Theatres
Thailand's National Theatre predominantly shows Thai Classical drama and features performances of Khon - drama where players wear traditional Thai masks. These are truly wonderful productions; extremely ornate costumes, excellent lighting – everything you could want. You can see exhibitions of Thai classical dancing and music on the last Friday and Saturday of each month. The theatre does, however, venture into more international aspects of the medium and it’s worth getting hold of their schedule. Sitting through a long Thai language production can be demanding and it is possible to see similar productions at some of Bangkok’s entertainment venues. As a result, unless you really are a theatre aficionado, seeing a play at the National Theatre might not be at the top of your priority list. |
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Chalerm Krung Royal Theatre |
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is located on Charoen Krung Road (New Road) near the Old Siam Plaza. Thai dramas and plays are usually held while Khon or Thai musical dance drama is a special event that is staged occasionally. |
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Traditional Thai Puppet Theatre |
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presents the Hun Lakhon Lek puppet show. The establishment of this theatre was inspired by the intention of Master Sakhon Yangkhieosot or Joe Louis, a National Artist of 1996, who wishes to preserve the art of operating Hun Lakhon Lek puppets. Hun Lakhon Lek usually performs the story of Ramakian, the Thai version of the Ramayana epic. Sakhon Nattasin is currently the only performing troupe of Hun Lakhon Lek in Thailand. The troupe received the Thailand Tourism Award presented by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in 2000 in the category of Recreational Attraction. |
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Renowned for its lavish productions, this outdoor theatre has gained popularity through its modern adaptations of classical Asian literature, with each play demonstrating an ingenious blend of various theatrical techniques. |
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has state-of-the-art cultural performances which have achieved international standards. It uses special techniques integrated with drama to depict the history of each region of Thailand including depictions about hells, the forest of Himmaphan, heavens and lands beyond imagination from Thai literature. There is also a spectacular performance of Thailand’s arts and cultural heritage.
The show is staged by more than 150 performers in a luxurious theatre with a capacity of more than 2,000 seats. |
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| Muang Thai Rachadalai Theatre |
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Situated on the 4th floor of Esplanade shopping center, Ratchadaphisek Road, not far from Siam Niramit Theatre, is Muang Thai Rachadalai Theatre, the prestigious form of professional theatre in Thailand.
The show is usually a play or musical that appeals to a mass audience, presented in professional theatres with luxurious 1,500 seats or more. The theatre offers world class stage productions and special effects.
For show times and more information, call 66 2 642 3811 www.scenario.co.th/ratchadalai
Bus no: 36, 54, 136, 157, 163, 204, 512, 517
MRT: Thailand Cultural Center |
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