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As night falls, the story reaches its lively climax with a getai performance—an energetic, colorful, and spontaneous celebration during the Hungry Ghost Festival. Pei Fen, a seasoned getai performer, shares her perspective on this centuries-old Chinese tradition. Originally rooted in ancient rituals, getai has evolved into a vibrant entertainment spectacle comprising song, comedy, and dance, performed live to engage and entertain the community. The excitement is palpable as performers interact directly with the audience, receiving red packets (“ang baos”) as tokens of good luck.