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Tale as old as time
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 03/03/2015
» It brings an emotional tear to eye when cartoons can capture the heart-wrenching trials of humanity, but when humans can come across convincingly as cartoons, the result is undeniable glee. Disney's Broadway spectacular, Beauty And The Beast, which is showing in Thailand for the very first time, brings the 1991 Oscar-winning classic of the same name to life.
Penguin Power
Asia focus, Published on 26/01/2015
» K-pop and soap operas have taken the world by storm, but so too has a short-legged blue penguin wearing orange glasses and aviator cap who lives in a snowy peaceful island together with his friends.
Monster hit of a Musical
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 20/01/2015
» The wait is over for those wishing to watch the Broadway musical version of Beauty And The Beast. To celebrate its 20th anniversary on the stage, Disney's Beauty And The Beast, The Original Broadway Musical Spectacular, will premiere at Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre on Feb 24 and run until March 15.
Out in the cold
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 15/01/2015
» It was a battle from the beginning. It was almost bloodshed to stop my four-year-old niece from decking out in full Elsa regalia, the ice queen of Frozen, to attend the Frozen Sing-A-Along in a cinema.
Let it go in a winter paradise
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 11/12/2014
» As a rain shower stopped over Hong Kong Disneyland, our tourist group stepped into the "Frozen" zone, the park's newest themed area based on the animated film. After walking through the entrance of the Sleeping Beauty Castle and keeping left, we saw a small castle decorated like the one seen in Frozen. Looking up at the surroundings and seeing Queen Elsa and Princess Anna, we felt we were part of the fairy tale.
Intimate, contemporary and queer
Life, Published on 11/12/2014
» The first Bangkok Queer Theatre Festival is drawing to a close this weekend after an 11-week run, which began on Sept 27, at the new Sun Dance Theatre in Silom. The festival showcases two original plays, two contemporary dances and two solo performances by established and emerging artists — an admirable achievement. Our only complaint was the absence in representation of lesbians and transsexuals. But if such a festival continues, it is likely that more artists showcasing works about other sexual identities will emerge.
A masterclass in music
Life, Published on 23/10/2014
» It came as no surprise whatsoever to witness, once again, a full house at the Thai Cultural Centre last Friday, in large part because of the highly anticipated return of West End maestro Michael England, who packed the same venue with the Bangkok Symphony Orchestra just over a year ago.
Taking Disney into the future
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 10/10/2014
» If you have a child and cable at home, you must be familiar with the Disney Junior channel. Even if you visit a home with children between the ages of two and seven, chances are you'll end up hearing Mickey Mouse and Co squeaking the catchy tune of the Hot Dog song, Princess Sofia solving problems, Jake the Pirate on one his adventures or Doc McStuffins taking care of stuffed animals. As one of the most watched children's channels worldwide, Disney Junior is the progressing benchmark of the Disney empire into your home.
Are you ready to be an entrepreneur? (Part 2)
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 25/09/2014
» My last column identified five decisions you need to make when starting a new venture: Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset? Is your business idea really worth pursuing? When should you start? Should you go it alone or with partners? How to structure a partnership? Here are the other five decisions you must consider carefully to have a good chance of succeeding as an entrepreneur.
The Grande gesture
B Magazine, Chanun Poomsawai, Published on 07/09/2014
» The former Nickelodeon tween idol serves up a more mature, confident second album, but it's still her voice that shines the brightest