Resolution 80: Seven decades of preserving, promoting puppetry art
Over seven decades (1956–2026), the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre has cemented its status as the nation’s leading puppetry hub, blending tradition with modernity while helping shape a distinctly Vietnamese cultural identity.
Artists of the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre during rehearsal. (Photo: VNA)Traditional water puppetry performed at the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre. (Photo: VNA)The 70-year milestone marks the enduring journey of generations of theatre artists in preserving and promoting traditional puppetry. (Photo: VNA)The Vietnam Puppetry Theatre has introduced many creative innovations, combining land-based puppetry with water puppetry to deliver unique performances to audiences. (Photo: VNA)Traditional water puppetry performed at the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre. (Photo: VNA)Artists of the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre during rehearsal. (Photo: VNA)Traditional water puppetry performed at the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre. (Photo: VNA)Artists of the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre continue their efforts to promote national cultural values to domestic and international audiences, contributing to the implementation of Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture. (Photo: VNA)