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Tribute to Kru Thep
Life, Published on 21/08/2024
» As Thailand commemorates the 150th anniversary of the birth of Chaophraya Thammasakmontri, affectionately known as Kru Thep, one of the nation's most revered educators and cultural figures, the stage is set for a contemporary tribute like no other.
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.
A special khon concert for a good cause
Life, Published on 10/05/2023
» Following their performance in Paris, the Pichet Klunchun Dance Company will perform a special khon Thai classical masked dance with a contemporary touch for the people of Bangkok at the Sodsai Pantoomkomol Centre for Dramatic Arts on June 17.
Connecting the past with the modern world
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 14/09/2022
» From Sept 22 until Oct 23 at the William Warren Library, The Jim Thompson Art Center will host "Timirbhu: The New World Order", an exhibition by Nakrob Moonmanas. The opening day will include the panel discussion "Literature / Digital / Art: Connected Borders?".
Dispensing Thainess
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/08/2022
» From Thai-style gashapons to a portable shrine in case you need spiritual uplift on the go, Thai culture has been a big inspiration to many product designers and makers who put creative spins and present Thainess in a contemporary way. Here's Guru's list of cool products inspired by Thainess.
King of khon
Life, Published on 02/11/2021
» Choreographer Jitti Chompee's in-depth research into the Thai historical art form khon has accumulated into contemporary works that intermingle the old and the new that can captivate current generations which may have grown distant from traditional roots.
Laughter a tonic for success
News, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 22/03/2021
» Despite a drastic decline in print media consumption, 31-year-old executive Pimpicha Utsahajit has managed to enlarge the Kai Hua Ror cartoon universe from paper to various online platforms. This has provided a great opportunity to expand the reader base during the digital era.
A poem born in a protest
News, Thana Boonlert, Published on 05/11/2020
» Monday Oct 26 was just another dark and sweltering night on Sathon Road, central Bangkok.
Queer goings on at BACC
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 19/09/2019
» A selection of LGBTI films will be shown at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) over the next four weekends.