Silom Village
This block-size complex, open daily from 11 to 11:30, presents classical dance performances and has a restaurant that serves all the Thai favorites. It appeals largely to foreigners, but also draws some Thais, too.
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A contemporary arts scene is relatively new to Thailand, but the last decade has seen great changes in the fine arts: artists are branching out into all kinds of media, and modern sculpture and artworks can be found in office buildings, parks, and public spaces. Music options range from piano concertos and symphonies to rock concerts and blues-and-jazz festivals.
Bangkok offers a variety of theater and dance performances, among them traditional puppet shows and masked dance dramas known as khon. For Thais, classical dance is more than graceful movements. The dances depict tales from the religious epic Ramakien. Performances are accompanied by a woodwind called the piphat, which sounds like an oboe, as well as a range of percussion instruments. In addition to conventional theaters, many restaurants present classical dance.
National Theatre
Classical Thai dance-drama known as khon can usually be seen here on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 1 pm (on some days at 2 pm) and 5 pm. Check the website for the latest schedule.
Sala Chalerm Krung Royal Theatre
A former student at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris designed this theater, which opened in 1933, in a style that might best be described as Thai deco. The venue hosts traditional khon dance-drama weekdays, three times a day, at 1 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4 pm.
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Sala Rim Naam
Across from the Mandarin Oriental, Sala Rim Naam stages a beautiful dance show nightly at 7:45, accompanied by a touristy dinner.
Thailand Cultural Center
The center hosts local and international performing artists, including opera companies, symphony orchestras, and modern dance and ballet troupes.
H Gallery
The gallery presents solo exhibitions by renowned Asian artists, many of them Thai.
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We've got a few suggestions for nearby spots.National Theatre0.4 miles away
2 Rachini Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10200, Thailand
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H Gallery3 miles away
201 Sathorn Rd., Soi 12, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
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286 Silom Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
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