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Tradition in motion
Life, Jitti Chompee, Published on 16/02/2026
» For decades, Thailand has been internationally recognised for the richness of its performing arts traditions -- from classical court forms such as khon to vibrant regional folk practices embedded in everyday life. Yet, paradoxically, choreography as a contemporary artistic discipline has remained structurally under-supported, sustained largely by individual effort rather than by a coherent national vision.
Say goodbye to Maman at Khao Yai Art Forest
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 12/08/2025
» Khao Yai Art Forest in Nakhon Ratchasima invites interested people to come and say goodbye to a world-renowned sculpture during "Farewell To Maman", which will be held on Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 7pm.
Documentary presents a fresh look at traditional dance
Life, Published on 02/06/2025
» Interested people are invited to embark on the unexpected world of khon masked dance during the documentary screening of Miscellany Of Khon, at Alliance Francaise Bangkok, Witthayu Road on Wednesday at 7.30pm.
Moving beyond tradition
Life, Panalee Maskati, Published on 27/05/2025
» In the same way that dance is irrepressible motion, Jitti Chompee, an acclaimed Thai choreographer with a career spanning over 15 years and director of Unfolding Kafka Festival -- Thailand's only international contemporary dance platform -- is always planning his next move.
Kafka and the khaen
Life, Panalee Maskati, Published on 30/10/2024
» Ten years ago, Jitti Chompee, founder of 18 Monkeys Dance Theater, brought into being the first Unfolding Kafka Festival, a world-class performing arts platform. Now, he is composing its spectacular end -- a celebration of the centennial anniversary of Franz Kafka's death and the festival's own 10-year anniversary.
Jim Thompson unveils performances for Unfolding Kafka Festival
Life, Published on 30/10/2024
» Jim Thompson Art Center will present an exhibition, accompanied by a string of performances, as part of the Unfolding Kafka Festival 2024, starting from Friday to Nov 14.
Explore Franz Kafka's world at Neilson Hays Library
Life, Published on 29/10/2024
» Neilson Hays Library is hosting the Unfolding Kafka Festival 2024, which features three interesting events to explore Franz Kafka's grotesque universe, next month.
The final outing
Life, Panalee Maskati, Published on 23/10/2024
» Back for a fifth and final time, the Unfolding Kafka Festival 2024, a biennial contemporary performing arts festival founded and directed by Jitti Chompee, will unveil its most ambitious programme yet in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Franz Kafka's death and the festival's own 10-year anniversary.
Tradition meets innovation
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 30/01/2024
» Embark on a mesmerising journey of Thai cultural heritage in "Miscellany Of Khon", a programme that breathes new life into khon, a traditional masked dance drama that traces its roots back to the Ayutthaya kingdom. Hosted by the 18 Monkeys Dance Theatre in collaboration with the Unfolding Kafka Festival, this blend of film screening and live dance performance will transport audiences to an unexpected realm of khon as envisioned by a new generation steeped in contemporary arts while maintaining the cherished traditions of the past. The enchanting spectacle unfolds at Slowcombo, Pathum Wan, from Feb 29 until March 1.
Capturing the many faces of khon
Life, Panalee Maskati and Piyatat Hemmatat, Published on 02/10/2023
» A white unadorned mask, worn back-to-front in unorthodox fashion, rises from the ground and levels an inscrutable gaze upon the audience. A consummate performance of Chui Chai, a piece of traditional dance choreography, commences with the dancer facing away from the audience and towards the back of the stage of Jitti Chompee's Miscellany Of Khon.