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Directed by writer Nguyễn Quang Vinh, “Hội An Show – Gratitude” was launched last month in the central Vietnam town. It featured 150 artists portraying the history of the ancient town via stories of Hoi An silk, bài chòi
folk art, and Cham culture during major events — such as the re-establishment of trading in Hoi An in the 18
th century through the beginning of the 20
th century and naval warfare between villagers and sea monsters based on the Tale of Cầu Chùa.
The show was initiated by the Hoi An City People’s Committee in coordination with the Voice of Vietnam (VOV) and the Quang Nam Tourism Association, thanks to VND5 billion (US$217,000) in funding with the aim of restarting tourism post-COVID-19. It was performed in part to celebrate the 46