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Farewell to a maestro
Life, John Clewley, Published on 10/04/2024
» The world of molam has been in mourning since news emerged that Thailand's greatest phin player Thongsai Thap Thanon passed away on March 20 at his home in Warin Chamrap district, Ubon Ratchathani, at the age of 77. The phin is a two- or three-stringed Isan Lao lute that is part of the trinity of molam instruments, along with the iconic khaen (free reed bamboo mouth organ) and the sor (fiddle).
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Art without borders
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 29/01/2024
» Organised by the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture (OCAC), the third edition of the international contemporary art festival, "Thailand Biennale, Chiang Rai 2023", returns with the theme of "The Open World" from now until April 30. "The Open World" was inspired by the Buddha image in the posture that is called "open world" at Wat Pa Sak in Chiang Saen District.
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Two Korean series focus on death and vengeance
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/01/2024
» When people make a mistake, they want to be given a second chance. Two Korean television series, Death's Game and Marry My Husband, on Prime Video, present stories of people who have opportunities to mend their past mistakes.
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Thai, Korean artists to rock Thunder Dome this Xmas
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 14/12/2023
» Organised by YGlobal, "Merry Pop Festa 2023", which features Thai and South Korean artists, will be held on Dec 23 at Thunder Dome, Muang Thong Thani. The line-up includes Han Seung-woo, Bang Ye-dam and BUS.
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The flight of the Eagle Hunters
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/11/2023
» Ten years ago, photographer Jatenipat Ketpradit, also known as JKBoy, embarked on a journey to Mongolia to capture portraits of the Eagle Hunters Tribe. Accompanied by a local guide, Jatenipat had to go door to door to search for members of the clan as only a few still make a living from the profession these days.
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A celebration of female art
Life, Published on 20/11/2023
» During the 1990s, female artists had limited opportunities and space to showcase their work. But in 1995, a group of such women, including Jittima Pholsawek, Mink Nopparat and Phaptawan Suwannakudt, organised an exhibition titled "Tradisexion" at Concrete House.
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The power of photography
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 07/06/2023
» A philosopher in Ayutthaya is concerned about the future of the Kingdom. He closes his eyes to concentrate and his spirit travels from Ayutthaya to present-day Thailand. The first thing he sees is fireworks. Since fireworks are typically used for celebration, the philosopher believes he has arrived in a civilised country.
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Taking to art to save the Mekong River
Life, Published on 19/04/2023
» The current problem regarding the Mekong's Khon Pi Luang rapids is recounted through art at “No Distance To Khon Pi Luang”, running at Warin Lab Contemporary until May 20.
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Life on the Mekong and Mississippi
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/03/2023
» To celebrate 190 years of US-Thai diplomatic relations, the art exhibition "Rivers Of Life" has been organised by the US embassy, ICONSIAM and the Chiang Khong community of Chiang Rai. On view at ICONSIAM, the exhibition features two videos -- I See That You Don't See created by Montika Kam-On, a young Thai moving image artist, and A Tale Of Two Rivers created by Alexis Karl, a US filmmaker and perfume artist. Both aim to raise awareness about environmental issues related to the two rivers -- the Mekong and the Mississippi.
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Siam Paragon honours late King Bhumibol in special exhibition
Life, Published on 05/12/2022
» In remembrance of the late King Bhumibol, Siam Paragon is exhibiting a replica of his life-size bronze bust and a replica of the Thai Pavilion in Lausanne, at the Lifestyle Hall on the 2nd floor, until Thursday.
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