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Mastering movement
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 11/01/2012
» After artist and dancer Pan Pan Nakprasert, a forerunner of waacking _ a booming style of dance _ has emerged in the Thai dance scene by his import. This month, Pan Pan, or Pangina Heels (his waacking persona), is bringing his mentor _ the internationally-famed versatile dancer and renowned waacker, Kumari Suraj _ to conduct a special dance workshop in the City of Angels.
Capturing Moments
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 18/01/2012
» It was four years ago, in 2007 that HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn for the first time gave her consent to putting on display photographs she had taken at a public exhibition. And every year since her audience has had an opportunity to follow her on her travels and learn of her vision and passion captured so intimately through the lens.
Paint for a good cause
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 18/01/2012
» Residents of Phuket and visitors to this beautiful island have a rare chance to enjoy painting and also contribute to a good cause.
Daring to speak its name
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 26/01/2012
» Shortly after we embraced the arrival of 2012 there was good tidings for the LGBT community when several local newspapers broke the story of two gay men from the South who found each other through Facebook and went on to solemnise their relationship by hosting a traditional wedding, which was attended by both sets of parents. Since same-sex marriage is not legal in Thailand, all the guys gained from the ceremony was a happy memory and recognition of the union by their nearest and dearest.
Drawn to his career
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 01/02/2012
» Illustrator Pierre Le-Tan is a man of few words. Like every single line in his meticulous drawings, he is very careful with the words he uses, but his every answer is delivered with honesty and emotion.
Cheering The Underdog
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 08/02/2012
» When Luke Cassady-Dorion speaks Thai, he immediately charms most Thais he talks to with his surprising fluency and Thai-at-heart personality. And last month, as a documentary film-maker, Cassady-Dorion impressed Thai audiences with his debut film that every Thai should be proud of.
What the eyes don't see
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 22/02/2012
» It is rather hard for anyone not to stop and stare at the quirky photographs by French artist Philippe Ramette, who appears fully dressed in a suit and tie in every picture of his latest exhibition, posing and defying the laws of gravity, as if he possesses super powers or pulling off a magical trick where he sits serenely underwater or walks horizontally on a tall palm tree.
Short,bitter and sweet
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 23/02/2012
» Yes, a lot did happen this month of February, the shortest month of the year, and we have witnessed both good and bad news. The return of the forever-young queen of pop music Madonna to the throne kicked off this month with joy and excitement, especially among the gay community, who admire the legendary star as a gay icon. With her first single released, Give Me All Your Luvin' from her 12th studio album titled MDNA, Madonna also collaborated with top gay favourite artists such as Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. The YouTube video clip of Madonna's unforgettable performance during the 46th Super Bowl half-time show went viral and marked the start of her promising comeback to the music scene. Rumour has it, Madonna will be touring the world and Bangkok is on the list!
Soul of a Nation
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 07/03/2012
» Celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and Thailand this year, the Australian Embassy in Bangkok has organised a number of cultural exchange activities including an art exhibition, "Shadowlife", at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.
Families in the frame
Life, Yanapon Musiket, Published on 21/03/2012
» An element that exists and dominates the homes of many Thai families is a nicely framed family picture, where each family member is posed in a tamed gesture making serious eye contact with the camera _ with or without a smile. Artist and photographer Piyarat Piyapongwiwat found this kind of photography mysterious yet fascinating, but browsing through different family pictures it occurred to her that something was missing.