Tuong street (classical drama) performances imbued with the traditional cultural identity of Viet Nam and the Quang Nam - Da Nang land took place at the eastern end of the Han Bridge on Sunday evening, drawing much attention from both locals and visitors.

Tuong street performances bring people and visitors valuable moments of relaxation.

Co-organised by the Da Nang Department of Tourism and the Nguyen Hien Dinh Tuong Theatre, Tuong street performances have been usually organised in public holidays and festive occasions for many years.

Accordingly, local residents and visitors have been treated to popular Tuong extracts closely associated with the daily life of the people of Quang Nam and Da Nang in particular, and Viet Nam in general.

On the night of June 25, Tuong performances drew much attention from a lot of visitors, especially young people. A number of Tuong extracts performed by artistes from the Nguyen Hien Dinh Tuong Theatre were introduced to the audience, including ‘Ong Gia Cong Vo Di Xem Hoi’ (Old Man Carries His Wife Piggyback to The Spring Festival), and ‘Doi Hon Dat Ky’ (Changing the soul of Dat Ky).

23-year-old Hieu Ngan, residing in Son Tra District, said such Tuong performances not only brought fun to the elderly, but also helped young people experience and understand more about the unique Vietnamese theatrical genre.

In addition, visitors were introduced to Tuong mask drawing art and dress codes, and they had the opportunity to have their photos taken in Tuong costumes, which were available for rent at reasonable prices.

The "Ngon Tieu Ky" Tuong extract performed by actress Bich Phuong is highly appreciated by the audience

An actor making up his face in order to prepare for the 'Tuong Street' programme

Local residents and visitors are treated to impressive Tuong street performances

Tuong street performances attract a large number of young people

Reporting by C.LAM - Translating by M.DUNG