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Thang Long Ca Tru Theatre

87 Ma May | Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam
84(0)1 223 266 897
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Ranked #4 of 66 attractions in Hanoi
Type: Theatres
Owner description: In Vietnamese national traditional music, none has polyhedron like Ca tru art. Through time, this type of art has had different names with various... more » Owner description: In Vietnamese national traditional music, none has polyhedron like Ca tru art. Through time, this type of art has had different names with various meanings, depending on each cultural space or subordinated social function. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

A great snap shot of traditional vietnamese performing arts without going too long or being boring! Unfortunately there was only three of us at the theatre! Hopefully more people will realise the significance and support this performance! You can not do better for a few dollars US!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Dont miss this. Well worth it but book in advance because there is very limited seating. Located in one of the small, older houses. Some good restaurants closeby e.g New Day & Gecko.

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chiang saen
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

For only $5, I found this a fun way to spend 45 minutes. The music and singers were great, the puppets were entertaining, and I felt I learned something about Vietnamese history and culture. I highly recommend this.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

A unique, interesting and fun insight into Vietnamese culture and story telling. Not much more to say really.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

In an old house in Hanoi, performers play strange but beautiful traditional music. This is something you really must see if you come to Hanoi. It is a very intimate experience, and once you get over how strange the music and singing sounds, and just let yourself enjoy it, it turns into something quite special. The location is in the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Bought the tickets at front desk and really enjoyed the performance with tea and coffee free. The folk songs and the artists combined an excellent night and very meaningful for us. Highly recommended!

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Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I don't really understand the values of Ca Tru. However, it is interesting to know about one traditional art of Vietnam and watch the beautiful performers.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

The puppet show provides English translation on TV screen which was good for us. But the puppets condition should be improved. Most of puppets look old and need to maintain.

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Brilliant. I enjoyed the show very much.Kudos to the performers with such skills.The show starts on time and one need to be punctual. Even though I did not understand their language, the singers had lovely vocals.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

we book 9 tickets for a sunday show and the "oldies" love it. for us younger bunch, its more of an acquired taste but worth watching at least once. try to get front row seat.

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