Local residents in Mexico were treated to five distinctive Lingnan performances by Guangzhou art troupes from Feb 7 to 11.

The Embassy of China in Mexico and Reforma Avenue were among the five venues to host the performances, which were part of the 2018 Guangzhou Culture Week, an event designed to increase global exposure to Guangzhou culture. 

Tens of thousands of Mexicans attended the shows, which included traditional singing, special Lingnan dances, and puppet shows in which figurines were manipulated by wooden rods. 

Dancers from Guangzhou perform the Lingnan dance in Mexico City from Feb 7 to 11, during the 2018 Guangzhou Culture Week. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A puppet show featuring a fire-breathing marionette garner a lot of attention from audiences. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] 

An artist performs a rod puppet show on stage. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com] 

A puppet show featuring a duo of dragon and phoenix-shaped puppets is performed by Guangzhou artists in Mexico City. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com]