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Vivid memories
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 27/10/2016
» The Grand Palace is lately one of the capital's most crowded areas, as people flock to pay their last respects to His Majesty King Bhumibol. Located not so far away is the Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Centre, also worth a visit at the moment for its exhibition showcasing works related to the late king.
Kafka as inspiration
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 15/09/2016
» After the premiere of Jitti Chompee's Red Peter contemporary dance at The Hague in the Netherlands went successfully under the support of The Kylián Foundation, the Thai choreographer and director is bringing the show back to local audiences.
So many books, so little time
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 13/07/2016
» If the number of book events can be an effective indicator of Thai people's interest in reading, we might have more evidence to debunk the fallacious mantra "Thais only reads eight lines a year". From Friday to Sunday, the Bangkok Book Festival 2016 (BBF) is coming back for its second edition at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre -- and don't confuse this literary weekend with the book fairs at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, in which the audience comes to hunt discounted books.
Rooms with a view
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 22/06/2016
» Art and gallery are definitely a proper match. For a change, now we have Hotel Art Fair, which will be held at Ad Lib Hotel this weekend from 11am till 11pm, and which will display artwork in the uncommon setting of hotel rooms. Despite an unusual display, the fact that there will be over 20 leading galleries such as ATTA Gallery, H Gallery, Serindia Gellery and inProductions gathering in one place makes this worth a visit.
Retro grade
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 09/12/2015
» Charoen Krung Road, Thailand's first road completed in 1864, was once a hub of prosperity, rich with money, culture and diversity. Now in 2015, the road that runs past the Old City, along the river all the way to Thanon Tok, has enjoyed an urban revival. Once home to expats, embassies, religious and ethnic communities and shophouses, the road and its many sois have now been enlivened by a younger vibe, from Maitri Chit Road near Yaowarat (Chinatown) to the galleries in mid-Charoen Krung.
Beautiful & fair
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 30/09/2015
» Fine Art Asia is one of the biggest art fairs in this part of the world. This year, the show brings top galleries from all over the world to exhibit at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair also celebrates its 10th anniversary and runs from Oct 4-7.
The final call
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 28/05/2015
» The curtains are coming down on La Fête 2015, the annual Franco-Thai cultural co-operation festival, as it will be held for the 11th and final time from June 3-20. Next year, according to the Embassy of France, it's likely that shows and performances will be spread out all-year-round.
She’s a Lady
Muse, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 07/03/2015
» As the playwright for the upcoming musical Kullasattree Sri Siam (Lady Of Siam), Parnrut Kritchanchai is not quite sure if the stereotypical image of the Thai gentlewomen is in line with reality.