behind the scenes, manipulating the puppets with their hands to dance in the water.Puppet charactersjump、Rolling or punching、Embrace, every action appearsbe full of wit and humour. And the audience sat on the shore,orStanding on the bridge,FerventlyAppreciating this unique performance.

In addition to puppets and stage, water puppetry also has an important element——Music. The band members wear traditional costumes and hold various instruments, adding color to the performance. Their performanceSometimesPassionate and enthusiastic,SometimesGentle and graceful,allClosely intertwined with the plot, it brings an audio-visual feast to the audience.

During the performance, the audience seemed to have entered a dreamy world. They saw those familiar and familiar stories and felt the joys and sorrows of the puppets.as ifForgetting the passage of timeRelated toThe hustle and bustle of the outside world is only immersed in this wonderful art.

However, with the changes of the times and the progress of society, water puppetry also faces many challenges. On the one hand, due to the impact of modern entertainment methods and changes in audience tastes, its audience has gradually decreased; On the other hand, due to financial and technological limitations, its inheritance and development also face many difficulties. For all that,People stillI hope it can continue to be passed down and become a cultural treasure trove in Vietnam and even the worldtreasure.

May this unique art, like flowing water, continue endlessly, leaving that purity and beauty forever with peopleofBetween the hearts. May we all find that tranquility in this water swaying puppet showandMoved, allowing the soul to be cleansed and sublimated.