Family planning
The Nha Trang puppet show with children
Is the Life Puppets show at Đó Theatre good for children? Ages, child tickets, length, phone rules and what to bring for a family evening in Nha Trang.
See tickets on Klook ↗Quick answer
Children aged 3 and over can attend the Life Puppets show, and Klook sells a child ticket for ages 3 and over and under 120 cm. The theatre says the show is not suitable for children under 3. It runs about an hour, with no phones, photos or filming during the show and a cast photo session in the lobby afterwards.
The age rule
Klook's listing offers a child ticket for ages 3 and over and under 120 cm, and a senior ticket for ages 60 and over. The theatre's FAQ says children can go in, but the show is not suitable for children under 3. A child at or above 120 cm would be on the adult ticket, so check your child's height against the Klook ticket description before you pick a ticket type.
How long a child has to sit
The show lasts about 60 minutes, and the theatre says it is performed live from beginning to end. That is shorter than a film and longer than most picture-book sessions. Children who can follow a story for an hour will do well, while very active children may find a seated show hard. There is no interval described in the Klook listing, so plan snacks and a toilet stop for before you take your seat.
What children will see
Puppets are the draw: Klook's listing describes scenes of village life such as catching frogs and planting rice, light and water effects, and twelve zodiac animal characters, according to the theatre. Animal characters and bright painted figures tend to hold young attention. The theatre says the story follows the dream of Tễu, a jester boy from water puppetry, which gives children a character to follow through the hour.
Phones and photos
The theatre bars phone use, photos and filming during the show. Parents who rely on a phone to keep a child calm should bring a quiet alternative, such as a small book for the wait before the show. After the show, the theatre's FAQ says guests can take photos with the cast in the lobby, so children still get the picture they want, with the puppeteers and performers.
Seats, arrival and getting there
Klook sells three seat zones, Zodiac, Tiger and Dragon. Look at the seating plan on the booking page and choose a zone from which a child can see the stage. The theatre asks guests to arrive 20 minutes before the show for check-in, and the theatre is on Bãi Tiên beach, so allow time for the ride from your hotel. A guide to the journey covers the practical side.
Read next: Getting to Đó Theatre in Nha Trang
Who this isn't for
Give this evening a miss for a child under 3, for a child who cannot sit for an hour, or for a family that wants to film the show. If your children prefer physical spectacle to puppets, a sister show at the same theatre offers circus artistry and aerial acrobatics with folk dances, and a comparison guide sets the two side by side.
Read next: Puppets or acrobatics: which Đó Theatre show should you pick?
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum age for the puppet show?
The theatre advises against children under 3. For older children Klook sells a child ticket, for ages 3 and over and under 120 cm.
How long is the show for children?
About 60 minutes, performed live from start to finish. Klook's listing describes no interval.
Can I film my child's reaction?
Not during the performance, since the theatre keeps phones away. Photos with the cast are offered in the lobby afterwards.
Which seat zone is best for a child?
Klook offers Zodiac, Tiger and Dragon zones. Open the seating plan on the booking page and pick one with a clear view of the stage.
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