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One Bangkok Unveils Sculptures by Kapoor and Cragg
Published on 28/08/2024
» One Bangkok, the largest holistically integrated district in the heart of Bangkok, aims to merge art and culture into day-to-day life to uplift quality of life, as well as people’s well-being. With the grand opening ceremony scheduled at the end of October 2024, the development will also unveil its “Art Loop”, a vibrant route spanning over 2 kilometres throughout the project featuring diverse artworks and creative programs.
Siam Paragon and Culture Ministry Honour Queen Sirikit
Published on 13/08/2024
» The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with Siam Paragon, is organising "Praepastra Boromarajininath" to commemorate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's birthday anniversary on 12 August 2024. The event is taking place from 12–18 August 2024, at Parc Paragon, M Floor, Siam Paragon, and features a variety of activities, including an exhibition on Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother’s dedication to preserving Thai art and craft. It also showcases traditional Thai costumes, Thai cultural performances such as youth Khon performances, folk performances, fashion shows highlighting contemporary Thai fabrics, and the sale of Thai cultural products (CPOT). Visitors will also have the opportunity to shop for creative Thai crafts at the ICONCRAFT pop-up, located on the 1st floor of Siam Paragon, from 10–31 August 2024.
Electrifying Debut: All-Electric Macan at MOCA Bangkok
Published on 09/08/2024
» Thailand introduces the new, all-electric Macan 4 and Macan Turbo with an exclusive private preview at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Bangkok. The unique essence of Porsche’s latest electric sports SUV was conveyed through a dazzling display of art, fashion and music.
Returning Thai cultural hospitality to the world
Life, Published on 29/07/2024
» Dusit Thani Bangkok has been a source of vivid memories and beautiful reminiscences since its prestigious opening in 1970. Chronicled with multi-decadal elegance, the name has become synonymous with gracious Thai hospitality extended to guests and visitors, including Thai and international dignitaries from across the world.
Remembering a Southeast Asianist
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 26/07/2024
» It is not often these days to find scholars of Southeast Asia with exceptional breadth and depth, prescience, and commitment who stick to their creed until the end. In the pantheon of such rare scholars, Benedict O'Gorman Anderson, who died in 2015, would have led the way. James C Scott would be right beside him in a distinctly different fashion.
Embassies unite to honour HM the King
Life, Post Reporters, Published on 25/07/2024
» To commemorate the 72nd birthday of HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, 12 embassies in Thailand will present special cultural performances under the "Long-Standing Relations" concept at Parc Paragon, M floor of Siam Paragon, daily from 1pm to 7pm, from Friday until July 29.
Welcome to Jamsan's world
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/07/2024
» Once upon a time, the Shadow Witch stole the faces of three people -- a boy with a mask, a hollow Tin Princess and a man trapped in a box. To find their faces, the trio embarked on a journey in a camper van together. They went through adventures and challenges and eventually learned that the Shadow Witch wanted their courage to seek happiness, not their faces.
A dystopian realm presents real-world issues
Life, Published on 03/07/2024
» Works of different genres are fused to reflect contemporary issues during "Procession Of Dystopia" which is running at the studio, 4th floor of Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Pathumwan intersection, until July 14.
Humanity in the digital age
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 19/06/2024
» The Sodsai Theatre at Chulalongkorn University will soon host an extraordinary fusion of dance, theatre and technology titled IBM 1401. This contemporary piece, directed by New York-based Thai artist Sai Somboon, delves into the complex interplay between humanity and technology.
Sodsai Theatre hosts production by Chiang Mai-based company Glom
Life, Published on 11/06/2024
» IBM 1401, a groundbreaking contemporary dance theatre piece, will be staged at Sodsai Theatre, Chulalongkorn University, every Friday and Saturday at 2pm and 8pm, and Sunday at 2pm and 6pm, from July 5-21.